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About this work

This painting looks like a busy, colorful puzzle. Bright blocks of red, yellow, blue, and green float over a dark grid of small squares. Some pieces are cut into shapes, others are stitched or glued on. The edges are uneven, and the whole thing has a rough, handmade feel. The artist used paper, dye, and even sewing to build this work. The mix of colors and shapes makes it feel lively but also a bit chaotic. Look up Alan Shields to see more of his layered, collage-style art.