Jo-Anne Bates: November 2019

“The process of creating mixed media monotype prints has allowed me to try many different methods of using color, shape, text and more recently texture which lead me in the direction of developing a much different and more exciting colorful abstract prints.

My work often folded, torn and frequently printed with text continues to reflect my interest in color, shape, form and language.

Exploring and experimenting continues to Inform the final outcome which have been referred to as multi colored folded cloth or philosophical roadmaps.

My experience as an African American mother, grandmother and teacher have all contributed to influence the direction my work has taken in this long journey of discovery in creating the work I refer to as abstract mixed media monotype prints. All of this continues to be an ongoing and necessary challenge which when combined help to create these newer mixed media prints.”