Needles III presents a quiet interplay between structure and natural rhythm, inviting close observation of its carefully arranged elements. A field of round, brown seeds forms a textured cluster anchored in the lower left, their organic shapes methodically aligned yet retaining subtle irregularities. Above and to the right, slender pine needles stretch vertically in tight bundles, their linearity contrasting with the clustered seeds below. A gently curved, found wire runs horizontally, its worn surface bridging the two areas with understated tension. This wire is delicately bound with vivid orange thread, adding a focused point of color and emphasizing the connection between materials. Set against an off-white background, the composition balances earth tones with a crisp simplicity, evoking a still moment where natural forms and human intention intersect.
Needles III
Construction
artist: Ilse Bolle
size 12" x 12"
medium: Handmade paper with Encaustic on board with Found Objects
style: Contemporary, non-objective
ready to hang, signed on theback

