From whence it came

Way back when

On the left is the sketch that really began things. It measures 2 x 4 inches and shows the major elements of the final.  It dates from the first of the year.   I had discussed the concept with Kris Jenott during a meeting of the Cage Cashiers when we were both employed at Muckleshoot Casino.   My vision even then included the use of alphabetical symbols  developed by a culture whose whole development was closely connected with knotwork. Kris gave me carte blanche for the design and when pressed for something to include, only mentioned a cat or cats.

A design, no matter how large and complex, has to have a sound design base in order to succeed.  Thumbnail sketches provide this and in the case of Thus Spake the Prophets I used the first sketch I did to develop the final.  With it's ornate knotting and multiple images,  the final picture is about 15 x 19 inches but would never have happened without its 2 x 4 inch baby brother.
                                                                                                 

Remember me?  See the cat?