Taste Ridges - Original

My Reflections on the Senses series depicts my interpretation of the neo-Platonic notion of the senses being an avenue to either enlightenment or destruction, depending on how one chooses to use them. This painting portrays the sense of taste through its abstract portrayal of a taste bud. 

I created this three-dimensional painting with 300 gsm watercolor paper and matte varnish. It will come float mounted in a custom black frame. A little about float mounting: Instead of layering a mat board on top of the art, the artwork is instead “floated” 3/8” above a mat. Spacers are used to separate the glass and frame from the art and mat board, suspending your piece between the materials.