Crackled Cross

by AnnaJo Vahle

Original - Not For Sale

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Dimensions

5.500 x 5.500 inches

Title

Crackled Cross

Artist

AnnaJo Vahle

Medium

Mixed Media - Dye On Fabric

Description

I painted the middle cross, outlines and outside corners with melted wax. I dyed the cloth with yellow. Everything but the wax covered areas turned yellow. Once that dried, I painted the next cross with more melted wax. I dyed that orange. The dried wax cracked and crackled as I handled it. I died the final outside cross with red. I put the waxed cloth between layers of newspapers and ironed it over and over until the wax was removed. The cracks and crackles are what makes this such an interesting form of art. I framed it with a matte board and made it into a Christmas card. This is one of 18 that I created. I sent the cards to my various family members. Batik has been going on for centuries, and you can find some of the best practitioners of the craft on the island of Java, Indonesia.

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February 4th, 2024

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