2019 Notes From The Artists Dennis Eavenson And Sharon Eavenson On The Cross Stripe Series

Cross Stripe artworks use a minimalist planar style to address the human aspects within the concepts of Christian Ideology.
A Cross shape and three vertical rectangles define the composition. Emotional mood and tone are set with a color palette
which creates a strong optical effect. This visual interplay encourages viewer contemplation.

Our compositional and thematic basis for these minimalist symbolic artworks is the Christian Cross. As one of humanity's
earliest symbols, cross symbols have been with mankind since the stone age. Humans chiseled into cave walls, most likely
defining directionals like north or south, and to address concepts about opposition such as summer and winter. Choosing the
equal proportions of the Greek Cross, we set the stage for relating our works to ancient markings, as well as; to the crucifixion
of our Lord Jesus and God's gift of salvation from our sins.

The three vertical bars, juxtaposed beside the cross symbolize the Holy Trinity. Seven color planes surrounding the Cross
signify the seven stages of the Cross during Jesus's crucifixion. Optical color relationships engage and prompt emotional and
intellectual responses about Christ's sacrifice and his divine obedience to God. By engaging the viewer with color optics we
encourage dialogue concerning God's miraculous gift of salvation and eternal life through Jesus, the sacrificial Lamb of God.