A Study in Simplicity

by Nicole Grosjean

Sometimes simplicity is more beautiful than complexity, which is very much in contrast to most of my work. While making this piece I continually tried to add more to it, to make it something deeply layered and extra intricate. This was one of those rare pieces that just wanted to be something different, that fought my stylistic instincts, and wanted for less rather than more. It reminded me to stay simple, to show the form of the branch and delicate gingko leaves, and let the subject sit alone in the unique frame.

The branch is made from layered cut paper with sculpted, painted leaves, and is set inside a solid wood clock case. The piece is free standing, with a circular framing inside the wooden housing. ‘A Study in Simplicity’ is the perfect reminder to take the time to appreciate both the complexity and simplicity of nature in art and in our own environment.

Product Height: 6"
Product Width: 5"
Product Depth: 2"

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Nicole Grosjean

Nicole Grosjean graduated with a BFA in illustration from the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design in Denver, Colorado in 2008. She combines her passions for fantasy and craftsmanship into unique, multi-layered works of art. To her, there is nothing more valuable than an object an artist has created with their own hands. She endeavors to build pieces that are not only illustrations, but wonderfully complex environments in their own right. Nicole is constantly trying new techniques and pushing the boundaries of materials and mediums to bring her visions to life.

Her sculptural illustrations are patterned from detailed drawings, hand-cut, and then layered to create various depths depending on the size of the piece. The layers are then painted in watercolor and gouache, and are often back lit with LED lights.