Janis Provisor

American, born 1946

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The image features swirling lines forming an oval shape in the center, with butterfly shapes on either side. The composition uses green, yellow, blue, and red colors, with central calligraphic text.
Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks, Family Values, 2004, color spitbite and sugarlift aquatint with etching and printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.101

Family Values

Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color spitbite and sugarlift aquatint with etching and printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.101
The image displays swirling, oval-shaped loops and fluid lines in light green and yellow hues. Red Chinese characters are in the center with butterfly illustrations on either side.
Janis Provisor, Emily York, Family Values [working proof 1], 2004, color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with hard ground etching and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 1 – green and yellow spit bites, gold hard ground and butterflies, red spit bite Chinese writing) [working proof 1], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.595

Family Values [working proof 1]

Janis Provisor, Emily York · 2004 · color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with hard ground etching and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 1 – green and yellow spit bites, gold hard ground and butterflies, red spit bite Chinese writing) [working proof 1] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.595
The image displays swirling elliptical lines in the center, surrounded by green and yellow hues. The central ellipse features red Chinese characters, bordered by two green and black butterflies on each side.
Janis Provisor, Emily York, Family Values [working proof 2], 2004, color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with hard ground etching and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 2 – green and yellow spit bites, gold hardground, black and green cut-out and glued down paper butterflies) [working proof 2], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.596

Family Values [working proof 2]

Janis Provisor, Emily York · 2004 · color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with hard ground etching and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 2 – green and yellow spit bites, gold hardground, black and green cut-out and glued down paper butterflies) [working proof 2] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.596
The image displays intertwined lines and circles in various abstract shapes. A central cluster of elongated black lines extends outward from a central point. The background features translucent green and blue hues forming circular and petal-like shapes, creating the impression of leaves or water. In the upper right corner, there is a simplistic red butterfly shape. The composition blends the elements into a harmonious arrangement, offering a playful interpretation through familiar natural forms.
Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks, Flower Power, 2004, color spitbite and sugarlift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.102

Flower Power

Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color spitbite and sugarlift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.102
The image includes dark butterfly shapes against a background of overlapping, abstract forms in hues of blue and gold. The abstract shapes suggest clouds or leaves, creating depth and movement. The butterflies have detailed patterns and convey a sense of flight. The contrast between the butterflies and the background shapes emphasizes the abstract nature of the scene.
Janis Provisor, Emily York, Fly [working proof 1], 2004, color sugar lift and spit bite aquatints with printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 1 – color proof, close to edition but more yellow and no cut-out, glued down butterflies) [working proof 1], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.600

Fly [working proof 1]

Janis Provisor, Emily York · 2004 · color sugar lift and spit bite aquatints with printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 1 – color proof, close to edition but more yellow and no cut-out, glued down butterflies) [working proof 1] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.600
The image displays an assortment of butterfly shapes with detailed patterns on their wings. The composition creates a sense of movement, similar to a group of butterflies in flight. The background includes shades of green, beige, and gold, suggesting a natural setting.
Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks, Fly, 2004, color sugarlift and spitbite aquatints with printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.103

Fly

Janis Provisor, Crown Point Press, Emily York, Catherine Brooks · 2004 · color sugarlift and spitbite aquatints with printed collage elements on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.103
The image shows organic lines and brushstrokes intersecting to form a cross shape in the center. The artwork features overlapping lines and shapes, resembling a loosely woven fabric or a complex network. Horizontal and vertical lines create a swirling pattern against a gradient backdrop of muted beige to deep red.
Janis Provisor, Case Hudson, Dena Schuckit, Daria Sywulak, Rachel Fuller, Crown Point Press, Mandarin Love Note, 1999, color hardground etching, spitbite aquatint, drypoint and direct gravure with gampi chine collé on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2006.122.93

Mandarin Love Note

Janis Provisor, Case Hudson, Dena Schuckit, Daria Sywulak, Rachel Fuller, Crown Point Press · 1999 · color hardground etching, spitbite aquatint, drypoint and direct gravure with gampi chine collé on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2006.122.93
The image shows red butterfly-like shapes on a canvas with brown irregular circular patterns and dots.
Janis Provisor, Case Hudson, Dena Schuckit, Daria Sywulak, Rachel Fuller, Crown Point Press, Breathless, 1999, color sugarlift aquatint and spitbite aquatint with gampi chine collé on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2006.122.90

Breathless

Janis Provisor, Case Hudson, Dena Schuckit, Daria Sywulak, Rachel Fuller, Crown Point Press · 1999 · color sugarlift aquatint and spitbite aquatint with gampi chine collé on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2006.122.90
Various horizontal and vertical lines, along with curved shapes, create a composition. Red lines are arranged horizontally in the upper part. Below, a large brown curved shape loops to form an arch. In this section, there are red symbols. The background consists of soft green and blue washes.
Janis Provisor, Emily York, Flower Power [working proof 3], 1999, color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 3 – color proof in red, green, yellow and brown spit bites, drypoint, several printer “draw- downs” in red, green and gold) [working proof 3], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.599

Flower Power [working proof 3]

Janis Provisor, Emily York · 1999 · color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 3 – color proof in red, green, yellow and brown spit bites, drypoint, several printer “draw- downs” in red, green and gold) [working proof 3] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.599
The image shows an abstract design with overlapping lines and loops. The central motif features tangled black outlines resembling petals, with red and teal lines throughout. Surrounding shapes include circles and dots, with a red trail in the lower section.
Janis Provisor, Emily York, Flower Power [working proof 2], 1999, color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 2 – color proof in red, green and light brown spit bites, black and red marker, green, orange and graphite drawing) [working proof 2], Gift of Kathan Brown, 2024.132.598

Flower Power [working proof 2]

Janis Provisor, Emily York · 1999 · color spit bite and sugar lift aquatints with drypoint and printed collage elements on Gampi paper chine collé on Somerset paper (WP 2 – color proof in red, green and light brown spit bites, black and red marker, green, orange and graphite drawing) [working proof 2] ·  Accession ID  2024.132.598