Michael Edward Ellison

American, 1952 - 2001

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The image depicts angular and geometric shapes creating an abstract representation of a barbershop scene. The figures show barbers and clients engaged in hair cutting and grooming activities. Bold colors and patterns are used to suggest familiar objects such as chairs, mirrors, and barber capes. Various textures convey a lively, bustling atmosphere. This abstract style captures the energy and rhythm of interactions within a barbershop.
Michael Edward Ellison, The Barbershop, 1998, color relief print on beige laid paper, Gift of Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson, 2024.147.19

The Barbershop

Michael Edward Ellison · 1998 · color relief print on beige laid paper ·  Accession ID  2024.147.19

The image displays overlapping angular shapes and lines, creating a layered effect. The abstract arrangement suggests figures in various activities near a pool. The outlines and shapes hint at features resembling bathers and a poolside setting.
Michael Edward Ellison, Flip-Flops, 1995, color woodcut on beige laid paper, Gift of Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson, 2024.147.20

Flip-Flops

Michael Edward Ellison · 1995 · color woodcut on beige laid paper ·  Accession ID  2024.147.20