I attempted to capture the abstract qualities of the scene--the contrasts and composition--as well as the gloominess and activity. The background is painted primarily with a very loose pour and scrape technique reserving most of the simple brushstrokes for the foreground elements.
Our recycling gets sorted by real people. While looking for interesting indoor scenes, I was struck by the contrast between the gloomy, cavernous space and the bright yellow safety vests and blue gloves of the workers, as well as the simplicity of the overall scene with the complexity of objects on the conveyor belt.
Seattle Recycling
Maggi Johnson
Seattle, Washington
15″ x 11″

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