"It's not complete until it's printed," as many photographers say. Despite our differences, that statement I can resonate with. We really can't genuinely admire our efforts and achievements, without physically touching them. My works' viewers often confuse my style with "painting," because of its abstraction yet realism, I suspect. Regardless, I perceive that as a complement; it's like having my own art medium.
I cut my own mats—a task that's easier said than done. That's largely because I need the assurance I'm making measurements extremely accurately, which can be very challenging and time-consuming. If not, prior to cutting the first time around can lead to major consequences, including starting over from scratch. Who wants that?
My medium has an odd feature few recognize: Its origin is in my computer, enabling renditions to be printed ANY dimensions and ALWAYS retaining their crispness. One downside, however, is that, despite possibly devoting tens of hours on a given project, there can't be an "original" print. Furthermore, like digital photography, it must be vetted whether or not it might be a form of A.I. That question becomes very relevant while browsing for possible venues to feature my artwork in.
Finally, although these issues lurk amongst me, the majority of individuals who overlook them clearly identify themselves. It's so gratifying when watching others see my artwork on public display or on the wall of someone's personal residence. By my opinion, taking the initiative to printing, making custom mats for, and putting my work behind glass demonstrates an artist's true passion.
