Unexpected Dialogue

We don't communicate without a language of some kind-see, hear, taste, smell, touch, intuit-are all sense languaging/vibration. Each artist develops a special-to-them tone-that "thing" that GETS them going. Each artwork created is a note in their vibration. A series of artwork is a continuation of the "tone range" as it binds the art together and the vibration begins to be felt on a more conscious level-dialogue. Then BAM! the vibration becomes so strong, so loud, so in-your-face that its a conversation that must be acknowledged...and shared. Mike and Joe's work have a unique language when viewed alone, and a dialogue when viewed together. With images verging on surreality or the subconscious mind, both artists pose questions of challenge creating a lively conversation. A vibration that has nothing to do with if they are similar or how different in style or medium or subject. On the following pages please enjoy their artwork and read how each artist reflects on their work within the dynamics of personal language, dialogue, and conversaton.