Original: charcoal on toned paper, 16x20.

Folks who visit and see this large, beautifully matted and framed work hanging on my wall sometimes ask “why a pickle?” It could be the exploration of textures, the play of light on different surfaces, or something else entirely where each element represents a thought or inner triumphs over personal battles. Well, here’s the why… I just really like pickles and wanted a big drawing of one on the wall. I included garlic and dill because, well, yum.