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Monochromatic May:

2007

2008

2009

Grey is the color between all and nothing. It can reflect confidence, independence and careerism (all) or looming weather, anger and depression (nothing). During the month of May, Flatchestedmama adopts an entirely grey wardrobe (underclothing and accessories included). Silver is allowed in the way of zippers, jewelry and a few accent items. Black and white may make appearances by thread or button, but no stripes or polka dots will be worn.

The integration of simple, self-created boundaries with daily-life performances like Monochromatic May provides Flatchestedmama with a heightened awareness of her decision to merge art and life.

Why Grey? Linda Montano had taken all of the colors: she dressed monochromatically for one year at a time, exploring year-by-year, all seven of the Chakra colors and powers. Alex Martin (a local Seattle artist) wore a little brown dress for the duration of one year. I also work in an office setting and grey offers that professional look.

I decided in late 2007 that I would make the piece into a triptych- therefore I am repeating the piece this year and next. Why a triptych? One month doesn't feel long enough to explore all of the grey attire options, I need to get the most out of the investment (a whole new wardrobe cost a bit of money) and it makes me feel like I'm being productive- integrating art into my daily life. The hardest part is taking a daily photograph of myself against a black/grey or white background.



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