Gothic Procession 

Walter Miller Askin created this intriguing print, titled Gothic Procession, using techniques that emphasize stark contrasts and symbolic forms. The composition immediately strikes you with its bold fuchsia backdrop, applied with visible brushstrokes. Against this vibrant field, silhouettes of figures and flora emerge. Notice how Askin uses contrasting dark green and white to define the figures, grounding them while the background remains abstract and evocative. The figures themselves seem to exist in a space between representation and abstraction, their forms simplified yet suggestive of human presence. This interplay between recognizable forms and abstract expression invites viewers to contemplate the symbolic meanings embedded within the work. The sharp lines of the floral forms echo a sense of stylized artificiality, challenging traditional notions of natural beauty. The very title, "Gothic Procession," sets the stage for a deeper, more conceptual reading. The composition asks us to reflect on how art creates and challenges cultural meanings.