I was patiently trying to lay down a watercolor representation the medical troubles one of my loved ones is undergoing. I first tried a literal approach, making a schematic arrangement of organic shapes. This sterile approach did not satisfy my and the only thing I could think of doing that would approximate my feelings was to slash the painting. I did this with a straight razor.

Shredded
Watercolor on Sliced Paper
16″x12″ 140# Cold Pressed Watercolor Block