Asemics & "3 scrappers" by Nancy Bell Scott (Old Orchard Beach, Maine, USA)

[De Villo Sloan]

Mail-art by IUOMA member Nancy Bell Scott (Old Orchard Beach, Maine, USA)

October 8, 2013 - Nancy Bell Scott in New England sent me a stunning missive with wonderful examples of her immediately recognizable work. Above is an altered book page with her beautiful asemic writing and abstract artwork. Like many of us, Nancy developed her technique in the Martha Stuart School of Asemic Wallpaper, which inspired many participants to produce vispo-asemic hybrid pieces collected in the Asemics 16 collaborative books. Here is the reverse side:

Nancy Bell Scott's interest in and appreciation of old books contributes to her aesthetic. A very special part of the mail-art she sent is the inclusion of her "3-scrappers." I expressed interest in this work, and she generously sent a half-dozen examples. The composition of "3-scrappers" is a chance operation process that provides a form while leaving open the possibility of infinite combinations. Here is her explanatory note:

And here are the 3-scrappers I am thrilled to be able to place in the MinXus USA Archives:

What extraordinarily beautiful object poems! Nancy Bell Scott's use of old texts and materials bring a wide historical range to her work which is transformed from its context with her colourful, abstract expressionist inspired painting and drawing. Here is what is on the reverse side of the pieces above:

Nancy Bell Scott's envelopes are always a treat:

Reverse:

I am absolutely thrilled to add 3-scrappers to the collection and offer my most sincere thanks to Nancy Bell Scott.

[DKeys]

Love Nancy's work. Her art and color palette are so soothing, as is Nancy. I have not been brave enough to take her 3 scrap challenge, but this blog motivates me to.  Thanks for blogging

[Rebecca Guyver]

Through Nancy's work I understand what holding a visual poem means. Great to see so many together! Thanks DVS (and Nancy)!