"Dark Matter" is a series comprised of abstract pieces that erupt from the idea of a "hypothetical form that appears not to interact with light". Balls of energy are the focal point of each piece as a play on black Sumi on White sumi (and vice versa) dance along the surface creating an ironic play on light, shadow, and depth. Black sumi on a black background creates an almost extraterrestrial and other-wordly feel and energy. The various mark-making are the results of blind painting combined with deliberate shapes as well as the application of color accents with a palette knife. The very concept of dark matter is mysterious and the fact that it is invisible is fascinating. These pieces are my interpretation of making the invisible visible.