38 | APRIL 1 • 2021 continued from page 37 take 30-60 hours to complete a painting. ” PERFECT PRECISION It takes patience, precision and painstaking work to create each painting. Kroll uses a process called tape blocking to achieve the crisp, clean lines that are part of her signature style. She applies a special tape over parts of each canvas and carefully peels away long strips when the timing is right. It’s a mesmerizing technique that has little-to-no margin of error. While that might stress some people out, Kroll finds it relaxing. “I can paint for hours and hours, ” she says. “I often listen to music or audio books or podcasts while I paint. I have need for precision and detail in my work. ” Many friends have sent Kroll photos of contemporary artist Jim Lambie’s spectacular floor installations. She says his color-filled tape floors have always influenced and inspired her. While straight lines and geometric shapes may seem limiting, Kroll’s paintings are constantly evolving. She has several different groups of paintings — a “barcode” series with thick and thin strips and angled lines that resemble a barcode; a “division” series with triangles, rectangles and squares; a “fair and square” series with a small center square framed by various larger squares and stripes; and other designs with zigzags, cir- cles and optical illusions. Recently, Kroll painted her first ever pair of canvases using neutral colors with hints of silver, gold and shades of grey. Her fans on social media went wild. “Sometimes the absence of color is exactly what makes the piece so brilliant, ” wrote one fan. “These are absolutely stunning, ” said another. Where will the next paint- ing take her? Nobody knows. But Kroll says each day in the studio is fun and exciting. Her designs are unlimited, and the future is undoubtedly bright. “When I’m doing a paint- ing — I’ll try a color or move a line and all of a sudden it’s a new design. It really is ever- changing, ” she says. “When you’re doing some- thing for yourself because you love it, that shows. ” To learn more or contact Jennifer Kroll, visit jenniferkrollfineart.com Kroll with three large pieces from her “Division” series. Call Today! 248.919.1244 synergyhomecare.com/oaklandcounty Care for Everyone Mom gave you her best - now she deserves the best! Call Jeanne Atkinson for the best home care in Oakland County! Discreet, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal preparation, running errands, transportation, companionship and personal care. On Star’s beautiful already low-priced trays $5 OFF Expires 04/30/2021. One Per Order. Not Good Holidays. 10 Person Minimum. With this coupon. DELIVERY AVAILABLE “…one of America’s finest carryout-only delicatessens! Star’s reputation has never wavered!” — Danny Raskin STAR STAR DELI DELI COMPARE OUR LOW PRICES WITH ANY DELICATESSEN IN TOWN! SALAD TRAY $14.99 per person per person DAIRY TRAY $23.99 SALAD TRAY W/ LOX & CREAM CHEESE $18.99 per person MEAT TRAY $13.99 per person Best Deli Trays In Town! TEMPORARY HOURS: 8AM-7PM EVERYDAY Carry-Out, Delivery & Curb Side Available Prices subject to change 24555 W. 12 MILE ROAD Just west of Telegraph Road • Southfield 248-352-7377 www.stardeli.net Support Local Businesses LET US HELP YOU MAKE LIFE SEEM MORE NORMAL — STOP IN OR CALL AHEAD