This blog is a division of the CODEX ISOM a complete guide to the collected works and writings of Ronald D. Isom, art educator and artist. A study of the heart, soul and mind. Creating esoteric connections to the universe. Without symbols our lives would be as spiritually impoverished as sleep without dreams.
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Monday, July 25, 2022
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Wind power
Monday, March 7, 2022
Hidden knowledge.
Head with steel worm.
Soldiers once used “gun worms,” metal claws mounted to the end of wooden ramrods, to clear bullets and wadding from the barrels of muskets that had failed to fire. The curled tip inspired the winding shape of a corkscrew, once known as a steel worm.
During one of my treks through Afghanistan, we lost our corkscrew.
We were compelled to live on food and water for several days.
Sunday, March 6, 2022
Organic patterns.
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Geometric/Organic tile.
POSCA 8-Color Paint Marker Set, PC-5M Medium
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
The desire for repetition and order, forms an inherent part of my psyche. My recent work considers the creative application of repetitive processes, motifs and meticulous order. I am exploring and trying to understand why I am drawn to repeated, ritualized actions and to motifs which have become increasingly more obsessive.
“The creative habit is like a drug. The particular obsession changes, but the excitement, the thrill of your creation lasts.”(Henry Moore)
Thursday, January 20, 2022
At ubi materia, ibi Geometria.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Acrylic marker drawings.
Sunday, January 16, 2022
Earth poem
The Isom Asemic Code Cipher is a cryptogram code system. This form of cipher embodies geometric and organic shapes. Because it use basic shapes it is an economical and effective method of transmitting confidential information. These devices were often employed by the ancients or by the Medieval philosophers and alchemists. The mystics of the Middle Ages used a system of cryptography which concealed the secrets of the human soul. The Isom Asemic Code Cipher can only be decoded by individuals versed in the deep philosophic principles upon which many mystics based their theories of life. Much information relating to the invisible nature of man is hidden under what seems to be mere scribbles and unrecognizable organic shapes. Every student of symbolism and philosophy should be acquainted with the underlying principles of cryptography. This art furnishes a fascinating method of developing an acute mental awareness. Discrimination and observation are indispensable to the person seeking knowledge, and no study is equal to cryptography as a means of invigorating these powers
Doodling and sketching everyday
For most of my life I did not think of myself as creative at all. Then, many years ago, I started doodling and sketching everyday. I filled countless sketchbooks with scribbles and notes. Each day in class I worked alongside my students making art and after school I worked with students constructing sets for plays. I made art with my children and grandchildren. I made art that covered the walls in our homes. I collected junk and filled the garage and studios with art. My motivation was simply filling my life with art. I found myself in a role where I needed to be creative each day, developing new ideas for class projects and home projects. Creativity is important for many reasons. It is a path and process for not getting stuck in old habits and ineffective ways of seeing yourself and the world. Creativity can help with problem solving, with creating healthier relationships, and with having a healthier and happier life.
What I learned is that creativity isn’t something that you have or don’t have. It is something that you can nurture and develop.
Sunday, January 9, 2022
Friday, January 7, 2022
Covid Series print 2020
"Things hidden in my head" Copyright 2013 © Ronald D. Isom, Sr.
Friday, December 24, 2021
New digital images
"Things hidden in my head" Copyright 2013 © Ronald D. Isom, Sr.