Fic + Art: Pointillism (The Sunday in the Clark with Lex Remix)

[danceswithgary]

Title: Pointillism (The Sunday in the Clark with Lex Remix)
Author: danceswithgary
Pairing: (Clark/Lex )
Rating: G
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
Word Count: 1065
Archive: Fine, just let me know
Summary: Clark wonders how much distance he needs to see Lex as he really is. Written for remixredux09. Original story: Mosaic Fragments by noracharles-fic.

On AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/23103

Comments

[jlvsclrk.livejournal.com]

That was so much fun, and informative too. I like the metaphor of Lex with pointilism - that you will lose sight of the big picture if you look too closely at any of the dots. I think that's what happened to both Clark and Lex by the end.

I also giggled at the line "sometimes it feels like he's waiting for me to figure out something." Note to Lex: stop trying to be subtle!

[danceswithgary]

Thanks! I really enjoyed the research on the piece as much as the writing to pull it all together.

Clark is definitely picking up hints. :-D

[gildinwen.livejournal.com]

I have to agree with Jlvsclrk. I think by the end both of were so fixated on those little dots they lost sight of what was important. Their incredible relationship.

Well it would be a relationship if Clark would get a freakin clue *grumbles* Maybe Martha could help him figure it out? *G*

Beautifully written as always. *loves*

[danceswithgary]

Oh, I think he'll catch on eventually. :-D Thanks for letting me know you liked it! :-D

[zephyr-macabee.livejournal.com]

Very nice, I learned something about pointilism too.

[danceswithgary]

I love researching for pieces like this. I'm glad you enjoyed the result. Thanks!

[ctbn60.livejournal.com]

This was very different and unique. I liked seeing their relationship compared to pointillism and this painting in particular. It's one of my favorites.

Clark seemed to get so much out of the mechanics of how the dots and their placement work. How things can look different depending on where you are from the subject. About things being an optical illusion. Lex always seems to be wanting to create an illusion when it comes to how people see him. I think Clark could make him just be himself.

I'm surprised he didn't pick up on the subtleness of his own words when he said Lex expects him to figure out something. At least he is starting to get a clue. The fact that he thinks they could balance one another gives me hope. What a different and delightful take on the relationship. I enjoyed reading this.

[danceswithgary]

The author supplied me a unique piece to work with - I really enjoying researching art to continue the theme. Thanks for your lovely comment! :-D

[lapetite-kiki.livejournal.com]

That was great! Beautifully written!

And I didn't know about pointilism.

[danceswithgary]

When I read the mosaic descriptions in the original, I immediately thought about Seurat who's always been a favorite of mine. It fell into place after a little research. Glad you enjoyed and thanks! :-D

[rosy5000.livejournal.com]

Beautiful comparison between Clark/Lex and Pointillism. Glad Clark learned something from his essay (and I did too lol). Maybe he needs to talk to Lex about what he learned. :)

[danceswithgary]

I think talking is definitely on the agenda for them. Glad you liked it and thanks! :-D

[twinsarein.livejournal.com]

I liked how you turned the darker original piece into something with a little hope. It was also a fun idea to use Pointillism to make your (eek, sorry, I'm about to pun) point. Pointillism was also a cool choice since the original used mosaics to write her story around. Awesome story and I enjoyed the lesson on the art form as well.

ETA: Oh, the art was super cool too. I enjoyed your attempt to show the art form you picked.

[danceswithgary]

I must confess I have a weak spot for puns. *giggle*

I really enjoyed researching the art in this one and I'm glad you enjoyed the result. Thanks! :-D

[eternal-moonie.livejournal.com]

totally loved reading it!!

Loved the art too!

[danceswithgary]

Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed story and art. :-D

[gawy-lavall.livejournal.com]

I started reading this in the redux post, but I think I didn't leave a comment there, so just in case I'm commenting here :P You made me look up all those references, and I even read some more on the movement, so now you're responsible for having culturised me as well as fed my fannish cravings :D I simply kneel at your feet ^^ Thanks!

[danceswithgary]

I think the research is one of my favorite parts of writing. I'm so glad you enjoyed the results this time. :-D Thanks!