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The elements & values series started in 2005. This series breaks all boundaries, traditions, and rules to produce what is purely an expression of freedom. In this body of work, Rodez has no influence or respect for light, shadow, dimension, perspective, or proportion, but rather he allows himself to be led by the images seen in the abstractions no matter how they turn out. While some of these can be quite beautiful, some on the other hand can turn out to be quite monstrous. The art develops a life of its own.

In a manner like how images can be found in clouds, without any preconceived notions of what color, texture, or its end result, Rodez mixes acrylic paints with free abandonment to first create what appears to be an abstract work of art. Then by exploring the abstract forms from all sides and angles and visualizing through his own imagination and ability amongst the chaos of color, he finds images that he then brings forth.