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I want to paint the equivalent of Lou Reed’s “New York”.

In my work, I try to reflect self-awareness and/or a social consciousness by representing subjects that trigger a sense of nostalgia for me.

A good image should feel like a good relationship, fresh but familiar.

Embrace imperfections. Don’t be afraid of exposing elements of your process. It brings humanity to a painting.

When painting representationally do not paint the subject. Instead focus on the interplay of observed shapes and space. Remember color is also a value of light and dark. The subject will reveal itself with time.

musings while creating “the symbol series” As humans we seek out patterns/repetition. Pattern creates rhythm. Rhythm provides structure/order. “He that lovest not, knowest not God; for God is love.”  — 1 John 4:8 Finding resolution for issues, tensions, and contradictions gives life purpose. The search of one’s authentic self. For much of my adult life,…

Punk Rock.

musings while creating “the symbol series” Intersecting layers, patterns, and rhythms arranged to trigger different responses and interpretations. There is a sensual intersection between visual arts and music. A song can be angular, a painting melodic. Well-designed album covers influence how we interpret the music and creates impressions (right or wrong) about the artist. Albums…

musings while creating “the symbol series” “Every square inch of a painting should be able to stand alone as singular painting.” — College painting professor  “Embrace the happy accidents.” — Bob Ross Painting technique has become a post-modern construct and a language in and of itself (i.e., symbols of expression). 

musings while creating “the symbol series” Inspiration comes from multiple conscious and unconscious sources. The level of meaning and weighting of importance for each source of inspiration may vary significantly as an art series evolves. “Have you ever viewed the agricultural circles from an airplane window when flying across the Mid-West?” — Friend The artistic…