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ABOUT MY WORK

​Graphic, kinetic, layered... this is what makes up my basic style. I do what are considered paintings, but they could also be thought of as flat sculptures in that they have depth, painted sides and a finish unlike most paintings. The evolution has been in complexity. More layering which creates a greater sense of depth. A more balanced image that integrates the various components into a unified piece.

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The panels, which I build by hand, have depth, extending the painting surface and allowing the image to continue around the sides. These panels have a certain heft, reminiscent of a slab of stone or a solid block of wood.

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The pattern of marks that I use could be considered old - could be modern... typical tribal design with an element of street graffiti.  The smooth surface begs to be touched, which I encourage.

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My process, which I refer to as ELEMENTAL  REDUCTION, is part of a long exploration of shapes, textures, and color that involves sanding away much of the paint.  Multiple color coats are repeatedly removed, giving the impression of a work that has aged and of colors long buried. 

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After a layer of paint is applied and sanded, a coat of clear is applied which both protects the paint and adds depth to the layers. I can now paint over areas that donʼt work and save areas that do... and so it goes with the process being repeated as many times as necessary.

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This combination comes together into a piece that invites study, to be viewed in different light, revealing details to be discovered over time.  

 

Like a lot of artists, working on developing a consistent style is always the goal and a challenge. I want to keep a recognizable look from one piece to the next and wrap it together with a type of execution and craftsmanship that I find engaging....and hopefully others will as well.

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