Interstellar Secrets 24 x 36 oil on canvas 2012
Monday, September 10, 2012
Friday, August 10, 2012
Friday, August 3, 2012
modern still life
bottles 24 x 36 inches oil on canvas 2012
I was talking to a colleague the other day, and during this conversation, I realized that I am "IN LOVE" with design. Because of this I am realizing that subject is not what is important to me. I am painting because I love design, and color. Wow, 50 years to come to that conclusion! I see my work and influences very clearly now.......kinda of a "eureka moment". I cant begin to express my excitement......stay tuned.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
California modern
California modern 24 x 30 acrylic on canvas 2012
I have been doing a lot of color experimentation lately. The title of this work comes from the inspiration of mid century plastics. The color and simple design are from my fascination with this retro look. The cool thing, is that I actually experienced this era, and was not only educated with a mid century philosophy, I actually lived it. (I am showing my age here!)
I must say though, the design and overall outlook of the age was much more up-beat and happy. I am not interested nor capable of the depression that seems to permeate pop culture today. Just give me love, peace and harmony.....as we used to say,.........far out,... super cool, and groovy!
I must say though, the design and overall outlook of the age was much more up-beat and happy. I am not interested nor capable of the depression that seems to permeate pop culture today. Just give me love, peace and harmony.....as we used to say,.........far out,... super cool, and groovy!
Monday, June 4, 2012
strange magic
Strange Magic 24 x 30 inches acrylic on canvas 2012
Somewhat primal...almost tribal......that is what I love about pure non objective painting. This is an art that comes from the deepest sub conscious. A visual poetry. Thought made flesh. Magical and Primordial.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Saturday, November 5, 2011
radio for the retina
a dream to me 22 x 34 inches acrylic on canvas 2011
Today's post is a non objective abstract painting that I recently finished. It is the first finished piece of a series based on poetic ideas that mainly come from song lyrics. I like to think of these as radio for the retina. I have two others almost done, and several more still in the sketchbook. I am kind of excited about these.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Island Music and Tiki
Island Music 22 x 30 inches acrylic on canvas 2011
This tiki painting is inspired by 1960s travel brochures. I love the 1960s illustrators and the modern look they aspired to create. It took me forever to finish this one, it is very graphic and flat, so I had to painstakingly paint several careful coats over each area.....not to mention keep the lines fairly straight.
Aloha Tiki People!.......and you know who you are....:)
Aloha Tiki People!.......and you know who you are....:)
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