Can you name four movies with scenes that feature abstract art? If you need help, consider these: Fantasia (1940), Beautiful Girls, Vertigo and Transcendence. Three of these films were part of my childhood introduction to abstract form and imagery. The fourth movie, Transcendence, allowed me the … Read More
Some people I know would rather be in a room with a clown than with an abstract painting. Why? Because abstract art is scarier than clowns. Clowns are recognizable, abstract art isn’t. The purpose of a clown is to entertain. … Read More
Now that COVID restrictions have been relaxed, this summer I’ve made it a point to visit as many area art museums as possible. Recently I decided to visit the Getty Center in order to see the Italian paintings and the … Read More
Finally, after a year of COVID lock-downs, restrictions and shutdowns, I was able to visit the Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena. Being away for so long was like visiting an old friend and it gave me a whole new perspective … Read More
Abstract painting is about movement, color, texture, rhythm and pattern. It represents a person, thing or moment without their familiar features or outlines. It’s the impression of what someone or something feels like when form is stripped away. Because I … Read More
As I continue to work on my Field Series, I eagerly await the reopening of art museums in Southern California. Throughout my career, monthly visits to the Getty Villa, Huntington Museum and Norton Simon (to name a few) have inspired, … Read More
For me, abstract painting is the synergy between emotion and color. It’s how I express my feelings, thoughts, and experiences. I use color to explore mood and intensity and I use paint brushes and tools to convey the rhythm and … Read More
You put on a well-tailored suit. You look in the mirror and you know it, you look great. The suit enhances your features and makes you stand out. The focus is all on you. When choosing a frame and mat … Read More