Converging Issues

Converging issues is a 3.5 x 7 ft. acrylic painting on masonite.  Although this painting is minimalistic in detail and texture it still makes a bold statement in its composition.  There are two faces in this picture, one is masculine and the other feminine.  The two faces are merging (converging) and they each share one eye and the mouth.  The Jungian psycholical theory of the anima and animas would be one approach to viewing this painting.  This painting is part of my personal collection, however, I would be happy to repaint it and prints are available.

Bi-Polar Disorder

Here is another painting from the mental illness series.  This one is a study of what used to be called "manic-depression".  You can clearly see the merger of brightness into darkness here and the many images (Critters) in the background can represent fleeting thoughts or mental imagery.  The brain is a mysterious organ and its workings difficult to understand.  I certainly do not claim this understanding but here is an attempt to visually represent some of its workings.  I will say that the process of defining the various critters in the background was very cathartic.

Fibanacci Sequence 2 - SOLD

This piece is the second in a series of  "green" paintings I created using recycled/renewable materials.  The frame was made out of wood reclaimed from old cabinetry pulled out of a home during a kitchen remodel and the canvas is an old shirt stretched over the frame and primed.  (Look closely and you can see the buttons and pockets)  While the painting is truly expressionistic, you will find that it contains symbols representing the first eight numbers of the Fibanacci sequence, a mathematical series also know as the "golden ratio".  While I will let you look up the details yourself, it is evident that in God's creation of this planet and all that is on it, that He used this sequence repeatedly.  This ~10" x 18" arcylic painting was sold at the "Art for Haiti Exhibit" at the National Street Gallery in Springfield, Missouri.

"The Dark Place" - 14"x18" - Watercolor on paper - Framed - $225.00 SOLD

The facial expression and dark muted colors of this piece help to create the "feel" I was looking for to express the struggle many people have with depression.  This is one many paintings from my mental illness series.  It is matted in all black which enhances the effect.  This ~8" x 10" watercolor is sold but still on display in the Hammons Hall fall exhibit in Springfield, Missouri.

Age of Exploration

One of my favorite concepts is that of discovery.  Whether it was the adventures of Lewis and Clark, Magellan or Columbus, the excitement of exploring new places never seems to fade.  As a child and now as an adult, I am still curious and searching for new discoveries.  Look closely at this painting.  The explorers have a look of determination and if you look at the details you can see why.  There are many creatures lurking in the background just waiting to be identified.  This ~15" x 20" acrylic wash on watercolor paper is currently on display in the Hammons Hall fall exhibit in Springfield, Missouri.