Synergy: art deeper than the sum of its parts
At this post, I’m enjoying a flurry of paint flying in the studio-everything from drawings of our little ones to huge semi-abstracts of skies and such. All this preparation for an upcoming solo exhibit that I mentioned before:
Synergy: Art Deeper than the Sum of its Parts.
Here’s a sneak peek at the artist’s statement:
This year, 2008, I’m celebrating twenty years of painting professionally. And by now, one would think that I’d have found my “style.” (You know – that “signature” thing that identifies a painter’s work to collectors.) We all know of artists whose work we can spot from afar (and because of that, enjoy a little extra market demand.) But it seems the longer I participate in this grand enterprise, the more diverse – not narrowed – my studies become. -Not the best strategy for marketing, true, but I’ve been blessed (not that they’re necessarily mutually exclusive) to have had sufficient provision to prioritize discovery and innovation over branding. And for me, this has made all the difference.
I contend that being more eclectic (or attention deficit, if you prefer) is actually a virtue, even synergistic! For example: insights gained into the power of stroke and color in an abstract study can serve to strengthen the abstract components in one’s representational work. Conversely, a proficiency in drawing (often touted as an absolute requirement for representational painting) and a strong command of contrast and composition in imagery translates to confidence and balance in creating works “sans image.”
In the end, one discipline feeds and cultivates another, and ultimately, the overall body of work gains depth and substance (which I covet above all things, and would desire most to be remembered for).
This particular display is assembled in “suites” of various types of study: landscape (plein-air and studio work), figure/portrait, architectural, western, and abstract, with each suite posting my comments on that particular discipline, and special notes on the pieces therein.
It is my sincere hope that in these works, the joy that has come in my twenty years of “celebrating diversity” will be evident, and even inspiring. And may we seek out that same variety (and synergy) in life itself, each and every day, which itself is so much deeper than the sum of its parts!
Well, that’s the first draft anyway. Here are the vitals:
May 2, 5-8 pm
Nemick & Thompson Fine Art
221 South Union Avenue, Pueblo CO
Part of Union Avenue’s First Friday Art Walks
Please do come out. And again, look for “suites” of landscapes, figure/portrait, western, abstract, and architecturals, along with artist notes on select pieces and disciplines. Featured will be portraiture, my most requested discipline. Thank you to Tina Nemick and to all of you for your kind support over these 20 years!
My prayer for you this next 20 years: Health, laughter, peace and grace!
k
