New Painting "Intervention"

Have you ever been in a situation where you feel like you need to change something but you feel trapped? Instead of actively changing the scenario that may be causing you stress or anxiety you continue to take the abuse, thinking and hoping that something will happen to get you out. Then something happens totally unexpected that may seem like the end of the world at that moment, but turns out to be a blessing in disguise (like losing a job that you despised and that only caused you stress). Sometimes we need to be forced into or out of a situation because we, ourselves, will not take action. It's as if some force in the universe says, "ok- enough is enough, it's time for some intervention!"

Current Exhibits

Just wanted to update everyone on my current exhibits. You can find my work at the following:

Goggleworks-Reading, PA
This juried exhibition "The Natural World" will be on display in the Cohen Gallery until June 29th. There is a lot of great artwork in this exhibit- about 75 pieces were chosen from over 500 entries.

Goggleworks-Reading, PA
Wall space display-third floor. Check out my personal exhibition space upstairs. This is a sampling of some of my latest creations-all items are for sale. I also have my mousepads for sale in the giftshop on the first floor.

The CSI Group-Paramus, NJ
I have 17 paintings on display through June.

Howard Gallery-New Hope, PA
If you are in the area, this is a great gallery-a nice collection of artwork. I have a few pieces on display here.

Thanks everyone for your support!

collaborative art

So, recently I was thinking it would be an interesting idea to do some collaborative art with my 5 year old nephew. I have always loved children's art and I love my nephew's figures. I love to watch him draw. He doesn't think about it, doesn't analyze it, he just does it. That's why I love children's art-it's uninhibited. So, I told him my idea and he thought it was cool. So, I gave him the paper and he cranked out 8 or so drawings in a matter of 5 minutes. My contribution will be the paint. This is the first in the series. I thought, if I don't do this I will regret it. He won't be this innocent and uninhibited forever, I have to take advantage while I can. So, the Owen/Kel series has begun. I tried to leave his figures as he intended them and work around them. I would love to know what you think!

New Nude Series

I have been working on a new series of nudes on paper. These paintngs are based on live nude sketches that I did a few years back. Because the majority of my work is large canvases, I wanted to do a few series of small paintings. I really like how they are coming out-so far I have 4 completed and an working on more. Be sure to keep an eye out for these. They will also be posted on my website. Let me know what you think of them!

The Alzheimer's Series

My recent series of artwork is inspired by and dedicated to my Grandmother who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. This has greatly affected myself and my entire family and has completely consumed me consciously and subconsciously.

As I have been painting over the last several months I started to realize how these all-consuming thoughts of her were translating themselves from my psyche into my artwork. So, I decided to create an entire body of work not only for me personally, but for anyone who has ever experienced a loved one slowly deteriorating from this disease. It is truly heartbreaking and difficult to endure.

I feel that although the emotions behind this body of work are sad and disheartening, it is probably my strongest work yet. Those that have seen my work progress over the years seem to agree. As is usually the case, out of something negative comes something positive. Some of these images are on this page. Can you pick out which ones?