Wise Chimp - Acrylic Painting

Item Number: 148
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Description
"Wise Chimp" is painted acrylic on masonite and measures 8" x 10". Painted by local artist Derek Russell, this extraordinary painting adds life and inspiration to any room.
Item can be picked up at the Concord office or shipped to the winning bidder for an additional $7.
About the Artist
"Art is my form of expression, my voice to share the wonders of the world with others. I love to be at one with nature. This peaceful exploration has positioned me perfectly for a life of creativity. Finding inspiration and motivation in every step I take, I intuitively hear a calling to paint and have chosen to act on that calling.
Working outside "en plein air" is invigorating for me. I can capture the excitement of the moment: the fresh breeze, the warm sunlight, the various sounds of nature. I try hard to convey the feelings of my surroundings and my subject matter into an emotional piece of art.
Lately I have been working mainly in acrylic. I enjoy the vibrant colors and the layering ability I have with acrylic paints. I find balance in my work through careful consideration of color. There may only be a brief moment when the colors of the subject matter are made visible, but I capitalize every time. And it is with this color selection that my passion comes alive. Colors may change but the true color will shine through.
Growing up believeing that everything happens for a reason and there are no accidents, I paint in absolute freedom. To the observer, I may seem chaotic throughout my painting process. There are no mistakes, there is only clear direction. When I paint, I am in a mind-space reality where it is only me, my painting and the subject matter. The idea of time as a unit of measure "stops".
I am eager to share my art with others to awaken the world to seeing in a different light, in COLOR."
AWARDS
Best in Show - Thacher Island Association 2008 Art & Photo Show
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
All throughout New England
Florida
Special Instructions
Generously donated by Derek Russell. For more information please visit www.inspirevibrance.com