Remembering Orchestra hall (1974)

Over the holidays I was finishing up this painting of Orchestra Hall. Earlier this month I had completed the work and I believe it is one of my best. It has a real sense of welcoming and warmth. It is the most musical piece I have ever painted.

This was a commission through the MN Orchestra. I am not sure exactly what their plan is with the original, but the image will be seen on various printed collateral. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed painting it.

Trying to find my way

Here we are in 2011 - a great time to be alive, right? I feel incredibly lucky to have stumbled into being an "artist". I guess I am capable of doing many other things. But by the good graces of some higher power, I get to make art for a living.

What seems more real to me then making art, is how it connects with others. And though I sometimes struggle with whether my art has a coherent message, one thing I know is certain. The art sends out positive vibes. People may think my art is cool - and heck, I may think it is too. But the art is nothing without the peoples interaction. So, in spirit, we are all apart of the art. It really belongs to all of us. I think that is the message.

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