Phantoms

Art is often inspired by other artists, and for this series I've let music be my inspiration. Each painting is developed Alla Prima (single session) while listening to specifically selected albums; Phantoms of the musical influence may be vividly evident or subtly sit beneath the surface of each work. Whether direct or subliminal, overt or unobservable, music is a pillar of each painting's construction.

Mastadon - 8x10" Oil on Hardboard
Mastadon - 8x10" Oil on Hardboard
"Mastodon"
Oil on Hardboard
8x10" - 2025

I immersed myself in music during the creation of this piece, listening solely to the band Mastodon. 
The progressive and heavy nature of the music left an impression on the painting and inspired me to embrace music as an influence to visual art.
 
"Primitive Skull"
Oil on Hardboard
8x10" - 2025
For the first of the series, I had 90's music blaring such as Nirvana, Tool, Smashing Pumpkins, and others. The mix of music set a groove and cadence in my painting which strengthened the work.

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