Art Piece:
“Checkpoint”
Acrylic
24” x 36”
About the Artist:
Michael Tolleson
Michael Tolleson‘s art travels between two paths; one more
realistic and the other more abstract and soul based. Michael usually begins by observing and
reviewing a photo of a place, person, building, sky or a landscape. The photo acts as a tool to isolate whatever
interests Michael, and in the process, the ordinary will reveal something
extraordinary about its place in his world. These images provide the “bones” of
his work. Michael absorbs the feeling of
the image and what develops on the canvas is the feeling on adrenaline! The moment, the feeling and the colors are
punched up. Michael’s paintings capture
the essence of that moment; a feeling; a future.
Michael is strongly influenced by the Asian culture and his
approach to his paintings’ style emulates
a “Sumi-E” artist’s manner of addressing his art form. Michael’s brush or palette knife movement is
quick and almost manic, although the application of the paint is calculated but
yet appears random on the canvas. Color
and emotions pour from the finished canvas to draw the viewer deeply into the
art. Ultimately, Michael hopes the paint on the canvas provides a doorway into
his world and will capture his desire to touch another receptive soul.
To view more of Michael’s work and the work of all our
fine artists, visit us at www.contemporaryartgalleryonline.com. Also
check out our monthly art competitions.
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