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Artist Statement:
My work is... well what is my
work? It consists of stylized
bulky figures. The represent
the social imbalance of a
positive image for overweight
people. The weight of the
figure creates a fluid
composition. The elements of
bold color, line and shape
reveal a controlled impulse of
rhythm. The circular or
rounded forms are balanced
with angular viusal pauses. I
create an intimate play of
line, symbols, and color.
My work seems at first
glance to be about color. I
prefer color to not be
directly linked to emotions.
Color is too often a stagnant
definition for feelings. And
most often I utilize color as
a challenge. The creation of
new color schemes. A game of
limiting my color palette. The
process of color security so I
don't over think color.
Drawing is my foundation
and inspiration. I entertain
and confront myself through
pencil graffitti. Painting is
an extention of my
sketchbooks. The figure gives
form to a canvas in a canvas.
Abstract shapes and symbols
compose a synopation of visual
accents. A mixture of acrylic
and wood glue exaggerate the
depth of color and texture. My
work is an expression of
personal struggle and success
in the ...
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Leroy Woodward Biography:
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Age
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39
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| Gender |
Male
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| Status |
Single
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| Children |
0
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| Religion |
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| Education |
Professional Degree |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
Sports:Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, and Tennis. Aboriginal and Indigenous Cultures |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Mixed Media
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Pop Art - (1958 - 1975)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Norval Morrisseau
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| Favorite Work of Art |
The Venus of Willendorf
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
Indigenous, Aboriginal, Chinese, Japanese, Celtic, Egyptian, Cycladic, Aztec, Incas, Northwest Coast, and African Cultures. Norval Morrisseau, Bill Reid, Leland Bell, Jesse Hummingbird, Heironymus Bosch, Alexander Calder, Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso, Constantin Brancusi, Keith Haring, Diego Rivera, Elizabeth Catlett, Alma Thomas, Charles White, Dox Thrash, Aaron Douglas, Jerry Brady, Eileen Stremba, and Ned Wert |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
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| Your Personal Biography |
Born: Honey Brook, Pennsylvania
Education:
Elementary-High Schools:
Twin Valley School District, Elverson, PA
College:
Art Institute of Philadelphia, Phila, PA
Indiana University of PA, Indiana, PA
(Bachelor's Science in Art Education K-12)
Continuing Education:
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA
University of the Arts, Phila., PA
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Phila, PA
Seattle Community College, Seattle, WA
Awards and Achievements:
"I Dare You" High School Leadership Award
"Person of the Week" Teaching Recognition,
Reading Eagle Newspaper, Reading, PA
"Volunteer Soiree Honory" TRC- Art Museum
Seattle, WA
"Recognition of Outstanding Services"
The Dougherty Art Center 2006, Austin TX
Exhibitions:
Tri-County Friends Art Show 1998
Vintage Book Store, Hayward, CA
Lone Star Saloon, San Francisco, CA
Bus Stop Espresso/Coffee Shop, Seattle, WA
Upstairs/Downstair Exhibit, Shady Tree
Studios, Austin, TX
VAST Art Exhibit 2006, Austin TX
The Whatever Shop, Wimberley, TX |
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