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Artist Statement:
I believe an artist should
play many important roles
within society. Importantly,
but not limited to: being a
mirror; a sounding board; an
idealist; a rebel, an activist
and a non-comformist - if need
be. I try to address social,
political and economic issues
in my artwork by focusing on
national and international
events as they influence and
affect our human condition,
social conscience/sense of
justice and society's fabric
in general. Utilizing to
varying degrees realism,
symbolism, allegory and
metaphor in my work.
Sometimes, I incorporate pop
culture references into my
paintings to emphasize a
point. Sarcasim, irony and
blunt humor can also be
present. I have been highly
influenced by the work of
artists, such as: Francesco
Goya, Honore Daumier, Eduaret
Manet and Theodore Gericault.
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Derrick Johnson Biography:
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| Gender |
Male
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| Status |
Single
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| Children |
99
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| Religion |
No Denomination |
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| Education |
Bachelor of Fine Arts |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
Movies, poster art, design and graphics, collecting paper ephemera, study of history and politics, archeology; zoology & cryptozoology; interest in sports, played hockey at one time. |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Watercolor
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Romanticism - (1800 - 1850)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Van Goah Degas Rubens Seurat Monet
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| Favorite Work of Art |
Sunday Afternoon Island La Grande Jatte
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
The work of Francesco Goya. |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
Have always been very visually oriented. Since I can remember was always drawing and painting to express myself. Came naturally - it's what I love. |
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| Your Personal Biography |
I graduated from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design with a BFA in fine art; and from Ryerson Polytechnic University (Toronto) with a BAA in Photographic Arts (Motion Picture Option). I am in the emerging stage of my career. I prefer working in watercolor, because I am allergic to other mediums. Watercolor can be tricky, but I paint it, as if it was oil paint, preferring control over the medium instead of complete randomness. My first solo exhibition as a professional was held at St.FX University Art Gallery in Antigonish, Nova Scotia between June 7 to July 7, 2010. It was a tremendous experience and I met so many supportive and amazing people! I am looking forward to my next exhibition. My work is growing in technical complexity and scope continually. I am currently beginning work on a series of 4 paintings and one very large triptych. |
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