I have been painting for most of my life, but it’s only in the last 25 years that I have been able to truly devote my time and energy to this passion. This journey has been a fascinating exploration of the myriad techniques and processes that culminate in a finished piece of art.
My work gravitates towards the surreal, aiming to portray the images I envision rather than merely replicating what is visible to all. I strive to offer a different perspective, an exploration of what could be if we let go of the need for exact reproduction.
Color, in particular, is a medium I love to manipulate for artistic impact. Imagine a world where the image is monochromatic or set in an extreme tonal range, visible only in the mind’s eye. This is the essence of my work.
I create on canvas, linen, and paper, primarily using oil paints, with occasional forays into acrylics. Some of my pieces are produced as limited editions, framed with hand-engraved glass that highlights parts of the base image. This technique introduces a third dimension, which can be illuminated from within the frame, adding a unique, ethereal quality.
I hope you enjoy the images on this site. Interpretation is personal, and I encourage you to embrace the emotions and thoughts that these pieces evoke in you, free from textual direction.
Please feel free to email or leave a comment with any thoughts.
Neal Scrase