connett

To make Art is a basic, instinctive need for the human animal. It pre-dates all language and civilization. Interesting that it is seldom an occupation that makes much money. Perhaps that is because we all can do it? Perhaps because it can only be judged subjectively? Perhaps because it does not serve a 'functional' purpose?

It seemingly has no purpose other then to reach a deep yearning of the human spirit ... A deep yearning to 'create', To externalize our ideas and to emulate our visions of God. We want to create our own worlds, just like God. We can not command the seas to rise or the mountains to move ... but we can draw them any way we wish.

This need in us, so unique compared to other life forms, is the basis of all the cultures of the Earth. All that man has accomplished, the domination of the planet, all has it's basis in or need to create art.

I am an illustrator of my ideas.

My art is the scratchings in pen, pencil, paint, (and sometimes words) of a relatively normal man, living in quiet desperation, slowly going mad on my way to 'The stony lonesome", as my father used to call it.He's there now. I hope he's not as lonesome as he visualized being.

Living as an artist is my dream come true. I work 14 hours or s each day, and so far 'making it' each month is not easy. BUT MAN, I'd rather be doing this than ALL the other BS I've done in my life leading up to now.

My art is the kind that you might stare into, and see many things, including perhaps yourself. Your interpretation of this work is a direct reflection of who you are. It is art of many meanings to all people. It is a mirror. It is not 'ambient art'

Most of my work grows from a single stroke. It is spontaneous. My need to paint and draw began as, and remains a "catharsis". An unplanned way to express feelings and thoughts. Thus, It is not an intellectual process. Any intelligence found within these works comes from within the observer, not the creator.

You either feel my art, or you don't. If you feel it, take pleasure in it ... If you like it enough, you should buy it. It is how I make a living. I am unfit for any other occupation. So, I sincerely hope you will like it, and buy it, and live with it.

Having 'ART' in your home is important. There is a huge difference in the quality of life between those who do, and those who do not. If you do not buy my art, I strongly suggest you buy someone else's.