SJC: Painter + Signmaker

Artist's Entry: 2/26/09



I'm very compelled by the tactile quality of my newest works. They are singular

objects. Such tactile qualities however will not reproduce with the same visual impact

the tactile object has when seen in person, touching it with your own eyes.



I find myself now eschewing objects that are overly refined. Too often the public seems

inured to the printed image of magazines and posters or commercial mass produced

objects. In my mind… Continue

Artist's Entry: 2/23/09



Here we go again! I stand before a 5.5 foot square of precious white space.

The stretched linen is like a trampoline!! It's thrilling.



Artist's Entry: 2/18/09

I'm learning from paint, one of the greatest teachers. Like any facet of life, it

can't be, won't be controlled. There's great irony inherent in being a painter;

One motivation to be a painter is to more freely express individuality or a personal

perspective from the… Continue

Artist's Entry: 12/30/08

[poem - Intended to accompany
new painting: "No Purpose or Desire"]

Speck of dust
Whir-n-whirl the physics of small
Quantum machine.

The sky is not sublime.
That would require to be awake, to care.
Is unconscious and indifferent.

I am one: "Speck Of Dust",
with eyes to see the Sky.
-SJC

Artist's Entry: 10/26/08

I want to take this opportunity to express my deep appreciation to

my friends and patrons, those who see something worthwhile in my work.

Recently a donation was made towards financing a series of large oils

which will be made from 10/08, well into 2009! Again my profound

gratitude. This faith and support enables me to be more prolific operating

in my role as an artist and painter.

This recent donation in the way of funding these… Continue