I chose to focus my current painting series on the Petroglyphs of  Hawai'i in response to their physical primitive simplicity underlined by their oblique mystery. Original size, spatial contexts, and the lava surfaces make certain groupings of individuals visually iconographic.

Using data recovered from in-field expeditions such as measurements, photographs and sketches as reference material, I attempt 'portraits' by embedding pigments in multiple layers of acrylic emulsion, slowly building the image with color and iridescent accents supported on hardboard panels. The end result of multiple acrylic layers is an illusion of back-painted glass or polished stone. The luminosity of my painted artwork is difficult to fully communicate with photography.

I now apply my knowledge of commercially available coatings, composition, light and color interaction to interior spaces.

The challenge of creating an environment both restful and invigorating for the inhabitants is a primary concern. Using earth-tones and simple guides in response to client lifestyles helps design a harmonic space for interior activity. Adding texture and organic patterns can enhance the quality of ambient light.

White interiors are the choice of production contractors who know that because almost all light is reflected from a white surface that many imperfections will be hidden until an attempt is made to introduce color.  Even light mid-range tones can illuminate sloppy finish work. Fear of color may be a hangover of missionary origin or perhaps just fashion- economics as white is the most inexpensive paint regardless of finish.  Changing to color often means thinking about many other seemingly unrelated issues.

I like to add spectral dimension to plain interior spaces. Employing texture or contrasting finishes without colors can also enhance aesthetic qualities, creating feelings of intimacy and still conceal past repairs.  I am available on a Time and Materials basis. Color consultation and references available upon request. See samples of my interior painting in the furrythrottle photo galleries.

SCHAEFER Portrait Challenge 2006

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