Just in Time
posted: January 14, 2011
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for Valentine's Day I am happy to debut a new suite of Archival Giclée Prints from my "Couples" Series. I worked closely with the printer to create this edition of 8 images that capture the spirit of the original works. The edition debuts tonight at the launch party for the 9th Annual 2011 Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival at the Mowen Solinsky Gallery
4-7:00 pm Friday, January 14, 2011
This work continues Richard's personal exploration of the mythical human figure engaged. Using the figure as a metaphor of our passion to connect to others, our communities, our world, and ourselves.
Sacramento Bee Art Critic Victoria Dalkey said this about Richard's monotypes in a review. "His elegant yet emotive monotypes focus on abstracted male and female figures engaged in archetypal relationships. These rich and sophisticated graphics quietly steal the show."
4-7:00 pm Friday, January 14, 2011
This work continues Richard's personal exploration of the mythical human figure engaged. Using the figure as a metaphor of our passion to connect to others, our communities, our world, and ourselves.
Sacramento Bee Art Critic Victoria Dalkey said this about Richard's monotypes in a review. "His elegant yet emotive monotypes focus on abstracted male and female figures engaged in archetypal relationships. These rich and sophisticated graphics quietly steal the show."
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Jim Paillot January 14, 2011
Good stuff! I hope the show is a huge success. Couple #23 is so terrific. Perhaps my favorite piece you have ever posted.
Victor Juhasz January 15, 2011
Love these, Mr. Downs. Your Xmas card, which I believe is #98, is already framed and hanging in the house.
Richard Downs January 15, 2011
Hi Jim, Thank you. When the #23 original sold I was in the gallery and was introduced to the couple that purchased it. They were so cute and they looked like the couple that I had depicted, it was great.
Hi Victor, Thank you, that is really cool!
Alan Witschonke January 17, 2011
These are beautiful, Richard. I like how you explored the theme with subtle changes, primarily scale and media. You should keep the series going!
Richard Downs January 17, 2011
Hi Alan, Thank you. This year I made a huge commitment to my series and today the studio doors are open and it is warm and sunny and I am starting to draw and print lots for upcoming commitments.
Katherine Streeter January 17, 2011
these keep getting better and better!... #23 is my favorite !
GregM January 17, 2011
Beautiful series, Richard.
Wishing you much & continued success.
Gary Taxali January 18, 2011
I agree with Katherine! Love these, man!
Ellen Weinstein January 18, 2011
Man, I love these!!
Richard Downs January 18, 2011
Thank you, guys and girls! I am not one to underestimate a focus group. You'll be seeing more derivatives of #23 for sure. Really appreciate the comments, me friends. d
Douglas Fraser January 18, 2011
Congratulations on the series, and I too wish you success.
Alex Nabaum January 18, 2011
My favorites the top one.
Mesmerizing!
