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Ric Snead
ArtistMiddletown Ohio 451040 United States Home Phone: 9376237130
Bio
Over 26 Corporate Collections
10 Public Collections
Over 500 Private Collections
Over 100 Corporate, Public and Private Commissions
30 Solo/ Two Person Exhibitions
Numerous Group exhibitions
Full Resume Available on Request
Artist Statement
My work has always been deeply rooted in my continual interest in colour and form. My work in Polmer Resin utilized the characteristics of transparency, optics and gem like qualities. My execution today is still Abstract. The works in steel and other materials have taken on a different approach with the juxtaposition of forms and the qualities of opaque colour. I have also taken a different approach to creativity. The playful use of random, gestural (doodles) lines and shapes are expressed. I trust free will and spontaneity to take control. They are arbitrary, expressionistic and often whimsical. These drawings are transformed from the unconscious to a conscious generalized refinement. Colour has changed as well with the use of automotive finish systems both solid and metallic qualities. They are more reflective and accentuate forms.
I am often asked as to what influences my sculptures. Many of my previous sculptures, the influence is obvious. Abstractions by their very nature are ambiguous. That which is in consciousness/ unconsciousness of the artist execution may or may not match to the viewers’ perception. Abstractions are like puzzles which each of us holds a unique piece
