Artist Information:
Leroy Woodward
Austin, TX
United States
Member Since: Mar 2007
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Artist Statement:
My work is... well what is my work? It consists of stylized bulky figures. The represent the social imbalance of a positive image for overweight people. The weight of the figure creates a fluid composition. The elements of bold color, line and shape reveal a controlled impulse of rhythm. The circular or rounded forms are balanced with angular viusal pauses. I create an intimate play of line, symbols, and color.
My work seems at first glance to be about color. I prefer color to not be directly linked to emotions. Color is too often a stagnant definition for feelings. And most often I utilize color as a challenge. The creation of new color schemes. A game of limiting my color palette. The process of color security so I don't over think color.
Drawing is my foundation and inspiration. I entertain and confront myself through pencil graffitti. Painting is an extention of my sketchbooks. The figure gives form to a canvas in a canvas. Abstract shapes and symbols compose a synopation of visual accents. A mixture of acrylic and wood glue exaggerate the depth of color and texture. My work is an expression of personal struggle and success in the ...
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Leroy Woodward's Free Artist Portfolio
Welcome to Leroy Woodward's Portfolio. Browse Woodward's body of work: My work is... well what is my work? It consists of stylized bulky figures. The represent the social imbalance of a positive image for overweight people. The weight of the figure creates a fluid composition. The elements of bold color, line and shape reveal a controlled impulse of rhythm. The circular or rounded forms are balanced with angular viusal pauses. I create an intimate play of line, symbols, and color.
My work seems at first glance to be about color. I prefer color to not be directly linked to emotions. Color is too often a stagnant definition for feelings. And ... | |
Two Spirits, 2007 Mixed Media, 30 x 60 X 1 inches Price: US$ 2500
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Venus of Honey Brook, 2007 Mixed Media, 30 x 40 X 1 inches Price: US$ 1500
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Untitled Hug1, 2007 Mixed Media, 30 x 30 X 1 inches Price: US$ 1500
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Duo Venus, 2004 Mixed Media, 30 x 40 X 1 inches Price: US$ 2000
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TravelBear1, 2008 Acrylic Painting, 16 x 20 X 1 inches Availability: Sold
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Ron in Suit, 2008 Acrylic Painting, 16 x 20 inches Price: US$ 150
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