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.
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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TravelBear1, 2008
Acrylic Painting,
16 x 20 X 1 inches
Availability: Sold
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