Abstract artist Curtis Stromme goes his own way when creating acrylic paintings: The artworks are untitled, allowing viewers to provide their own interpretation and connection to the artwork. Unmatted pieces are surrounded by simple chrome frames so as not to detract from the art, which makes the paintings seem “to go on into infinity,” he explains. Rather than using canvas, Stomme paints on paper, layering the acrylic with blocks—not brushes—to create his vivid compositions. Sutter Creek Gallery will feature this unique artist during the month of October.
Despite occasional excursions into representational art,
inspired by numerous trips to Portugal, Stromme realized quite early that
creating acrylic abstract paintings was what brought him pleasure. He starts with a background color, then
applies additional paints which skid across the surface and sometimes collide
with those added earlier. The layers
create a textural surface while metallic swirls, circles and lines add
vivacity. Stromme says that “knowing
when to stop is the most difficult part of painting,” which many artists can
agree with. He also produces what he
calls art trading cards. These 2.5 x
3.5-inch abstracts are painted on mat board.
Some of these cards come mounted on paper and can be framed for display.
Sutter Creek Gallery will host a reception in Stromme’s
honor on Saturday, October 2, starting at 2 p.m., at 40 Main Street, Sutter
Creek. Besides original paintings and
photography, the gallery offers many affordable items including prints, cards,
jewelry, pottery, gourds and fiber arts as well as custom matting and framing. The gallery is open Thursday through Monday
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional
information, call 209-267-0228, email suttercreekgallery@gmail.com, or
visit www.suttercreekgallery.com.
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