Current/Recent Exhibitions
20/20 Spring Show - Featuring Over 60 Artists Kennedy Gallery Art Center Opens: May 11th Closes: June 4th Reflections on Our Rivers Consider what the rivers in our valley mean to us. The rivers bring life sustaining water from the Sierras enabling our livelihoods and ability to inhabit the land. Human technology diverts their waters to provide sustenance to parched areas of our state. And beyond this basic necessity, the waters in our rivers support complex ecosystems that change and transform as water continues to flow through the delta, mixing with salt water on its destination to the sea. The waters and shores provide a special environment in which wildlife abounds and human counterparts take pleasure in the recreational benefits and beauty. As one who enjoys kayaking these waters, or bicycling and hiking along the shores, I often reflect on these rivers as a gift. As an artist, I enjoy presenting the reflections on our rivers both literally and figuratively in my renderings. The theme of my project would be to present a reflection of my experience on the waters and shores of several valley rivers near Sacramento. My hope would be to evoke the same adoration and appreciation I have of these special environments in those who view my paintings. Thomas Ford is Now With the Sutter Street Artists The Sutter Street Artist maintain a gallery in the Historic Folsom District. View the artwork of Thomas Ford and over 15 other artists at the Processi Wine and Art Gallery, 627 Sutter Street in the Historic Folsom District. Check out our website: http://sutterstreetartists.com/ Biographical Information Thomas Ford’s acrylic paintings most often celebrate the California landscape and coastline. Living in the Sacramento area, the American River dominates his collection. Often depicted are glimpses of people participating in the recreational opportunities of the region. I work from photographs that I have taken while hiking, bicycling, or kayaking. Without sketching, I work from the shadows bringing the light forward. I am most intrigued by capturing light at specific times of the day, the angle of the sun within the time of the year, and the condition of the weather. I hope that you enjoy the paintings I have done. If you are interested in viewing the originals, or would like more information on my paintings, please don't hesitate to contact me by email or phone. I'd love to get your feedback. Please email me at: |
