I think that as artists, one of the primary goals of a successful painting, whether spoken or unspoken, is that we hope to evoke an emotional response from the viewers of our paintings. We want that untrained eye to approach one of ... Read More...
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Rick Koehler, AIA began his painting journey at the age of 61. Since that time, he has won numerous awards as well as the hearts of his followers. “In the field of architecture, I had to be very precise, now I’m working to be very loose” says Koehler.
“As an artist, it has taken me some time to understand that we are painting light, and its effects on whatever the subject may be. I enjoy being outside whenever possible, but even in the studio I am fully immersed in my work. Every day in front of the easel is a new day and an opportunity to follow a new path with my painting decisions. I especially like the fact that you never stop learning in this new sport of mine.” Rick is an Associate Member of OPA.
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