Darren Waterson- 03.15.07
The work of Darren Waterson is the most inspiring thing i’ve rediscovered today, first introduced to me as a certain someone had me trying to hunt down the artist of the Silversun Pickup’s latest album cover (and believe it or not, googling was unsuccessful, but wiki-ing and emailing their PR worked nicely). And i know i don’t usually post are quite this largely, but this particular piece mesmerizes me to no end (and a few other of his recent pieces i love are featured below as well). This is “His Universe”, 2005, 60’x60’ ~ can you believe that is oil on wood? organic, fluid, abstract, detailed, flowing, deep, i dont know how to describe his work really… somewhere between what a friend mentioned as reminiscent of old scifi covers… and also brings to mind the work of inka essenhigh… either way, there is something inspiring and meditative to these pieces. And he’s a local! BA from Otis ~ studied at Kunst ~ and resides in SF currently!
(if possible, you can click to view larger)
This is the piece that inspired the Silversun Pickup’s Album cover ~ there is also more of his work featured on their site.
I knew Darren in high school. I was in his same art class. I remember him enjoying art and having exceptional talent. I wondered what happen to him. I recently ran into his father in Clovis and he told me of his son’s success. So I googled him… and to my surprize he has evolved to a master. It is wonderful to do something you enjoy and be able to share your happiness with others in your work. I would like to see his work in person… I guess this means a road trip to San Fransico 2009 :) Janine
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