David R., MRC ArtWorks
Emily Goes Home Soon
$60.00
16 x 20
Expressive abstract painting of a stylized face with vibrant hues and dynamic brushstrokes. Intricate patterns and details such as scribbled words create a lively and engaging visual experience.
Artist Bio
David is an abstract artist who’s been creating art for the last 30 years, since he took his first art class at community college. His creative journey started with music playing guitar and it was a fellow musician and abstract painter he met, who he credits as his biggest creative influence. Art is especially therapeutic for David, helping him “work through problems”. He says, “It takes my mind off my problems and puts the problems into my work – my work becomes the problem instead of the problem.”
Program Description
MRC artWorks is a professional working art studio and retail gallery located on the historical Kalamazoo Mall in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo. MRC artWorks offers unique and affordable art created by individuals with disabilities. MRC artWorks provides an outlet for our artists to achieve creative self-expression in a way that promotes personal growth, dignity, and self-confidence. We strive to enrich the community with the diversity of art by promoting our artist’s work through a variety of venues and partnerships. All artist receive a commission from the sale of their work, which not only serves as their source of income, but also enhances and reinforces their self-esteem and self-worth. MRC artWorks provides a safe, positive, and creative environment that focuses on individual’s abilities, rather than their disabilities.
Program Link
https://www.mrcartworks.org/