J Louis

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  • About the Artist
  • Selected Works
  • Press
  • CV
  • Contact
    • NYC: Weekend Workshop
    • Private Zoom Instruction
  • Prints
"Bridge". I painted the reflections in the eyes in the shape of entryways.
One of the many paintings I have destroyed.  Only a few process pics remain.
Studio shot of "Lines" before it was framed and sent to my show last month.
The intensity of hue used in my paintings are largely dependent on my mood. More vibrant/electric works come from moments when I am particularly excited about something. At times I'm not entirely aware of my mood until I see what I've been creating t
I'm teaching my first ever charcoal & silver workshop Sept. 30 - Oct. 2!  Space is limited to just 6 students!!!
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Great surprise to discover at the book store. Thanks International Artist Magazine!
This work was completed a year before the electric series, however it seems to lead into the electric hues. I love how little information is needed to understand what may be a chair, clothing or pink heels. The viewers mind is the greatest tool any a
Here is another work from the electric series. I wanted the current to vibrate so strongly that figure and environment mesh together.
Our cells are specialized to conduct electrical currents. Electricity is required for the nervous system to send signals throughout the body and to the brain, making it possible for us to move, think and feel.⠀
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I started a series of paintings labe