Ray Fink

'Abstract, Coral and Blue', Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois Design Institute

Signed lower left, 'Wood' for Virginia Wood (American, 1938-2019), additionally signed, verso, and dated 1968. Virginia Wood studied at the University of South Carolina and, subsequ...

Signed twice, verso, on stretcher 'Marsha Straus' for Marsha Rogow Strauss (American, 1944-2008) and painted circa 1995. A substantial and vibrant oil abstract comprising massed, ov...

Painted by Robert Gilberg (American, 1911-1970) circa 1950. Unsigned and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Born in Oakland, Robert George Gilberg first studied at the O...

Signed lower right, 'Shafsky' and painted circa 1960. A kinetic, mid-century oil abstract comprising a structurally inter-related field of jade and saffron contrasted against second...

Signed lower right, "Eral" for Eral Leek (American, 20th century) and dated 1962. A substantial, mid-century oil abstract comprising bold, overlapping rectangular compositional elem...

Signed, verso, 'Holly Blake', dated 2016 and titled 'A Pattern of Chance'. Holly Blake (American, 20th century) first attended Ohio's Columbus College of Art and Design and subseque...

Abstract Composition by Gwen Roc'h (French, contemporary) oil painting with collage applied, mixed media surface, on canvas 39.5 x 39.5 inches signed & dated 1994 verso Striking and...

Harald M. Olson's work has been compared to Keith Haring. This large painting titled "Symphony in Black and White" measures 52x40" on canvas. The dy...

Colorful abstract painting on panel made with mixed media acrylic, pigmented plaster, beeswax and marble dust on panel 20 x 16 inches with painted sides, ready to hang as is Vincen...

44 Horizon Lines, 2018 20" X 20" acrylic, pigmented plaster, and wax on canvas Ready to hang as is. Vincent Pomilio is master when it comes to color composition. His abstractions ...

Modern, abstract mixed media painting on canvas in shades of bright teal, turquoise, yellow, and green 40 x 30 inches acrylic, pigmented plaster, wax on canvas Ready to hang as is. Vincent Pomilio is master when it comes to color composition. His abstractions on canvas and wood panel come to life with the most brilliant, yet unexpected color combinations. This mid century modern style abstract painting exemplifies Pomilio celebrated technique of combing vibrant shades of acrylic paint, pigmented plaster, and encaustic. The painting's complexity is made possible through the use of multiple layers of acrylic and plaster. Here the artist begins with an under-layer of teal acrylic paint and then sections off each cross hatching pattern in varying shades of pale yellow, purple, teal, green, and turquoise. Details of gestural splatters of green paint compliments the surface while a final coat of encaustic medium creates an elegant, matte finish. The sides of the abstract geometric painting are painted a dark royal blue, so no framing is necessary. The work is equipped with sturdy wire and is ready to hang. About the artist: Vincent Pomilio specializes in all painting media, canvas, paper and wooden panel. A visit to his studio in the bustling neighborhood of Manhattan’s Greenwich Village offers a unique insight into the artist’s process of his own art making. The right brain dominates here; skillful use of color, shape, line and scale are discovered via intuition, experimentation and quarter turns of the canvas. Pomilio has occupied this bohemian artist’s pad since his school days ended at New York University in 1978 and it is here that he continues to paint to this day. Abstractions of color explosions are harmoniously composed using a combination of acrylic, wax, pigmented plaster and marble dust to build up surfaces and introduce texture. “In the end, the challenge is to know when to stop,” says Pomilio. The result is a stunningly complex and layered composition of color that one could interpret as an aerial landscape view or motifs that resemble woven baskets. When it comes to abstractions, the artist rationalizes, “If you see it, it is there.” At one point in his career, Pomilio felt he was struggling to successfully produce small paintings using the scaled patterns that was common in his work. This prompted a new series - the Big-Little series – which encompasses a study of big images on a small scale. By introducing a degree of ‘minimalism’ he could explore color relationships while magnifying techniques used on larger canvases. The effect this project had on his work flow was one of renewed energy and confidence. He could complete a painting much quicker than with the larger canvases, allowing him to try various solutions and expel creative energy in a focused way. Earlier this year, he completed the 100th 12 x 12 inch painting in the series. This exhibit will feature #100 (as well as #99 and #98), highlighting other selections from this series in addition to select medium and larger paintings on canvas. Vincent Pomilio is represented by the seller based in Hudson, NY. EDUCATION 1973 Kutztown State University, Kutztown, PA, BFA - Painting 1976 New York University, NY, Graduate Studies - Painting 1976 TylerSchool of Art, Elkins Park, PA, Graduate Studies - Paint Selected SOLO EXHIBITIONS 2015 Paintings, Lemonade Stand...

Colorful abstract geometric painting in various shades of red, orange, green and blue, with accents of white, black, pink and light yellow "Partly Perpendicular", made by Hudson Vall...