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| Oil painting by Louisiana artist George Marks |
a social sculptor, a designer
from southern Louisiana,
and a favorite of Hello Lovely.
His work is represented by
Ann Connelly Fine Art
Claire Elizabeth Gallery
Judy Ferrara Gallery
and
Bremermann Designs.
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| Oil painting by Louisiana artist George Marks |
I adore the artist's palette...the aqua
color washes and transparency—
so tranquil, quiet and serene,
in their buoyant humility,
so mysteriously adept
color washes and transparency—
so tranquil, quiet and serene,
in their buoyant humility,
so mysteriously adept
at permeating a
whispery
layer of my soul.
whispery
layer of my soul.
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| Abstract art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
Is that not what fine art beautifully accomplishes?
The veil is lifted, and for a moment we are in
union with the cosmos
(and if we're lucky, connected to kosmos...
the whole of all existence in all realms).
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Morning Sky (this blogger would happily float lost in such a sky)
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His work as a visual artist responds to
the people, places, and things in his world
which can surely be rustic and edgy.
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| Abstract art painted on boxes by Louisiana artist George Marks |
But also soft and the fabric of life.
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| etouffe par le cotton, 1 |
"George Marks has vision, a key element for an artist. However, Marks’ vision reaches beyond the canvas as he strives to unify people in Arnaudville and nearby communities to create an environment that values the arts, the creative spirit and quality of life.
From George Marks, many have learned about the power of collaboration and high aspirations. Following George Marks’ lead, business owners and community organizers have all learned to promote not only ourselves, but all of the businesses and events of the area. One to one, Marks listens, encourages and is quick to assist others with their projects. Many of us now make more effort to aim high for ourselves and the community.
George Marks serves as a catalyst that sparks imagination and action; creativity and partnership. Marks could have used his vision and energy to further profit in his own career but instead he has chosen to remain in his hometown of Arnaudville where he can highlight the beauty of Louisiana culture and integrate art into the landscape. Many of us now have higher aspirations as we strive for our goals together. Life in Central Louisiana will never be the same, and for that we thank George Marks."
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| Nineneuf9...strength and frailty of the human condition permeated this exhibition. |
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| Whistlin' Mothers |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
He works with acrylic, oil, resin, and tar,
and the pieces take several weeks to complete,
depending on inspiration and weather
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| Whistlin' Mothers |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Black Cotton |
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| Powerline Cube, 2 |
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| Powerline Cube, 1 |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
The stream of consciousness and musing
here began with a glimpse of a single
photograph in Traditional Home magazine
with a painting by George Marks placed
in a Swedish inspired bedroom designed by
Gerrie Bremermann...here it is:
Yep.
The brilliant and beautiful work has continued
to inspire me ever since...so let's keep returning
to it and keep cheering on and honoring
the people of Louisiana as we do.
in a Swedish inspired bedroom designed by
Gerrie Bremermann...here it is:
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| An abstract painting by George Marks in bedroom designed by Gerrie Bremermann |
Yep.
It.still.blows.my.mind.
to inspire me ever since...so let's keep returning
to it and keep cheering on and honoring
the people of Louisiana as we do.
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| Cotton |
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| Minimal Landscape by George Marks |
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| Cotton painting by George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
Peace to you right where you are.
p.s.
I haven't forgotten about little Loretta, George.
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| Oil painting mixed media art work by Louisiana artist George Marks |
This post was updated November 2016.
To learn more about the art
and where to see it, visit his studio.
Further bio and background via
George Marks is a exhibiting career artist and lives and works in the small bi-parish rural community of Arnaudville, La., home to the NUNU Arts & Culture Collective concept (Arnaudville Experiment), one of 14 communities/projects included in the NEA funded Mayor’s Institute on City Design’s (MICD) most recent publication, Creative Placemaking and recently presented at a rural round table discussion cosponsored by the Arts + Community Change Initiative, Arts & Democracy Project, Center for Rural Strategies and InCommons, hosted by the Bush Foundation. He has been appointed by the Lt. Governor to the Louisiana State Arts Council and serves on additional boards including St. Landry Parish Tourism and Louisiana Citizens for the Arts. Mr. Marks originated the NUNU concept and is actively involved in the evolution of the project. In addition, he is also actively involved with the development of the anticipated St. Luke French Immersion/Cultural Center. He is the recipient of the 2007 St. Landry Economic Authority Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the 2007 Opelousas-St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year and the 2008 Louisiana Division of the Arts Leadership in the Arts Governor’s Award.
