Welcome to the location of Kris Courtney, the Artist.  Simply stated, I have found an area comprised of creative, energized and contributing Artists in the Oxford & Middletown Ohio area.  Although some have studio space located in the Oxford Community Arts Center building, the collection of talent is not limited to that location.  In fact many are actively involved with the Middletown Arts Center located on 130 North Verity Pkwy, Middletown Ohio.

 

My purpose here is to expand and grow a presence as an individual Artist and allow an additional avenue of expression.  Contained inside these pages you will find insight knowledge to the specific Artist medium, genre and available services.  Each description, explanation or graphic content is contributed to allow unique distinction between talents.  My work is done as a hobby primarily that gives me a spiritual, personal, mental escape from the confines surrounding.  Awards include local and abroad from years ago to most recently 2007.

 

Although my body has failed me in many ways, my mind has become a vehicle that is expressed by means of a canvas.  It is my hope and desire to continue this avenue of expression, communication or literal display as long as the “Ole Man upstairs” will allow me.  Please be sure to roam, search and pause at the images you may find here.  With each you can discover and find that freedom of expression that lives deep inside each of us.  Feel free to inquire about available prints or commissions.

 

I am self supporting in my efforts and invite you to visit our studios on the second Friday of each month at the OCAC.  We organize snacks and beverage for our guests and encourage all to attend.

 

Thank you, see you soon...

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In Memoriam

STEVE PERUCCA

11-26-1941 to 5-26-2008

 

 

Steve’s resume of accomplishments and awards is lengthy and his artist statement reads as follows: “The work is a statement of my identity; it is a by-product of my sensitivity of a certain time and space. In my work I deal with realities, these are of my own choice and are never one, or exist alone. Some qualities strove for are concept, vitality and variability of visual focus. My vision is not generalized by deals with my concepts and experiences. The work reflects these, but with the promise-always the promise. Making art is the justification for my being. For whom do I make it?  For those who approach it for a process of sensitivity and personal growth.”

The only thing left to say is:

“Thank You Steve – we will miss you!”

Personal Note:  Sometimes through this journey you will run across people who may strike you as different, perhaps even outside your circle of understanding.  I have grown to admire and challenge myself at times to understand such individuals.  My artistic efforts began a longtime ago but it was in the recent 6 years that I began to understand the value, constraints and purpose of what Art is meant to become through the mentoring of Steve Perucca.  He was my mentor and friend, he changed my life.  His harsh words of instruction and guidance are a staple of my efforts.  I will always, without reservation, flip my paintings upside down to find the hidden story...