Artist Thomas Campbell
I’ve had some computer issues with my Mac for the past 24 hours that prevented me from blogging but now it all seems to be fine for the moment so I’m racing to get some posts in because I have so much to say! All of these things are bottled up and I have to blog or else I’ll burst. The signs of a true blogging addiction, I know…
First of all, I have to thank those of you who have registered for the upcoming Blogging Your Way e-class, I am super excited and can’t wait to meet all of my new students in less than two weeks online. It will be a great class and I’m ready to go because I have so much to share and I want to do the class before my book launches as I know after that, I’ll be busy for awhile. How are you doing? Are you well?
Now let’s talk about all of this beautiful art that you’re seeing around my words… How fabulous is this stuff? I’d like to introduce you to the wonderful work of an artist that I found through a painting class I’m currently in called Get Your Paint On, his name is Thomas Campbell and his paintings are beyond inspiring… they are awe-inspiring works that takes you to your happy place and invites you to stay awhile.
I like how he uses paper, thread, paint, his sewing machine… and creates these most dazzling abstract works that really pop (sorry, I know some of you hate the word “pop” thanks to television design shows, but it’s the best word for this I swear!) in some of the most beautiful colorways. In fact, his use of color is what drew me in at first, but as I looked a bit deeper I enjoyed seeing how he uses color — bright pure hues to catch the eye and muted ones that give his work more depth.
To learn more about Thomas, please check out an interview that SLAP skateboard magazine had with him — it’s very thorough and you can even find some videos on the site about him.
Oh…in case you’re wondering about this painting class that I mentioned above… Well I’m learning so much about art in general through Mati & Lisa’s class, if you have a chance to take it when they do another one you totally should, it’s fun. I’m definitely registering for their next one. I’m determined to get back into painting because it is so relaxing plus I want to learn more about layering in collage work and needed the general push that this class gives me. Anyway, Mati and Lisa if you are reading this, thanks for the intro to Thomas!
(images: thomas campbell)
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February 16th, 2011 at 5:46pm
Thanks for the link to the painting class. I hope they offer another one soon, I’m really interested in taking it.
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February 16th, 2011 at 5:52pm
His work is beautiful! I’ve always really loved multi-media artists. The layers and textures are just so interesting to look at.
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February 16th, 2011 at 6:07pm
Wow, this is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing this with us!!
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February 16th, 2011 at 6:11pm
I love his work, it is beautiful! Good luck with your book and your mac problems… hope they get worked out.
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February 16th, 2011 at 6:44pm
Thank you to introduce Thomas Campbell. It´s a gain to get to know his work.
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February 16th, 2011 at 6:49pm
Now this I LOVE! Bright and colorful~
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February 16th, 2011 at 7:05pm
I’m taking it too! So fun! I wish I had more time to paint!
February 16th, 2011 at 7:22pm
I absolutely adore his work! This makes me want to get my sewing machine up and running…
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February 16th, 2011 at 7:26pm
Wow! Those are absolutely stunning and so creative. Thank you for sharing!
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February 16th, 2011 at 8:40pm
I love Thomas Campbell. If you like his art, You should check out Sprout – one of his surf films. Even if you don’t surf, like me, it is like an audio/visual experience of one of his paintings -and it has a phenomenal soundtrack…
February 16th, 2011 at 9:36pm
ohhh yes! i did some research on thomas campbell back in school… his work is awesome, and his lifestyle is great too. nice feature :)
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February 16th, 2011 at 9:36pm
ps i second jenna’s sprout comment!
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February 16th, 2011 at 10:22pm
Oh Wow, yes i saw the picture of his work that Mati showed in the class blog. How nice Holly that we are in the same class together :)) Have you already put any paintings up in the (closed)Flickr group? I would so Love to see yours :))
I’m so happy with this class ‘Get your paint on’! I just can go on and on about how much it fires me up and inspires to try new things. And i also learn so much from everyone else who is taking this class…..There are some fabulous painters participating. And let me tell you, we have the most fabulous instructors. Mati & Lisa!
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February 17th, 2011 at 12:14am
wow, beautiful work!
i keep hearing great things about this course, sounds like so much fun.
enjoy your painting :)
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February 17th, 2011 at 5:39am
WOW! I really needed this type of inspiration! Thank You for introducing him to your loyal readers:)
February 17th, 2011 at 8:30am
Thank you for sharing his work with us – I’m completely sucked in by it. Mixed media arts fascinate me – so much depth. But it’s the colour that pulls me right in here. Love it.
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February 17th, 2011 at 1:18pm
i LOVE thomas campbell’s work, he is a real inspiration for color, texture and technique. thanks for this post holly!
February 17th, 2011 at 1:27pm
Such a colorful work. I love mixed media art.
I collect tones of paper to transform them into collages
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February 17th, 2011 at 2:13pm
i have been a long time fan! i’m so happy you featured him!
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February 17th, 2011 at 6:34pm
I am so taking the next class with you!!! And thank you for sharing this artist with all of us. I am beyond inspired just staring at his work and I just checked out his website and ended up watching a video and staring some more. AMAZING. Thank you Holly Becker!!!!!
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February 17th, 2011 at 6:49pm
@Leslie – You are welcome you amazing lady, you! xooxox Yes take it with me, it’s a fun class though I’ve only had a second to read through the materials and haven’t lifted a single paint brush BUT I feel THISCLOSE to experimenting this weekend!!!
February 18th, 2011 at 1:57am
Thomas’ work is amazing. Love the colors; How the paintings appear alive with feeling and sound.
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February 18th, 2011 at 8:12am
Love Thomas Campbell too!
Blaine Fontana is another artist you might enjoy as well.
I’m also taking the class. It’s been the push I needed to do something I’ve been wanting to for ages.
February 19th, 2011 at 8:05pm
Hello. I am in class with you. I learned about thomas campbell’s work awhile back and I too was instantly in love. He is so great with color. Mati and Lisa are doing a great job and I can’t wait for part 2!
Have a great weekend and I hope you get to pick up your paint brush soon!
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February 21st, 2011 at 5:14pm
Wow, these are truly inspiring and right up my alley! These pieces are sure to put you in a good mood.
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March 6th, 2011 at 1:59pm
Wowwee!! Love his work! He sure has an eye for color and pattern, doesn’t he? So cool!!!
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March 22nd, 2011 at 10:07pm
Love his style!!! It would be cool if we could take a class on that also!!! ( The collages of paper!)
Thanks for sharing!! PICK UP THE BRUSH!!! You will be SOOO happy you did!
April 26th, 2011 at 9:16am
You should watch his surf film Sprout… Shot on beautiful 16mm film….