I just discovered the blog of abstract artist Philip Edson at Philip Edson Abstract Artist. I immediately felt a connection to his work and the things he says about it. For example, he says, "my real passion is abstract art. It allows me to use my imagination in a way that no other art form permits. I like to think that my art comes from within my soul and reflects a very personal interpretation of the world around me. All of my work is experimental and every painting therefore is a new challenge. It is this challenge that keeps me interested and motivated."
Under his favorite music, Philip lists "Leonard Cohen," who is one of the great inspirers of my own work. Philip just started this blog, but I hope he'll share more of his art and thoughts about it with us.
Two of the paintings he shows in recent entries that I most relate to are "convivr" and an untitled red painting with very thick, exciting texture. It is one of a series he is preparing for his next exhibition in Aliante (Valencia), Spain in 2007.
It is so great to be able to find other artists we connect with throughout the world, thanks to the internet.
