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Reid Richardson

BIO
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Reid Richardson is a contemporary painter whose artwork celebrates the journey of life through the beauty of trees and magnificent skies. His paintings convey feelings of wonder and serve as a reminder of our connection to nature. Reid believes art is about discovery, both for the creator and the observer.

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"Trees have innate characteristics that parallel human existence. We breathe together, sharing a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship. A tree resembles the human body with branches that outstretch like nurturing arms bearing fruit to give new life, crowns full of personality, and roots that dig deep within the soil affirming its rich history. We grow as a tree does, planting ourselves firmly in the ground of modern society and evolving with the ever-changing seasons."

~Reid Richardson

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"Through extraordinary visual imagery, Reid Richardson communicates profound visions of hope for the future and nostalgia for his youth. His distinct color palette, subject matter, and technique resonate with a growing audience. Having an appetite for self-exploration in a modern world, he intends to exploit the hidden meaning in the simple beauties of life’s nuances. His brush is attracted to creating bold images of poetic skies and surrealistic landscapes. His work has developed over the past years into a complex personal vocabulary of imagery that stirs emotion and engages the intellect. His work transcends the boundaries of any particular painting style, creating a unique beauty which engages the intellect as well as the emotions of the viewer.”

~Christine Pabst

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A graduate of Arizona State University's painting program, Reid now pursues a fulfilling career as a contemporary landscape painter and professional printmaker. Currently living and working in Phoenix, Arizona, his work has been exhibited in galleries both locally and internationally for the past twenty years.

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Exhibition History and Accolades:

2017:

*  "Transforming Vitality" a one man show at The Globe Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

* "New Growth" a one man show at The Signature Gallery Laguna Beach ,CA

* Gallery Arlo New Orleans, LA

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2016:

*  The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

*"Searching For Light" a one man show at The Signature Gallery Laguna Beach ,CA

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2015:

*  The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

* The Signature Gallery Laguna Beach ,CA

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2014:

* "Dreaming in Color" a one man show at The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

* Art 360  Interpreted works at the Arizona Science Center Planetarium

* The Signature Gallery Laguna Beach ,CA

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2013:

* "Family Tree" a one man show at The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2012:

* "Pathways" a one man show at The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM,

*  "4" a group exhibition at Push Gallery Phoenix, AZ

*  The Marshall LeKae Gallery Scottsdale, AZ

2011:

* Central Arizona College,  One man show titled:  "Still Searching"

*  The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM

2010:

*  The William & Joseph Gallery Santa Fe, NM

2009:

2008:

2007:

2006:

  • Interviewed for ABC 15’s Artist of the Week.

  • Solo exhibition at Anti-Space Gallery in Phoenix, AZ.

  • Commissioned by Italian Bistro Andiamo for their Restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ.

  • Art One Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ.

2005:

  • Graduated Arizona State University Magna Cum Lade with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.

  • Began working professionally as a Fine Art Printmaker with artist Charles H. Pabst.

  • Art One Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ.

2004:

  • -Art One Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ.

2003:

  • Exhibited internationally at the Art One Zurich Gallery in Switzerland for the “2003 Art in America” show. Was selected as one of two artists sent to travel to Zurich with the show representing the gallery for the opening.

  • Lone Mountain Gallery.

  • The Charles Pabst Gallery.

  • Art One Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ.

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2001:

  • Apprenticeship with Artist Charles H. Pabst. as his assistant.

  • Art One Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ.

  • Co-hosted an instructional art video sent to high schools around the nation.

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