Robert Mars: Two quotes that influenced this body of work.
• “Every act of creation is first of all an act of destruction." Pablo Picasso
• "The revolt of fascism and realism is freedom, which is articulated in the free form style of the Abstract Expressionist."
This new body of work strikes a balance between chaos and control. Employing concepts rooted in abstract expressionism, I begin with multicolored paint layers of loose and dynamic brushstrokes on vintage newspaper. Choosing to sometimes highlight and sometimes obliterate this record of events acts as rebellion to structure and order. The vintage newspaper is a bridge to the events of the past; anchoring the work in history. The dialogue between the layers of color; the events glimpsed through the paint; sets the palette for the final composition.
To apply order to the chaos I precisely cut the painted newspaper into predetermined patterns. Based on traditional quilt patterns from American history, the mix of handcraft and the meditation of time contained in that often overlooked folk art, these tessellations echo the backgrounds utilized in my representational body of work. As I rebuild the composition I keep structure, composition, and color in mind. The process of discovery and sense of resolution is the result of reconstructing these compositions.
• “Every act of creation is first of all an act of destruction." Pablo Picasso
• "The revolt of fascism and realism is freedom, which is articulated in the free form style of the Abstract Expressionist."
This new body of work strikes a balance between chaos and control. Employing concepts rooted in abstract expressionism, I begin with multicolored paint layers of loose and dynamic brushstrokes on vintage newspaper. Choosing to sometimes highlight and sometimes obliterate this record of events acts as rebellion to structure and order. The vintage newspaper is a bridge to the events of the past; anchoring the work in history. The dialogue between the layers of color; the events glimpsed through the paint; sets the palette for the final composition.
To apply order to the chaos I precisely cut the painted newspaper into predetermined patterns. Based on traditional quilt patterns from American history, the mix of handcraft and the meditation of time contained in that often overlooked folk art, these tessellations echo the backgrounds utilized in my representational body of work. As I rebuild the composition I keep structure, composition, and color in mind. The process of discovery and sense of resolution is the result of reconstructing these compositions.
Robert Mars: New Prints and Original Works
Chanel Profile
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
20x16
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
20x16
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Born To Run
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
20x16
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
20x16
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 01
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 02
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 06
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 07
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 08
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Works On Paper - Abstract 09
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
Mixed medium on 300gsm Deckled edge Indigo paper with UV satin varnish
24x18
$2,000.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Eleanor
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV epoxy resin
24x30x2
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV epoxy resin
24x30x2
$7,250.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Get Lucky
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV satin varnish
30x30x2
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV satin varnish
30x30x2
$7,500.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
Feather Touch
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV epoxy resin
30x24x2
Mixed medium on wood panel with UV epoxy resin
30x24x2
$7,250.00
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
For purchase inquiries contact Robert at: studio@robertmars.com
