CLAYTON JEROME SINGLETON
Paintings & Mixed Media
January 10 - February 10, 2006
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Artist's Statement
My artwork attempts to inspire viewers to develop their
self-abilities and concede to our incontestable connection
with one another. To accomplish this feat, I deliberately
bridge the gap between verbal and visual language.
Rearranging visual syntax, using drawn words and
symbols, and mixing media are methods I employ to
achieve communication. I believe this approach allows me
to use visual language in the manner we use verbal
language: an interaction of tangible and abstract experiences.
I feel many of my thoughts and experiences are not limited to me as
an individual. I feel my ideas, observations, and experiences are instead,
familiar among many people. We are a reflection and a result of each other
regardless of our differences. Our arts should explore, experience, then
express life from our own viewpoints; creating until our experience has
become our expression.
Biography
I am a 34-year-old visual artist from Norfolk, VA who primarily uses
acrylic paints and mixed media. I spend much of my time teaching visual art
for Norfolk Public Schools as well as writing, painting, and spending time
with family and friends. Working for Norfolk Public Schools since 1994, I
attempt to instill in my students an appreciation and development of the
arts. Since my first exhibition in 1992, I've exhibited in numerous group
shows and have had five solo exhibitions. I've published two books of
poetry and written a children's book. I'm currently producing a multimedium
art show coinciding with my latest book of poetry and CD, "Escape
from Freedom". I plan to start The BirthMark Foundation in the near future
where we use visual and multi-media art as a means to help children and
parents develop self-awareness, self-directed edification and discover
interpretations of life allowing them to explore and express their experiences
through triumphant creations of art guiding their lives in productive
directions.
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Contact Information:
Clayton Jerome Singleton
PO Box 12174
Norfolk, VA 23541
cisingletonl@cox.net
www.claytonsingleton.com
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