Medium: Oils.
Style: Kitsch.
Technique:
Painting strictly from life, I use the finest pigments and oils available in the traditional Dutch style of applying layer upon layer upon layer of paint to achieve a life-like quality.
Inspiration:
Drawing inspiration from nature, I seek to incorporate the intimate and sensual nuances of light that I find there into my rich and luminous still lifes.
Philosophy:
That talent, combined with craftsmanship and love will produce a masterpiece that will stand the test of time.
Art Background:
Studied art, theater, animation and communication in Colorado and in New York City. Have shown work in New York City, Seattle, Florida, Colorado, Alaska, Hawaii and I am represented by Oksen Gallerie in Norway.Main Street Bistro on Main St., and a new gallery in Kihei called Artsy Gallery. Also have exhibited in the very exciting Art Maui 2006 and 2008 shows at the Schaffer Gallery.
Birthplace:
Norfolk, Virginia.
Migration to Maui:
Raised in Colorado, lived in Seattle, New York, Dallas, Key West and Junean, Alaska. I moved to Maui in 1996.
Education:
Western State College of Colorado; Hunter College, New York. Have studied with Italian realist Dario Campanile (1999) and the Kitsch painter Odd Nerdrum (2000 – present).
Hobbies:
Aside from swimming, camping and hiking, I like to travel and visit museums.
Memberships:
Lahaina Arts Society
World Traveler, Digital Nomad, Small Business Enthusiast, and Lover of words! Originally from Austin, Texas, I’ve lived on Maui for many years. Currently in Los Angeles.
We just have met Brandon Kralik and we wish him all the best , he is such a nice person and as we can see an accomplished artist. Gejza & Nadia Cepela