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Curtis Golomb - Biography

Curtis Golomb Biography

Curtis Golomb was born in Hornpayne Ontario in 1963. Growing up in small cities and towns throughout Northern Ontario, he drew inspiration at an early age from the beauty of his surroundings, and images of the Group of Seven. His frequent travels throughout areas that were painted by artists such as A.J. Casson and Tom Thompson, inspired him to pursue the arts. He was also inspired at an early age while watching a CBC documentary about Toni Onley. "I was very young when I saw the film, and was quite taken by the apparent ease with which he could create such emotionally moving pieces of art with a single brush and a few simple brush strokes. Clearly there was more going on here, and I felt compelled to look at this more closely. This was the beginning of my passion for painting. Starting with watercolors I learned that less is more, and to work with the medium."

      Both his acrylics and watercolors are best known for their bold use of expressive color, while anchored firmly with strong composition and design. Many years of experience now give way to the painting of his unique vision of the landscape. His watercolors are known for their vibrant colors and high contrast - not typical of what watercolor paintings have been known for. They are created on archival watercolor board and then finished with varnish in such a way that no glass is required so that they are framed like any work produced on canvas!

      His works are collected throughout the world and enjoyed by those who identify with an emotional response to their surroundings as the paint flows expressively seducing the viewer to participate in an exchange of varied texture, and strong color combinations. The viewer's emotional response that his art triggers, engages one to participate in a heightened poetic journey to places of serenity, and peace. His works can be seen throughout Canada in many fine art galleries.

      Curtis now resides in Southern Alberta, painting throughout Canada. He teaches workshops and can be contacted for demonstrations and quick draws on request.

Curtis has held Shows at the following venues:

The Charlie Russell Show - Great Falls, Montana
Artist Direct - Art Essential Show - Calgary, Alberta
The Calgary Stampede - Western Showcase - Calgary, Alberta
Center Fire Gallery
Fosbrook Fine Arts - Penny Lane
Gibson Fine Art - Calgary, Alberta
Alicat Gallery - Bragg Creek, Alberta
Fallen Leaf Art Gallery - Canmore, Alberta

Curtis Golomb - Biography