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Jon Carsman
Jon Carsman was born in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania in 1944. Carsman found the source of his inspiration in the play of color and light reflected across the framed houses, streets and country
sides of small town America. His paintings synthesize realism and fantasy. To quote the artist "I want, with the woodland scenes, to create certain phenomena that take place in nature. I want to paint wonderful pools of water with shimmering reflections." Color is an important factor in Carsman's work. His pallet is vibrant and intense. Carsman isolates strong areas of color in juxtaposition with dark outline; the colors become crystallized motifs with a sparkling jewel-like quality. Color is the greatest emotional factor in painting and Carsman uses this device very successfully. Carsman paints broad areas of vivid high-key tones with a surprising effect that creates a dynamic interplay of light and shadow.
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