Exhibition Showcases Atmospheric Perspectives
through the mindset of International Watercolor Artist David B. Goldstein
For Immediate Release
Artist
contact: Arts
Council of Fairfax
David
Goldstein John
Dusenberry
(703)
354-5347 703.642.0862 x6
dgold@gic.net jduesenberry@artsfairfax.org
www.davidbgoldstein.com www.artsfairfax.org
Washington
DC, – February 2, 2010, Internationally recognized watercolor artist,
David B. Goldstein, recently back from living in Hong Kong, reveals the largest
collection of his artwork in one location. "Atmospheric
Perspectives" is at the Washington Technology Park in Chantilly, Virginia
from now until early April.
Of the forty-five paintings on display, some have been in juried
exhibitions, some were on display in Asia, some are being shown for the first
time and some are just favorites. What they all have in common is they attempt
to capture the feeling of a place. The subjects for this exhibition span the
globe, but focus on water related themes. They highlight Goldstein’s passion to
explore how our surroundings and nature can be merged through the medium of
watercolor. “I'm particularly fascinated by water and how it reflects color and light.
I love to discover connections and blend objects going beyond their natural
outlines to form larger shapes,” says David. “I strive to show the beauty of
the world that I see and ‘how things could be’ with some enhancement.”
The Washington Technology Park is located near Dulles
International Airport, but through this exhibit, you will not have to get on a
plane to experience spots in Kyoto, Hanoi, Krabi, Sydney, Hong Kong, St. John,
New York, or nearby Ocean City. David, whose work
is admired for its subject matter which evokes a feeling of escape and
adventure, has traveled the world to soak up the scenery and sensations of the
most stunning places. The renowned
artist comments that “art should be accessible and something
you want to hang on your wall because it reminds you of your favorite
experiences or an experience you want to have.”
The title "Atmospheric Perspectives" is a play on words.
Atmospheric perspective, otherwise known as "aerial perspective"
describes the illusion of depth where distant objects appear to be bluer and
have less contrast. “Although this is a concept that I utilize to simulate distance,
what is meant by the heading is simply that I strive to paint how a place
feels. I try to capture the intangibles of the atmosphere and express my own
perspectives of what it’s like to be somewhere special”, explains Goldstein.
David’s
style has been described as “representational” with a “controlled
spontaneity”. His compelling images
register as emotional and geographic reference points in the minds and hearts
of viewers.
By invitation from the Arts Council of Fairfax as part of their
“Art in the Workplace” program, this exhibit is part of a greater project to
foster creativity and innovation in the workplace. More information about this program can be
obtained from John Dusenberry listed above.
About the Exhibition:
The
works of internationally recognized watercolor artist, David B. Goldstein, will
be on display at The Washington Technology Park, 15000 Conference Center Drive,
Chantilly Virginia, 20151. This display is on the
ground floor, to the right of the main entrance and is open to the public
during normal business hours, 8 am to 6 pm.
About David B.
Goldstein:
David
is a native of New York and spends his time both there and in Virginia. He has
exhibited in New York City, Washington D.C., Los Angeles and Rome and Hong Kong. His London scene, “Red Bus” was published in
“Splash 9”, a showcase of the best of contemporary watercolor. David is largely self taught, but has studied
in the US with several prominent watercolorists and has studied Chinese
painting in the style of the Lingnan School at the Hong Kong Art School. David has been quoted on ArtistNetwork.com for
his unique techniques and his shows have been described in the South China
Morning Post, Where, Hong Kong Magazine, The Peak Magazine, Orientations, RTHK
Radio 3, The Jewish Times of Asia among others. He is currently authoring a
book on art and personality in collaboration with a world renowned author and expert
on personality types. His creative process, online gallery and films about his
work can be found at www.davidbgoldstein.com.