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Marc Garrison
Marc Garrison
Mixed Media
I choose to work as an abstract artist because I have always been drawn to vivid color, moving lines and irregular shapes. My expressive art making process lends itself well to this freewheeling task of working more intuitively and less constrained b...Read More
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Fall Leaves
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Abstract Color Collage
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Tulip Trio
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Red Square
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Strings Attached
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Grey Painting
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Textured Flower
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Art is Messy
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Shapes Triptych
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Several Circles Collage
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Pick Your Planet
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Stand Tall
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Paper Art
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Frozen Branches
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STATEMENT
I choose to work as an abstract artist because I have always been drawn to vivid color, moving lines and irregular shapes. My expressive art making process lends itself well to this freewheeling task of working more intuitively and less constrained by realistic art making rules. My interest may have started years ago when I first discovered computer art and drawing programs. I believe most viewers are interested in my bold colors and attractive designs.
I like to begin an artwork with a drawing. Either a digital image created on the computer or a hand drawn creation with ink, pencil or charcoal . The next step is to add monotype ink and acrylic paint until the composition is integrated and harmonious. The work is topped off with a handmade wood frame which I consider an important measure in unifying the composition.
I am most inspired by the power abstract art has over the viewer. How people will project their own spirt and personal interpretation onto the artwork.
BIO
Marc Garrison is an abstract artist who works with both digital and real art making tools. He likes to work within the confines of both mediums creating a marriage of stunning artistic designs and painterly geometric patterns.
Garrison had exhibited his work at at Detroit Foundation Hotel, Lil’y Seafood Restaurant, The Art of Custom Framing and a solo show at Level One Bank in Ferndale, Mi.
Along with several private collectors, Garrison has his art on site at The Birmingham Bloomfield Public Library. Also in the permanent collection of St Joseph Hospital in Pontiac, Mi.
Marc received his Fine Art degree in painting, printmaking and photography from Wayne State University in the Midtown area of Detroit, Mi.
Garrison was born at Woman’s Hospital in Detroit on August 25, 1951. He currently resides with his wife Linda in Birmingham, Mi.
EXHIBITIONS/SHOWS/COMMISSIONS
Solo Exhibitions;
2020 - Spring - Detroit Foundation Hotel, Lobby show. Several my images are in the permanent collection.
2019- Two man show- The Art of Custom Framing, Troy
2019 - Solo Show- Lily's Seafood, Royal Oak
EDUCATION
BFA Wayne State University: Printmaking, Photography, Painting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
I have a career outside of the art world as a foodservice executive in the eastern market.
I am as passionate as any artist teaching or in some other art related profession.
ARTIST'S TAGS
abstract art, Mixed media, Collage, expressive art, Contemporary art