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About Daric Gill Studios

Daric Gill - Interdisciplinary Artist Interdisciplinary artist Daric Gill specializes in robotic sculptures & oil painting. He holds an MFA from the University of Cincinnati & a BFA from Columbus College of Art & Design. Gill has received multiple awards, including the 2019 Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Award & fellowships in Dresden, Germany, Cuba, & Columbus. He is an ICOM & IAA member. His work has been exhibited internationally, including in South Korea, Germany, Cuba, NYC, & LA. Gill is a full-time studio artist, former adjunct instructor, & runs a free online professional development resource.

“Absolute: Position”, (detail). Oil paint on reclaimed mahogany pie crust table top. 25 1/2” x 25 1/2”. 8.9.16.

Oil Painting “Absolute: Position” Explores Life & Relations

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Oil Painting “Absolute: Position” Explores Life & Relations

By Daric Gill

“Absolute: Position”, Oil paint on reclaimed mahogany pie crust table top. 25 1/2” x 25 1/2”. 8.9.16.
“Absolute: Position”, Oil paint on reclaimed mahogany pie crust table top. 25 1/2” x 25 1/2”. 8.9.16.

I’d like to introduce my latest painting, Absolute: Position, an oil painting on a reclaimed mahogany pie crust table top.

Four green leaves mirror each other, weighting the piece at the bottom. Hanging down the center of the piece is a moss-encrusted branch, showing off its thorny side.  A sprig of chamomile flowers grows up from the bottom edge. The flowers also reflect in opposition to the dead branch. The branch and the chamomile are almost touching tips, but not quite. Behind the natural objects are two translucent stripes. Depending on the viewer, one may view them as either dark stripes on a lighter background or lighter stripes on a darker background. Read more below…

[Process Video & Full Image Gallery Below Article]
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Painting Selected for Ohio Art League 2016 Fall Juried Exhibition

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Absolute: Contrive Selected for Ohio Art League 2016 Fall Juried Exhibition

by Daric Gill

Absolute: Contrive, oil on refinished red oak. 22" x 26". 11.2.15
Absolute: Contrive, oil on refinished red oak. 22″ x 26″. 11.2.15

It’s my pleasure to announce that my painting Absolute: Contrive, has been selected to be in The State of Ohio, Ohio Art League 2016 Fall Juried Exhibition. The FJE will run from Aug. 12-Sept 10 at the historic Columbus Cultural Arts Center. This exhibition was juried by Lisa Dent, Director of Resources & Award Programs, Creative Capital. Please join me this Friday, Aug. 12 for the Opening reception.

Columbus Cultural Arts Center
(139 W. Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215)
Directions Here

Opening reception:
Friday, August 12 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Exhibition duration:
August 12 – September 10, 2016

Exhibiting Artists:
Ginny Baughman, Ryn Clarke, Lisa Di Giacomo, Daric Gill, Morris Jackson, Kathy McGhee , Bradley Paskievitch, Johnny Runciman, Robert Studzinski, Nico Pico Train, Timothy Tyree, Paul D. Wilbur, Evie Zimmer

This exhibition is made possible by generous support from the Greater Columbus Arts Council, Ohio Arts Council, The Columbus Foundation, Bette Wallach Fund, Ingram-White Castle Foundation, Columbus College of Art & Design, the Mary Lou Chess Memorial Fund and the Renée and Edward Steidle Fund, and KEMBA Financial Credit Union.

NEW ToeHead On Violin: An Effort For Autism Awareness

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ToeHeads, Violin, Headless Horseman: Oh My!

by Daric Gill

"The Headless Highwheeler", acrylic and marker on reclaimed maple violin back.
“The Headless Highwheeler”, acrylic and marker on reclaimed maple violin back.

NEW! The Headless Highwheeler is a ToeHead painted on a maple violin back. It was purchased by The Pumpkin Pedaler Foundation, an organization that promotes autism awareness. This piece will be awarded to the winner of their second annual fall cycling fundraiser. The Headless Highwheeler can be mounted on a cherry base or hung on the wall.

“The Pumpkin Pedaler Foundation was founded to promote autism awareness, education, and research through community events in Columbus. Our goal is to engage participants in the conversation and call them to action while providing an entertaining background.”

[Register here to join the ride]

“The Headless Highwheeler”, acrylic and marker on reclaimed maple violin back.
“The Headless Highwheeler”, acrylic and marker on reclaimed maple violin back.
“The Headless Highwheeler”, acrylic and marker on reclaimed maple violin back.

Studio Visit Magazine (Volume 34) Features My Painting

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Studio Visit Magazine Features My Artwork

by Daric Gill

"Absolute: Contrive" in print
“Absolute: Contrive” in print

You can see one of my latest paintings in volume 34 of Studio Visit Magazine, along with a number of other talented artists. Studio Visit is a series of juried artist books with a national audience of art world professionals. You may also be familiar with their sister publication, New American Paintings (both produced by Open Studios Press). My painting, “Absolute: Contrive” can be found on p. 72 of their latest magazine.

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or download .pdf here

 

“Absolute: Contrive” in print
“Absolute: Contrive” in print
Studio Visit Magazine (Vol 34)
Absolute: Contrive, oil on refinished red oak. 22″ x 26″. 11.2.15
Absolute: Contrive (detail 3)
Absolute: Contrive (detail 1)
Absolute: Contrive (detail)
Absolute: Contrive (detail 4)