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 Artist Bio

THE MANDALA IS BROKEN:

The pandemic managed to bring the world to its knees because it irreparably shattered the mandala that we’re all so used to living in, it disrupted the familiar patterns of our lives, it overpowered the drum beat we’ve become accustomed to.

This underlying rhythm, in some cultures is represented by various geometrically balanced circular arrangements of colors, shapes and patterns. These  arrangements are often referred to as mandalas and traditionally provide a pathway to balance, harmony and peace

I began to paint broken mandalas, patterns that have been torn apart, rhythms that have lost their beat. I’m attempting to find beauty in the chaos that’s engulfed humanity.

I see mandalas in commercials on television.  I see mandalas in my dreams. Everywhere I look, I see mandalas! And now…here they are for your viewing pleasure.

And now for your viewing pleasure, Lamar's work

Current work at Fogue Studios

Artist Bio

Nelson is a contemporary artist, who lives and works in Bellevue, WA.  Seattle artist with an architectural background: in search of and aspiring 2 revive the spirit of mid-century splendor through the edification of art.

Nelson’s collages reflect architectural principles and design aesthetic.   Growing up in Juneau, AK, he gained his architecture degree from Montana State.  Nelson has always had a passion for drawing and painting—often spending time as a child creating art from nature and discarded items.

His artwork is inspired by a mixture of the natural world, vintage ephemera and mid-century design. Due to the pandemic, Nelson’s artwork helped him escape and reinvigorate his imagination—through “dreamscape” collages.  His artwork is created from all original items and mixed media for one-of-a-kind pieces incorporating an encaustic finish. 

Nelson's work at Fogue