JOHN SCHMIDTBERGER
“I’m very interested in economy. I compose with elements (shapes) and the way they interact with each other and the edges of the canvas. I like to emphasize movement and gesture across the picture plane, and often use marks to create a rhythmic pattern. Above all I use color in a purposely interactive manner, places contrasting hues next to each other to create vibration and energy. My important influences are Fairfield, Edward Hopper, Louise Matthiasdottir, Marsden Hartley and Rockwell Kent.” – John Schmidtberger