Robert is drawn to abstract expressionism, finding inspiration in the act of emptying his mind before each painting session. By tapping into his subconscious and conscious mind, he explores a wide range of emotions and intuitive impulses, from joy and excitement to sadness and frustration. Through his art, he seeks to convey movement and expansion, playing with vibrant colors, shapes, and lines while also incorporating black elements for contrast. Robert allows his subconscious to freely express itself, often adding quirky animals and oddball characters simply for the fun of it. It is only after completing a piece that he intuits its title, discovering new meanings that may not have been fully conscious during creation.
Since 2006, Robert has been a student of Stewart Cubley and his Painting Experience Workshops, delving deeper into spontaneous free expression. In one workshop in 2017, he painted a flying purple baby elephant with a mother elephant on her smartphone, which inspired him to create his first children's book, "Sammy ~ The Flying Purple Baby Elephant" (Remembering the Old Ways of the Elephant). This whimsical story is a playful commentary on excessive smartphone use, featuring a baby elephant who longs for his parents to put down their phones and engage with him. Some of the illustrations from the book are available for print.
For those looking to add a touch of whimsy and color to their home or office decor, Robert's prints offer a unique and engaging option. Each piece is infused with emotion, movement, and unexpected elements, inviting viewers to explore their own subconscious and intuitive impulses. Embrace the joy, sadness, excitement, and frustration captured in Robert's artwork, and bring a sense of playfulness and imagination into your space with his prints.