
BEER MENU
1. Deschuttes 18th Anniversary Pilsner.............SOLD!
2.Lucky Lager (from the can)...............................SOLD!
3. Pyramid Heffeweizen.........................................595.99
4. Bridgeport ESB...................................................SOLD!
5. Bridgeport IPA......................................................SOLD!
6. Glacier Brewhouse Amber................................SOLD!
7. Midnight Sun Rip Curl Scotch Syle Ale.........SOLD!
8. Midnight Sun Kodiak Nut Brown Ale..............SOLD!
9. Rogue Chocolate Stout......................................SOLD!
10. Youngs Double Chocolate Stout...................SOLD!
ALL BEERS SERVED UP IN OIL ON HARDWOOD
It was a difficult task choosing the beer for this presentation. Everyone
probably feels I left their favorite beer out of the show. It was because
resources were limited as well as wall space, time, and manpower for the
exhibition. I was forced to limit the series to ten.
The color was very important when choosing the beers to be illustrated in the
paintings; I took photos of many more than what is represented in oil. The beers
chosen fit the spectrum best. I was concerned about making the transition believable
and smooth. I wanted the beers to look like they faded from the lightest pale
yellow to the dankest, blackish brown
The repetitious simplicity creates a visual harmony. Rhythm, as in a Beethoven
scale, the progression is even but descending. When placed next to each other
in a row the body of work exudes a larger feel. The wooden sides play a larger
role in the overall composition.
Although the set is great as a group there is merit in every panel. I do not
feel any of these paintings are weaker than any other. When you stare at an individual
painting you are not only appreciating the intricacies of form within the reflections,
but it brings up the connotation that this is a painting of beer. It reminds
the viewer of every other time they have been staring into a pint. What conversation
was occurring, why were you enjoying that pint, this connotation begins to slip
into the mind even if you are attempting to enjoy the painting formally.
Formally, Contextually, I am glad you chose to enjoy a pint.