Book-Shelf series. -Dan Zybala

"In a culture of creation, I stay blinded by the lights" - Dan Zybala

The authentic expression of art founded a need for telling a story, whether in colour, shape, line or form. Exploring details of my current work, I find the resemblance of old masters who study the ideals of "still life". During the painting stage the principles of design acquire a sense of balance in the composition of all artworks. By simply assorting black and white space to particular divisions on the canvas I can impressionize the colours of radiant presence. The books remain still as though standing in a posture that is to be photographed. When the ornaments and things balance out the background, the foreground ensembles a focal point of action to excite the mind and eyes. The chosen items prove to create a narrative of the artist, poet, and writers sense of life amongst the painted setting.