Spectral Express 5 (2025) Digital Arts by Ken Grzesik

Fine art paper, 8x10 in
  • This work is an "Open Edition" Digital Arts, Giclée Print / Digital Print
  • Dimensions Several sizes available
  • Several supports available (Fine art paper, Metal Print, Canvas Print)
  • Framing Framing available (Floating Frame + Under Glass, Frame + Under Acrylic Glass)
  • Categories Pop Art Everyday Life
Spectral Express 5 features a vivid and dynamic representation of an urban scene, with a focus on color manipulation to evoke a sense of surrealism and intensity. The use of intense purples, yellows, and blues transforms an ordinary cityscape into something extraordinary, altering the perception of the environment. The architectural elements, such [...]
Spectral Express 5 features a vivid and dynamic representation of an urban scene, with a focus on color manipulation to evoke a sense of surrealism and intensity. The use of intense purples, yellows, and blues transforms an ordinary cityscape into something extraordinary, altering the perception of the environment. The architectural elements, such as the building and water tower, are highlighted in contrasting colors, creating a sense of depth and highlighting the structural lines. The choice of color palette suggests an exploration of light and shadow in an unconventional manner. There is a playfulness in the way colors are used to redefine space and form, almost as if the scene is viewed through a thermal lens. This technique invites viewers to reimagine the urban landscape and consider the emotional impact of color. The presence of everyday urban elements like the truck and trees grounds the artwork in reality, while the colors elevate it to a dreamlike state. This piece serves as an exploration of how color affects mood and perception in art. Imagine...Lights dim as a slideshow presentation begins. A narration accompanies the images. "Enjoy a colorful look at modern resource extraction aboard The Spectral Express. On it's route between Drill Ville and Chainsaw Junction the coal fired locomotive speeds on with fossil fuel power. It is equipped with advanced spectral modification emitters that visually transform the damaged environment into a wonderland of spectral delights. This serves as a diversion from what's really going on and keeps those profits rolling in. The Spectral Express goes a long way down the tracks towards the destination of making greed and arrogance great again. The nation of the wealthy by the wealthy and for the wealthy will be wealthier then ever." There is a round of applause as lights brighten.

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Degrees:. B.F.A., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, 1974. M.A., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, 1977. C.C. Photoshop/Illustrator, Lake Washington Institute of Technology, 2008, President's List for Academic [...]

Degrees:
B.F.A., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, 1974
M.A., Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, 1977
C.C. Photoshop/Illustrator, Lake Washington Institute of Technology, 2008, President's List for Academic Achievement


I think it's possible that beauty can save the world. Then will come a time when civility, reason and respect will replace fear, loathing and mad dog greed. Art will be life and life will be art. That's where I come in. I'm an artist. I promote beauty and creativity with an open mind and a love of nature. My imagery is built around a concept. After a central idea is established I explore possibilities within a set of creative and aesthetic parameters. From my perspective visual art is idea, expression, experience and process fused to create a perceptual synergy.
Nature has always played an important role in my art. In the late seventies and early eighties it was the focal point of several commissioned installations in Seattle and Chicago. During the next two decades or so landscape painting and drawing were my primary areas of interest. The work was exhibited in minor venues in Washington and Hawaii.
It was in 2005 when I bought my first computer and digital camera. The initial attraction was the speed that imagery could be produced. It was exciting to work at the speed of idea where the time span between concept and image was short. What followed has been a nonstop process of photography and editing. Presented here is an assortment of images that are a visual record of that activity.

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