Rich Ray Art

Joined Artfinder: March 2016

Artworks for sale: 445

(23)

United States

Updates from Rich Ray Art's studio

  • Article In The Brattleboro Reformer

    Article In The Brattleboro Reformer

    Richard Ray: The Soul Behind the Beauty Posted Wednesday, June 2, 2019 5:50 pm By Richard Ray Special to the Reformer It has been several years since my last gallery opening. So much has changed in the world and in my process as an artist. I have dedicated my time and energy to being a full time creator. The benefits have far outweighed the risks. My inspiration is a gift I am truly grateful for. Much of my earlier work was a struggle. This was a time of great fear and change in my life. Depression and addiction had a crippling effect on my soul. I believe it is the soul that yearns for creativity. If we are not feeding this beast it will find a way to eat us. My therapist said I would get mentally sick when I was not creating. Once I heard that, something clicked. Since depression stifled inspiration, the incentive was to accelerate my creative life. This left no room for the dark thoughts to enter. The creative mind does not micro manage. It is freeing and healing. With the help of my family, friends, priests, prayer, many doctors, several hospital stays and my higher power, I am depression free."My addiction today is art! It is positive and healthy. The art process I use has been the focus of my work for the last three years. It involves several layers of different colors and textures. I use my abstract paintings and photography to reach my goal with each piece. Technology plays a big part in my process. At first I was hesitant to use a photo editor program. Once I saw how powerful it was, and learned to mix the old with the new, I was sold! Over the last three years I have experimented with hundreds of layering effects. I use ink, oil sticks, pastels, acrylic paints and markers. Each medium has its own quality. I am not sure what will happen to the photograph when I start adding, subtracting and manipulating these layers. I feel I have developed signature digital style not seen elsewhere. I hope you enjoy my work as much as I did creating it! Richard Ray: The Soul Behind the Beauty exhibition will be at the Crowell Gallery for viewing at 23 West St., Newfane, from July 1 through 31.

    08 June 2019

    Rich Ray Art Vermont

    This is a quick clip to share a little of my life and art space in Vermont. 45 seconds.

    06 September 2018
    The Invest List - Spring '18

    The Invest List - Spring '18

    Investment value is something widely dreamt up within the art world. But not at Artfinder. This weekend we reveal the ten artists whose value has increased the most in the last year. If you're looking for investment then these are your artists to shop.

    14 April 2018
    ARTBOX.PROJECT NEW YORK 1.0

    ARTBOX.PROJECT NEW YORK 1.0

    Preliminary photos of my art being shown in New York!

    08 March 2018
    ARTBOX.PROJECT NEW YORK 1.0

    ARTBOX.PROJECT NEW YORK 1.0

    Two of my pieces were selected to appear at the ARTBOX. PROJECT In New York. These selections will be shown on the big screen at the Stricoff Gallery. (See Exhibitions) Very exciting news!

    29 January 2018
    Customer Reviews and Comments

    Customer Reviews and Comments

    SUBJECT: RE: PRINT ARRIVAL Oct. 6, 2017, 7:41 a.m. Hi Rich, Very happy with the canvas and the efficient delivery turn around. Thank you very much. It is sitting in pride of place over our grand piano in our living room and looks great. Best, H SUBJECT: RE: PRINT DELIVERY Oct. 15, 2017, 4:13 a.m. Hi rich The art piece arrived safely. Thank you, it a beautiful image I love it. Great work!!!! David Oct. 6, 2017, 11:11 a.m. Received the piece yesterday afternoon.. It is stunning! I love it.... My only issue is where to display it!!! If only the rest of our world could be reduced to such problems.... Thank you and love your work.. Joe SUBJECT: RE: PRINT ARRIVAL Sept. 24, 2017, 6:32 p.m. Thanks rich the print looks awesome....... thanks for the follow up SUBJECT: RE: PRINT ARRIVAL The prints have arrived and they are awesome! The quality is great. My favorite is Begging for a Thread. I couldn't be more satisfied.

    15 October 2017
    Summer Art Show

    Summer Art Show

    This is the promotion piece for my July art show.

    01 July 2017
    My Work Was Featured In Living Etc. Magazine

    My Work Was Featured In Living Etc. Magazine

    My Work Was Featured In Living Etc. Magazine June, 2017 Issue. Very Exciting!!

    30 June 2017
    My Artwork Is Live At THE ARTBOX.PROJECT Basel 1.0

    My Artwork Is Live At THE ARTBOX.PROJECT Basel 1.0

    Very exciting to see my artwork on the big screen in Switzerland!

    30 June 2017
    NEW SOLO SHOW AT THE THE ROBERT H. GIBSON RIVER GARDEN IN BRATTLEBORO, VERMONT

    NEW SOLO SHOW AT THE THE ROBERT H. GIBSON RIVER GARDEN IN BRATTLEBORO, VERMONT

    This is a collection of my latest portrait work.

    29 June 2017
    NEW SOLO SHOW AT THE THE ROBERT H. GIBSON RIVER GARDEN IN BRATTLEBORO, VERMONT

    NEW SOLO SHOW AT THE THE ROBERT H. GIBSON RIVER GARDEN IN BRATTLEBORO, VERMONT

    This is a collection of my latest portrait work.

    29 June 2017
    New Solo Show at the The Robert H. Gibson River Garden in Brattleboro, Vermont

    New Solo Show at the The Robert H. Gibson River Garden in Brattleboro, Vermont

    This is a collection of my latest portrait work.

    29 June 2017
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