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Ray Lobato

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Birthplace
California
Lives in
San Francisco
Works in
San Francisco
Website
Tags
conceptual, gallery, abstract, painting, studio-lofts, modern, mixed-media, Wood, 3-D
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Statement

Statement

My strong intuitive approach has me favor painting abstraction with partial figurativism. Using popular symbols, camouflaged imagery, and skewed dimensionality I form sociopolitical evocations about personal freedom, gender identity, and the relationship between religion and nature. It is my hope that this work will gracefully enlighten others to steer clear of the fears that stop us.

As for materials, right now I like the texture, rigidity and permanence of a wood surface. Stains go on transparently so I can paint overlapping layers that produce multiple effects and narratives.


Biography

Ray Lobato is a California native, born on Route 66 in the Mojave Desert town of Barstow, CA. He is self-taught in art as well as graphic design. Since early on, Ray’s exceptional talents in drawing and design composition have pervaded in his work. His Psychology (B.A.), and Sociology (B.A.) degrees from the University of California have certainly contributed to his sociopolitical commentary. 

In his lifelong passion for making art, Ray has enjoyed many successes in his growth as a painter as well as a graphic designer. In 2003, Ray renovated a run-down San Francisco frame shop and reopened it including a new art gallery where he curated many successful art exhibits showcasing local artists as well as his own work. His studio is in the Bay View District of San Francisco.

 

Recent Exhibits

Ray Lobato participated in these exhibits:

Oct, 2009 Brides 2B
Acabello Salon
 
Sep, 2009 Facets
Mina Dresden Gallery
 
Sep, 2009 Facets
Mina Dresden Gallery
 
Jun, 2009 What is Art?
ArtClubSF
 
Jun, 2009 What is art?: A Reflection of Ourselves
ArtClubSF
 
Feb, 2009 "Progressions" - solo exhibition
Pancho Villa
 
Click here to see all exhibits for Ray Lobato

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