Art Saint Louis is pleased to showcase artwork by Brian D. Smith at 1224 Washington Avenue. For artwork sales inquiries, phone Art Saint Louis at 314-241-4810. Mr. Smith's artwork is presented courtesy of Duane Reed Gallery.
FROM THE ARTIST
"The act of painting is a vital experience. My art is about memory, imagination and the process of painting. Meaning in the work can be derived from specific feelings I have about nature as well as my responses to the art that inspires me. The overall effect of the paintings should be understood metaphorically.
I create intuitively to develop images that appear as a view into an imagined space. The arrangement of colors, textures and shapes are fundamental characteristics of my paintings which are integrated to convey a dazzling optical effect and a spirited emotional quality. The sensuous qualities of paint make these aspects both conspicuous and abstract."
- Brian D. Smith
Check out Brian D. Smith's website for more samples of his work.
You can help your favorite Pop-Up STL artist win a $250 Audience Choice Award by tweeting your vote to @ArtStLouis and hashtagging your favorite artworks. Hashtag details are included on showtags in each gallery.
Special thanks to U.S. Bancorp Community Development Corporation for program sponsorship, and to the
Downtown Community Improvement District and the Chicago Loop Alliance for their help with program development.
Metro values our longstanding partnership with Art Saint Louis. Our board members, executive staff, and citizens attending public meetings in our building can look forward to the best artwork St. Louis has to offer, month after month.
― David Allen, Director
Arts in Transit
We’re proud to partner with Art Saint Louis in showcasing the best of local art at the Laurel. The exhibit in our in our lobby is a striking welcome to residents and visitors alike, a first impression that promises a distinctive downtown experience.
― Amos Harris, Principal
Spinnaker St. Louis