“As an oil painter, I explore the threshold between the tangible and the ephemeral. Whether capturing the luminous vitality of blooming flowers, the geometric poetry of cityscapes, or the intimate beauty of culinary still lifes, my work emerges from a profound connection to the act of creation itself. It is in this process—the layering of pigments, the decisive and intuitive brushstrokes, the unexpected discoveries that unfold with each canvas—where I find my deepest fulfillment.

My large floral compositions seek to transcend mere representation, inviting viewers to experience the emotional resonance flowers evoke. Each petal and curved stem becomes a meditation on nature’s delicate yet resilient beauty. In my architectural city scenes, I orchestrate a dance between light and structure, creating visual narratives that speak to the dialogue between human design and the passage of time. When painting food, I transform the everyday into the extraordinary, using color, texture, and composition to celebrate moments of sensory pleasure that are by nature fleeting.

This exhibition represents a milestone in my ongoing artistic journey—one that embraces painting as a continuous conversation between self and world. I invite viewers to pause, observe, and perhaps experience something of the same joy I find in the creation of these works.“​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ - James Eric Richardson