Work samples
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Einstein Todd Conway.jpg
Drawing inspiration from the techniques of a painter who blends colors on a canvas, I intertwine objects, forging connections akin to assembling a puzzle, ultimately forming a cohesive and visually compelling picture. The diverse array of materials, including dolls, lighters, wires, toys, and metal, contributes to the depth and complexity of the composition. It's my hope that my artwork prompts viewers to identify the diverse elements woven into the final image.
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Prince
Drawing inspiration from the techniques of a painter who blends colors on a canvas, I intertwine objects, forging connections akin to assembling a puzzle, ultimately forming a cohesive and visually compelling picture. The diverse array of materials, including dolls, lighters, wires, toys, and metal, contributes to the depth and complexity of the composition. It's my hope that my artwork prompts viewers to identify the diverse elements woven into the final image.
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Pink Cadillac
Drawing inspiration from the techniques of a painter who blends colors on a canvas, I intertwine objects, forging connections akin to assembling a puzzle, ultimately forming a cohesive and visually compelling picture. The diverse array of materials, including dolls, lighters, wires, toys, and metal, contributes to the depth and complexity of the composition. It's my hope that my artwork prompts viewers to identify the diverse elements woven into the final image—what objects can you find within?
youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLp8gzHo7l0
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David Bowie 2020
youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HRLyxg9axc&t=22s
I conceived this artwork during my period of quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Crafted entirely from discovered and repurposed materials, this piece reflects my artistic approach, akin to a painter seamlessly blending colors on a canvas.
In my creative process, I merge colors by strategically juxtaposing specific objects, allowing their individual hues to harmonize when viewed from a distance. For instance, to convey a verdant tone, I may position a diminutive blue item alongside a yellow counterpart, relying on the observer's perceptual synthesis to manifest the intended color (green).
It organized the objects I gather within boxes according to their respective hues, mirroring the meticulous arrangement of colors on a painter's palette. Much like assembling puzzle pieces, each object's form and color are chosen to connect with other objects. Some objects selected for their thematic resonance.
Each object is intricately interlinked, forming a cohesive whole. Collectively, these arranged objects converge to portray a tribute to one of the most talented and brilliant artists- David Bowie.
About Todd
With an extensive career spanning almost three decades as a high school art educator in both Baltimore City Public Schools and Baltimore County Public Schools, my commitment to fostering creativity goes beyond the classroom. Outside of academic settings, my love for art seamlessly intertwines with personal pursuits, manifesting in immersive experiences with both artistic expression and nature, particularly in my endeavors of gardening, landscaping and story writing.
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Marilyn Monroe Recycled
Pabst and Crabs and Pabst Dream
This artwork stands as the recipient of the National Art Award in the prestigious Pabst Blue Ribbon art contest. As one of two creations I contributed to Pabst. this image was reproduced into metal signs and is currently a collector item. The widespread dissemination of this piece became evident when, entirely serendipitously, I encountered it in an Alaskan beer store—a testament to its status as a collector's item.
The companion piece, titled "Pabst Dream," has achieved notable recognition as well, with publications and prints adorning various mediums, including an impressive display on a building, captured in one of the accompanying photos. These endeavors underscore the widespread acclaim and versatility of these works within the Pabst Blue Ribbon art collection.