Thursday, May 1, 2008

My Grandpa

Howard Bradford
July 14, 1919 - April 30, 2008
Father of 5
Artist


He was a wonderful mentor and father to my mom, and will be missed. Grandma Delia will have to tell Izzy all about him.


"My point of departure as a painter is directed essentially to things around me: the sea, mountains and the landscape in general. Sometimes I bring nature into the studio."


"Although I am essentially a studio painter, plein air excursions are part of trying to extract some organic intensity I experience. Distillation of personal observations into a cohesive and singular statement have been my intention for many years."


Mike's favorite painting:

“Hanging Bird” via Galerie Plein Aire in Carmel

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