Las Vegas painter Mark Shevetone finds humor and quirks in everyday occurrences, whether inspired by domestic life, travels, or local landmarks. Figuring prominently in many of his paintings is Belma, Shevetone’s charismatic English bulldog, who goes about her daily canine existence lounging on a plush pillow, longingly staring at the garden flowers, or sneakily pawing at the kitchen sink. Wineries, the Nevada desert, Italian gardens, marine twilights–Shevetone captures the glorious beauty of his surroundings. His latest series depicts Nara Park, in Japan, and its changing scenery across the seasons. Enthralled by the park’s rich history and captivating allure, he encapsulates its enchanting spirit with a playful touch. The colors are bright and upbeat, inviting us to find the absurd and perhaps a bit of whimsy in the ordinary. Through unorthodox palettes and narratives, Shevetone uncovers unexpected angles, revealing the deeper threads that connect people, no matter who and where they are.
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In my paintings, I find connecting threads throughout the world and infuse humor into everyday scenarios. Sparked by personal experiences and the observation of my surroundings, I seek resonance in our shared thoughts, dreams, and idiosyncrasies, weaving them into the tapestry of my artwork. I use a bright luminous palette to inject humor and color into the dull or show a different side of the expected. If a viewer stops for just a moment to reflect on a piece I have created and feels emotion from the thousands of colors captured on canvas, then I have succeeded in my work.
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