Edward Lentsch
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Edward Lentsch Fall 2008
M e taphysical Magnets 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 76 x 48 in c h e s
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T h e P at h o f L e arn in g 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 60 x 50 in c h e s
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A n n ih ilat io n o f T h o u gh t 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 60 x 50 in c h e s
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M i r a c l e s T h at Pre c e de C re at io n I 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 28 x 28 in c h e s
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M i r a c l e s T h at Pre c e de C re at io n I I 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 28 x 28 in c h e s
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R e v i t a l iz e d Pe rs pe c t ive 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 62 x 42 in c h e s
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F re e Will 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 62 x 42 in c h e s
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M e t a p h o r an d Parable 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 60 x 50 in c h e s
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Re c t if ic at io n 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 62 x 42 in c h e s
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A t t a i n i n g High e r Aw are n e s s 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 112 x 86 in c h e s
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So u lm at e s 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 36 x 80 in c h e s
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M a i n st re am My s t ic s 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 44 x 62 in c h e s
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T h e Dirt y Pe n n y 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 76 x 54 in c h e s
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T h e So u l’ s Sis t e r 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 66 x 50 in c h e s
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Th e Pan ps yc h is t s 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 48 x 40 in c h e s
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H a n d m ade Mirac le s 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 99 x 77 in c h e s
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S e l f- P o r t rait in t h e Mirro r o f Eris e d 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 99 x 77 in c h e s
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W a t e r s t o n e o f t h e Wis e 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 76 x 54 in c h e s
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T h e r e ’s a Fie ld, I ’ ll Me e t Y o u T h e re . . . 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 100 x 80 in c h e s
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My paintings are derived from a source of contemplation and fascination with the wonders of an awesome logic that exists in nature. Having a passion for numbers and logical systems, I observe them everywhere in the things that surround me. I see an aesthetic order of compositional dynamics in wild tree branches nestled in strange and compelling arrangements. I see a divine order in what seemingly appears to be random chaos. This is what I want to imitate and emulate. To show the value of this Divine Order in its purest beauty is the inspiration that guides my spirit. Painting is my map to this place of reason and intention. from the Essay “Philosophy, Painting and the XOI Principle�
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A lc h e m is t ’ s Re as o n 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 76 x 54 in c h e s
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De fi n in g Sy n e c t ic s 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 100 x 80 in c h e s
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I was in high school when I came across something that has driven me for over thirty years. It came to me one day while looking at bowling pins. My idea formed from the numbers that add up to ten. I have given this concept of order and sequence the name “The XOI Principle”. To me, this is the principle that governs the Laws of the Universe. It is said in Chinese philosophy that by concentrating on the higher laws you acquire the power that underlies them. It is also a fundamental fact of consciousness that we take on the attributes and energies on which we focus our attention. So it is with my paintings. The XOI Principle is a concept that I have been trying to articulate in drawings, writings, and designs for over twenty years. The XOI Principle can be explained in a similar diagram to the baryon decuplet. By observing the points of connection you will see that X-O-I like the bowling pins, if placed in order of 1- 2- 3, etc., works as a unique form of algorithm, similar to Cantor’s Continuum Hypothesis. Both structure a logical system of infinite expansion and contraction, contained in a viable and logical matrix. Stephen Wolfram’s “Mathematica” is another axiom system that shows order in what seemingly is an infinite construct. It in turn organizes chaos into order in the form of simple and complex algorithmic systems. This universal order is also described by the Chinese in the word Wu Li. Wu Li describes physics as “patterns of organic energy that reflect a universal order existing in nature”. In the logic of Wu Li, or in the definition of a word, we come to understand synchronicity. As we understand synchronicity we recognize coincidence as the coinciding connection. from the Essay “Philosophy, Painting and the XOI Principle”
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Ku n d alin i Expe rie n c e 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 88 x 66 in c h e s
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R e s i s t a n c e o f t h e Arc h e d C o rd 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 50 x 60 in c h e s
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T h e P h ilo s o ph e r’ s St o n e 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 80 x 60 in c h e s
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I appreciate most the impact of the moment in painting, the magical place where sparks fly. This is the point where we experience the awesome potential of the chi in painting. The Chinese describe chi as a life force. To me, it is through this intentional force of spirit combined with a moment in time that our soul emerges in the gesture itself. journal entry
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Art am is 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 35 x 25 in c h e s
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C lo s e d Palac e 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 80 x 62 in c h e s
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R e s is t an c e o f Air 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 38 x 28 in c h e s
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Gre e k F ire 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 50 x 80 in c h e s
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W i n d s O’ e r T h e L e a 2 0 0 8 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 76 x 54in c h e s
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The principle of Singularity is best explained as the continuity of a singular purpose within a multitude of tasks and infor mation. from “Defining Synectics�
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At h e n ian 2 0 0 5 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 64 x 46 in c h e s
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Maj e s t ic I I 2 0 0 6 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 46 x 40 in c h e s
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O f L i n ear Pe rs pe c t ive 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 45 x 35 in c h e s
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He rm e t ic u m 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 75 x 54 in c h e s
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T h e L e m u rian s 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 72 x 62 in c h e s
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Em e rald T able t 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 88 x 66 in c h e s
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C yc lade s 2 0 0 5 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 76 x 54 in c h e s
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St ro ph y as 2 0 0 6 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 76 x 54 in c h e s
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For thousands of years the Jews have called it “T ikum Olam,” Healing the World. It is a deep seeded need of the human experience for the efforts of one’s work to have an influence that lifts people upward. Almost any profession, but most certainly the clergy, science, medicine and journalism have this most important virtue principle to their foundation. As many would say that art is about the need for self expression, I would argue that for some, the need for self expression is matched only by the intention to make a contribution and that however small it is, that in some way “heals the world.” When artists make a more cognizant effort to recognize this very important aspect of their experience, I believe that art as a whole will grow by leaps and bounds. When artists begin to embrace this idea that art must have a purpose greater than self expression, art will become such an important component to the human experience, that artists will again become the true visionaries of civilization. In short, without a clear purpose for our efforts as artists we will continue to fall short in what could be our most important task of “healing the world.” from the Essay “Cry of the Snow Lion”
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B lac k K n igh t 2 0 0 6 | p a i n t i ng o n c an vas | 60 x 50 in c h e s
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S a r d i n ia at An t e n o ro 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g on c an vas | 35 x 30 in c h e s
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F ro m t h e Ro s e w o o d 2 0 0 7 | p a i n t i n g o n c an vas | 66 x 88 in c h e s
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| Education | AcadÊmie de la Grande Chaumière, Paris, France
Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Minneapolis, MN Summit Academy of Fine Art, St. Paul, MN
| Collections |
partial listing
Merrill Lynch, Minneapolis, MN
Marriott Hotel Corporation, Rochester, MN; Salt Lake City, UT
Radisson Hotel Corporation, Chicago, IL; Moline, IL; Minnetonka, MN; St. Paul, MN Sheraton Hotel, Bloomington, MN
Smith Parker Law Firm, Minneapolis, MN
Sunstone Hotel Corporation, Santa Ana, CA Johnson Media Group, Minneapolis, MN Johnson Grossfield, Minneapolis, MN Midway National Bank, St. Paul, MN Sebastian & Associates, Eagan, MN
Ackerberg Group, Minneapolis, MN
Garden of Eden, David Judakin, Los Angeles, CA St. Paul Port Authority, St. Paul, MN Pfingsten Publishing, Cleveland, OH
Bennett Katz, San Francisco, Palm Springs, CA
Gary & Susan Grandmaison, San Francisco, CA Cornell Moore, Minneapolis, MN
Thomas Johnson, Minnetonka, MN Jay Applebaum, Minnetonka, MN Robin Johnson, Minnetonka, MN
Jerry & Judy Brill, Minneapolis, MN
Larry & Shirley Zipkin, Minnetonka, MN
Dr. Mark Wanderman & Dr. Chris Benson, Minnetonka, MN Marc & Debbie Grossfield, Minnetonka, MN
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Richard Schneider, Rapid City, IA
Mike & Sara Badaurer, Minnetonka, MN David Sebastian, Eagan, MN
William Strifert & Julie Sinykin, Minnetonka, MN Jerry Burns, Minneapolis, MN
Steve Kalin, Minneapolis, MN
Brad Davis, Detroit Lakes, MN
Ed & Linda Barresh, Scottsdale, AZ
Joe & Barbara Collins, Pebble Beach, CA Eric & Nora Rotier, Minnetonka, MN Joan Byhre, Edina, MN
John Martell, Santa Cruz, CA
Dr. Steven Plager, Santa Cruz, CA
Dr. Carl & Phyllis Maruzak, Pacific Palisades, CA Kelly & Elisa Thomson, La Jolla, CA Diane Keith, Palm Desert, CA
Henry & Barbara LaBounta, West Vancouver, BC Dr. Rodney & Claudia Wishnow, Long Beach, CA Steve & Pat Rosvold, Vancouver, WA
Bill & Peggy Cohen, Palm Springs, CA
Greg Garbin & Ken Denhard, Alamo, CA
Barry Berg & Scott Ellingboe, Minneapolis, MN Richard & Diane Cohen, Palm Desert, CA Irving Budlong, Edina, MN
Steven Freeman, Minnetonka, MN
Phyllis Sperling, St. Louis Park, MN
Larry & Barbara Sonsini, Palm Desert, CA Tom & Terri Burke, Plymouth, MN
Jeff & Carolie Lewis, New Ulm, MN Mike & Paula Flom, Plymouth, MN
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George Caswell & Karin Martinson, Minnetonka, MN George & Mary Sissel, Denver, CO
Michael Gudalowski & Bonnie Boits, Palm Desert, CA Barbara Fredrickson, Edina, MN Eric Smith, Cleveland, OH
Steve Andersen, Minneapolis, MN Eric Johnson, Chicago, IL
Richard and Lisa Rotenberg, Palm Desert, CA Peter Nauert, Santa Fe, NM Rob Brook, Scottsdale, AZ
Gretchen B. Ventura, Minneapolis, MN
Jim and Maria Cockrum, Scottsdale, AZ Bob and Denise Delgado, Phoenix, AZ Jim and Mary Piccolo, Scottsdale, AZ
Ron and Jennifer Dillee, Amarillo, TX Disdale Design, Surry, England
Dorothea and David Cohen, Scottsdale, AZ Jim and Mary Piccolo, Phoenix, AZ Terry Boden, Paradise Valley, AZ
Bob and Denise Delgado, Paradise Valley, AZ Dr. Ron and Jennifer Dillee, Amarillo, TX
Dr. Howard and Elizabeth Pitluk, Phoenix, AZ Jim and Maria Cockrum, Scottsdale, AZ
Francis and Fernandez Gonzalez, San Juan, Puerto Rico Dr. David Greene, Phoenix, AZ
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| Exhibitions |
partial listing
2007 OK Harris Works of Art, New York, NY
2007 Onessimo Fine Art, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 2007 Eleonore Austerer Gallery, Palm Desert, CA 2007 Hernandez Contemporary, Scottsdale, AZ 2007 Ogilvie/Pertl Gallery, Chicago, IL 2007 Gallery Moda, Santa Fe, NM
2006 Lanoue Fine Art, Boston, MA
2006 Modern Masters, Santa Fe, NM
2006 Hernandez Contemporary, Scottsdale, AZ
2006 Modern Masters Fine Art, Palm Desert, CA 2005 Art Chicago Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 2005 Flanders Gallery, Minneapolis, MN
2004 Elizabeth Edwards Fine Art, Palm Desert, CA 2004 Desert Wolf, Palm Desert, CA
2003 Art Chicago, Julie Baker Fine Art, Grass Valley, CA 2003 Windsor Gallery, Dania, FL
2003 Minnetonka Center for the Arts, Minnetonka, MN
2002 Palm Springs International Art Fair, Palm Springs, CA 2001 Elizabeth Edwards Fine Art, Maui, HI
2001 Elizabeth Edwards Fine Art, Nantucket, MA
2000 Palm Springs International Art Fair, Palm Springs, CA 1998 Atrium Design Center, Ranchero Mirage, CA
1997 Sidney Bechet Center for Visual Arts, Garches, France 1995 Gallery Massijiro Ltd., Fukuoka-Ken, Japan
1995 Minneapolis Institute of Art, Art in Bloom, Minneapolis, MN 1994 Scholes Fine Art, Edina, MN
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| Partial Bibliography |
includes references for painting titles
The Ancient Secret of the Flower of Life: Volume 1 by Drunvalo Melchizedek The Ancient Secret of the Flower of Life: Volume 2 by Drunvalo Melchizedek The Bible Code by Michael Drosnin The Dancing Wu Li Masters by Gary Zukav The Dead Sea Scrolls by G. Vermes The Divine Proportion by H.E. Huntley Divine Proportion: Phi In Art, Nature, and Science by Priya Hemenway Egyptology: search for the Tomb of Osiris by Candlewick Press The Elegant Universe by Brian Greene The Emerald Tablets of Thoth the Atlantean translation and interpretation by Doreal The Fourth Turning An American Prophecy by William Strauss and Neil Howe God and the New Physics by Paul Davies God is a Verb by David A Cooper The Golden Ratio: The Story of PHI, the World’s Most Astonishing Number by Mario Livio How to Know God by Deepak Chopra The I Ching or Book of Changes by Brian Browne Walker In Search of Lemuria by Mark R. Williams Living in the Heart: How to Enter into the Sacred Space Within the Heart by Drunvalo Melchizedek Mathematics from the Birth of Numbers by Jan Gullberg Morphic Resonance & the Presence of the Past by Rupert Sheldrake Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner The Mystery of Aleph by Amir D. Aczel A New Kind of Science by Stephen Wolfram The Notebooks of Leonardo DaVinci by Edward MacCurdy The Power of Intention by Wayne Dyer
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The Road to Reality by Roger Penrose Sacred Geometry: Deciphering the Code by Stephen Skinner Sacred Geometry: Philosophy and Practice (Art and Imagination) by Robert Lawlor Sacred Geometry (Wooden Books) by Miranda Lundy The Soul of a Butterfly: Refelctions on Life’s Journey by Muhammad Ali with Hana Yasmeen Ali The Tao of Physics by Fritjof Capra Wizardology: The Secrets of Merlin by Candlewick Press Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig
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