Abstract Photo Art Of The Mundane - Dan Olvera

March 13, 2013 - PRLog -- ARTIST STATEMENT: The approach that I use to create my work is that, simply, art is everywhere you look. I have chosen photography as the medium in which to work. Photography has facilitated the opportunity for me as an artist, to capture patterns and shapes and to use these images to create. From an early age I was drawn to shapes that were created by light and shadow. Ordinary, commonplace objects are my subject matter. These ordinary objects offer a rich basis from which to start the creative process. Working within the abstract genre affords me unlimited freedom to express myself. Vivid color, illusion of depth and light and shadow are all part of my work as an evolving artist. Along with photography and in light of today’s rapid, ever-changing world of technology I have embraced the computer as a viable source of creating artwork. My hope is to continue to be excited and challenged in my work for many years to come.

ABOUT THE ARTIST: Dan was born and raised in his beloved hometown of Chicago, particularly in the Lincoln Park area. Growing up in a big city gave him a great appreciation for the things that city life has to offer: architecture, cultural diversity, exposure to the Arts, the hustle and bustle of everyday life. He earned a degree, a Bachelor of Arts in Design, from the University of Illinois at Chicago. His studies included fine art, graphic design and photography. During his time at the university he bought his first 35mm camera, which proved invaluable for his art and design classes. After many years of shooting film he, reluctantly, made the transition to digital photography and has found it to be personally rewarding. With more than 30 years of experience under his belt he has used film and digital photography to create original art. Light and shadow, vivid color and illusion of depth are all part of his repertoire as an evolving artist.

If you don't get a chance to see his work in Chicago you can see and purchase his work at www.crystallauren.com.