NOLAN WINKLER
CONTEMPORARY PAINTER
110 Broadway Street,
Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
Wednesday to Sunday
12-5pm and by appointment
Phone: 1.575.894.0572 riobravofa@gmail.com
I spent the last year and a half working/dancing between
abstract and abstracted representation. I am inspired by the
music I listen to, the poetry I read and life's wonders.
New work begins free of series then evolves into series work,
large and small. Or not. And, sometimes a bit of representation
is shown, sometimes not...Nolan
A bird does not sing because it has something to say.
It sings because it has a song.
Chinese Proverb
It is important the viewer know these pieces reflect emotions,
ideas, dreams...that we all share. They are quite personal in their
fashion. And if the viewer is looking for more than pure
decoration, I’m there with them. Though, having a ‘beautiful’
painting or drawing is also important to me. I use titles to lead
the viewer in my direction, but I wouldn’t dare to answer any
questions in the work. They are all about ‘being’ and not about
‘the way.’ I am a lover of the paint! Having worked with Nathan
Oliveira was a highlight of my working career, he taught me not
how to paint, but made me think WHY I paint and that intent and
content is all. Heartfelt and true…Nolan
SUNLIGHT IS LIKE GOLD 28x36” acrylic & charcoal on cradled wood panel.
“That’s me! Scuba diving or sitting in a darkened movie theater.”
BEEN IN THE DARK ALL OF MY LIFE 24x24” acrylic & wax crayon on cradled wood
panel.
“This painting is about finding new ways to be happy and
content after a loved one passes. Feeling sadness but also
grateful in time spent with them and somehow looking forward
in ease.”
FINDING NEW PLACES TO LIVE 30x30” acrylic & charcoal on canvas.
“This piece, besides being about my love of titanium white
refers to a long journey with a loved one (my late husband). A
painting of gratitude.”
28x THE ROSE’ 36x36” acrylic & charcoal on canvas.
“The water, the moonlight, the quiet strength of the sea.”
STARING AT THE SEA 24x24” acrylic and crayon on cradled wood panel.
THIS ONE, NEW DAY, 36X36" acrylic on canvas.
THE DANCE BEGINS 40x40” acrylic & charcoal on canvas.
SING YOUR SONG 18x18” acrylic & charcoal on cradled wood panel