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Recent Activities of and on Alan Richards
About me
Alan Richards (alanmrichards)
I was born and raised in New York City. Although not formally trained in art I have been drawing and painting for over 30 years.
I am an audiologist by profession and hold a Ph.D. I have worked in New York City for many years as an audiologist and as a Professor of Audiology at the City University of New York.
I have always been interested in art and industrial design. My earlier works were done in ink and water colors, but in recent years my interest in art and computer technology has evolved into photomanipulation art.
I find that my artwork is a definite extension of my inner feelings
about a lot of things. It represents how I view events and people that are circulating around me, things that I see that are ridiculous or inane, social trends and societal warped values, getting older, media
hyperbole, and a whole host of other things irking or wonderful.
So, when I look at the body of work that I've produced thus far, I see a mix of satirical pieces, pieces of individuals not communicating with each other, or other scenes of solitude or beauty. It's schizoid, but it represents the feelings of this artist.
I like the satirical pieces the best because it gets out the inner
feelings I have in a humorous or whimsical way. The scenes are
sometimes bizarre, but (I hope) that viewers will appreciate the humor and the message.
I believe that there should be no phoniness in my art. It would be
nice for everyone to like my works but that's not going to happen. So, if an individual does not happen to like my work that's okay. It's expected. I have a great time producing the work.
Abraham Fisher wrote on March 25, 2013 13:29:
Thank you Alan for your very kind comment
Alan Richards wrote on March 12, 2013 14:15:
Francois,
Sorry about the name. I was so hung up on the comment that I called you Francis. Please forgive me.
Alan Richards wrote on March 12, 2013 14:13:
Francis,
Thank you again. Sometimes there are 10-15 photos in an image and sometimes only one says it all. Sometimes I can't figure out why it looks like a painting. In any event, I'm having fun with them.
I took a look at your work. It's pretty eclectic as well. The painting are really nice. I like the soft tones you use for the open road scenes in the USA. They are really good. I think that your style of work is definitely in line with what I like.
On another level, you understand my warped sense of humor. So that means that you are incredibly intelligent!!
Once again, thanks for the great comment.
Alan
Francois Foucras wrote on March 12, 2013 09:56:
Great job Alan ! Some of your photos look like paintings. They are full of humor and their composition and colors are well chosen. Your photos release a whimsical and strange atmosphere that I enjoy.