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Steven McHugh

Steven McHugh

La Pointe , WI

Visual Artist living and working on beautiful Madeline Island, in the largest lake in the world, Lake Superior. GO PACKERS

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Collection: Shields

You Are Always On My Mind by Steven McHugh
  • You Are Always On My Mind
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
People are crazy and times are strange by Steven McHugh
  • People are crazy and times are strange
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
No Way Back by Steven McHugh
  • No Way Back
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
Many Parts Equal Whole by Steven McHugh
  • Many Parts Equal Whole
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 25 x 1.5 in
Dont Ask by Steven McHugh
  • Dont Ask
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
Deep Within by Steven McHugh
  • Deep Within
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
Crown of Thorns by Steven McHugh
  • Crown of Thorns
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 25 x 1.5 in
Come Closer by Steven McHugh
  • Come Closer
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
Close Encounters by Steven McHugh
  • Close Encounters
Charcoal, oil on paper
24 x 24 x 1.5 in
 

As a mixed media non-representational abstract painter, I navigate my environment and daily interactions through an interplay of intuitive marks and gestures. My process involves layering, constructing, deconstructing, and reconstructing, resulting in a chaotic yet ultimately harmonious fusion of colors and textures. I defy traditional rules and embrace the beauty of clashing colors and evolving compositions.

Inspired by nature and my remote Island surroundings on Lake Superior, I find solace in the ever-changing light and landscapes that challenge me to constantly push the boundaries of my art. Trees and water are consistent elements that flow through my work, guiding me towards new discoveries and interpretations with every stroke.

I draw from a diverse array of mediums such as charcoal, graphite, gunpowder, sand, and more to infuse my artwork with a sense of depth and complexity that invites viewers to unravel its many layers. Each piece is a testament to my desire to bring beauty to the world and create something new and unique that resonates with others.

In my paintings, chaos gives way to order and clarity, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a journey of discovery and interpretation. By merging photography with traditional painting techniques on paper, canvas, and wood panels, I strive to create a truly unique and captivating visual experience. My art is a reflection of the constant evolution of my surroundings, my emotions, and my creative process, inviting others to join me in exploring the endless possibilities of abstract expression.

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