“Pileated Woodpecker” 2016 oil on canvas by Hickory Mertsching

HICKORY MERTSCHING
April 14th - May 8th, 2016
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In this collection of oil paintings, Hickory continues his exploration of manmade detritus and ephemera subtly colliding with the natural environment. Utilizing arid stones, vessels and sticks, a narrative of climate change, predator/prey survival, and commoditization of the environment is created.
Working in the path of observational painting and traditional still life, these paintings begin to evolve into artworks that meld collage, minimal presentations, and concepts of habitat. Brushwork is presented in ranges from forced illustrative techniques to loose impressionistic interpretation, that parallel palettes of modest mono-chromatic color schemes to use of chiaroscuro with bright infusions of color. All aspects of the paintings are crafted by Hickory in his basement studio, from building canvases, researching subjects, acquiring props and building frames. When not engaged in painting, raising his young children, and watching his girlfriend’s golden retriever, Hickory can be found chasing elusive trout and painting field studies throughout Oregon.

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