Frog and The Crocodile: A Poem and Painting by C.T. Rasmuss.

                                                              Frog and The Crocodile; Closeup

Frog and The Crocodile

Chaos Theory is string is long,

the scientists say is Earth to Sun..

Mankind hums his lonely song
“Where the hell are we going?”

The Constellations and Planets,

left to countless interpretations
thru naked eyes and human beings,
a constant and never-ending stagnant.

The crocodile envisions his meal

and fulfillment of insatiable appetite,

combating his infinite nasty hunger

for weak and lesser of constellations.

Skeletal remains of an angel fish

stops to stare at the intriguing frog,

who is nesting on his occupied planet;

this odd frog doesn't mind being studied.

He holds a seed, the seed for life, the life

of another planet, similar to the one

he sits so proudly upon; for time sake he

sits patiently, waiting for will to strike!

If there is no movement in the

constellations nor the planets

then how is it: that the crocodile

and this frog came to meet?

On a path, traveling from one galaxy

to the next, a darkened forced known

as carelessness treads along in a vehicle,

without regard for even it's own presence.

Frog and The Crocodile  C.T. Rasmuss, acrylic (2013).

A Jean-Michel 'Basquiatesque' Painting Surface

                                                     'Ode to Basquiat on Barnside', C.T. Rasmuss; 2011

He would often draw on random objects and surfaces, including other people's property.  I remember coming across the artist, Basquiat many times since 2005, when my 1st real art teacher in college advised me to look him up; because she saw some characteristics in my painting style that were similar to his.  This was later confirmed in my Drawing class at USF in Tampa; when my art instructor exclaimed that I had a "Basquiatesque drawing style". 

As I encountered this artist more and more through research, and also because Basquiat being the artist of many artworks I was drawn to time and time again, I was exposed to some of his most interesting techiniques, using anything within reach as well, but not just in medium any more ( like I was somewhat influenced by Pollock's spontaneous flirtations w/ putting what ever he felt like putting into his works of art), but the act of applying any type of medium onto any surface that could hold it, like the doors Basquiat would find and paint (door jam and all as seen below). 

                                                              Example of 3 doors painted by Basquiat.

I find my Ode to Basquiat on Barnside's painting surface (being rough outdoor panneling) to be most similar to the surface used in Basquiat's painting found below, on the left side.  I applied my applied painting technique and the pouring method to it along with things like the paint stir that was of no longer use to me, a paint lid of an emptied paint can and other misc. objects: a couple push pins and a dime I flipped into it that I found on the floor, rather than putting it into my pocket.  I'd like to think both Basquiat and Pollock would be proud of everything that went into the painting literally, not because of the objects themselves (Pollock) or the obscure panel I used (Basquiat); but because, the entire process from painting surface to all the other ingredients used, were completely spontaneous and unplanned...without rules or any critical after thought.  A true intersection I believe; where the three of us could meet, at a new artwork we all had in common.

                                                    Basquiat with some of his 'Carte de visite' paintings.

                    

Art Reviews of C.T. Rasmuss

"The work is quite professional in that the artist knows what he is doing with paint, makes a composition with a visual idea in it, and executes it well."
                     Prof. Peter Plagens, Hofstra, Newsweek art critic; 2008.

"They were hypnotic...The surface detail of each piece is organic and colorful, starring at them one at a time gave me the impression that I was viewing microscopic divisions of Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory."  

                      AEQAI.com, Dustin Pike; Jan. 2012. 
                                                             

ZipLine   C.T. Rasmuss,  Acrylic (2012).

                                                  

"...“contained chaos”, small (8”X12”), mosaic-like works…Probably a dozen colors, glitter and strings of tiny black and white dots swirl in what looks like a bubbling pool of matter from which all life will spring."
                                                             
                                     City Beat, Kathy Swartz; Jan. 2012, (11-17).

"...much of his work is abstract; sometimes viewers see shapes or patterns not seen by Rasmuss, leading to further discussion and interpretation."

                                      Cincinnati Enquirer, Sue Kiesewetter; Aug. 7 2012.

Classes in Applied Painting by C.T.Rasmuss

I am teaching the first class on my newest techinque of applied painting, this is one of many examples so far; the cost is $25 per 2 hr session(all supplies will be furnished); 1st class being the 30th of June a Saturday from 2-4pm. Let me know if your interested, as this will lead into longterm hopefuly, as I plan to write a book on the process and through our course work; to be published at a later date and the first ever on this subject/medium:) can't wait to see what happens...hope to see ya there;)  Cincinnati, OH-mailto:OH-crasmuss76@yahoo.com

 

UNIVERSAL THINKER  -  Art by: C.T. Rasmussen

Opening Reception:  Friday; August 17, 2012 (6-8pm)

The FCAC Art Gallery will  provide free hors

d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks, a cash bar

will also be provided for wine and beer.

Artist’s Statement:

I wish to inspire mankind’s imagination, to take culture itself beyond our knowledge of science & technology, in which we all can better live in peace. I approach it by using: neo-modernist and abstract expressionist concentrations; through the use of proven, new and mine own experimental techniques.  http://www.pjasmfineart.com/

Exhibition runs from 8/18/12 to 9/29/12;

Days open: Mon.-Fri 8a-8p, Sat. 9a-1p;

Closed Sundays.

This event will be held at the:
Fairfield Community Arts Center. 

411 Wessel Dr.

Fairfield, OH 45014

Ph. 513-867-5348

Artist Integrity

Kandinsky Trial 1  C.T. Rasmuss, Gouache (2011).

Repeating the past is a great pitfall to the contemporary artist, concerning his originality and artist integrity; especially when it comes to paying homage to one's hero, yet breaking free from confining traditions already set in place.

True glory in my opinion, happens when the artist is able to take what he's learned from those artists, that have gone before him, and display his new discoveries of beauty to a welcoming world...and without losing the foundation of the past, which his artwork rests upon.

Art is: The Human Act of Creation.

Side A- B/W Juxtaposition:  C.T. Rasmuss, Acrylic on foam-core (2013).

            The Dictionary's definition of Art is:  

     ..the human act of creation...

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Side A  C.T. Rasmuss, Acrylic on foam-core (2013).

I agree with this definition but may I also add that:  It is your Human Right, perhaps calling to partake, to some degree, in exercising your God given gift; of being Human! to attempt your hand at this beautiful privilege?!!!

Night & Day - A Modern Dilemma  C.T. Rasmuss - A technique invented by the artist. (2013-13).


As you've probably noticed in this blog, the Artist's portrayal of: 'Evolution'

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