Richard Lorenz & Tina Louise
OUR MISSION
It is our mission as artists...to 'speak' in the most authentic way possible.
"We are honored to realize our gifts in a way that has the potential of reaching the souls of others...impacting many in a profound way. This of course...is the true nature and epic power of art. "If the viewer is left with a new thought, encouraged to explore their own creative abilities, or simply refreshed or inspired...we have used our gifts responsibly ...and are honored to be counted among a long and illustrious line of creative misfits. And so it is...the creative spirit is our human inheritance. It is in our DNA. Everyone of us has this gift to create (each in his/her own way). We all have the potential for greatness...it's already in you.
"Don't you know...you already have wings!? It's your time to fly!"
We created 'Be the Bird' series as a reminder that each of us is unique. There is not another Bird quite like you. You are one of a kind. You are here on purpose...for a purpose. God makes no mistakes. What ever your perceived challenges are, remember these are the opportunities that define you...that make you unique.
It seems to be the most difficult thing these days (especially young people...of all ages), to find the real YOU...the person buried beneath the turmoil of this world. Our society seems hell bent on determining who you are through whatever means possible: TV, radio, social media, internet, music, peer pressure, social, Geo-political, gender, work, religion, ethnic propaganda...and the list goes on. We are so bombarded each and every moment of each and ever day about who we should be, look like, sound like, what we should eat, how we should dress...indeed...who we should be, that we may have totally forgotten (or have never known) who we are! The beginning of all 'Truth' is to know ones self. Who do you think you are!?
Rick’s paintings are of you guys! “I love watching (Bird watching) people in their natural habitat, going about their perceived 'normal' existence, unaware of the inspiration I receive from them on a daily basis. There is always that one Bird that stands out from the flock. This is the Bird not afraid to spread her/his wings. You know the one...big feathers, lots of color, quirky, a bit messy, insecure, but facing the world head on with an unwavering determination to be 'Real'. These are the Birdz I paint. The ones who make us believe that no matter what the circumstances, no matter the limitations, we all have the potential to fly above the madness and discover the real, authentic Bird that lives inside.”
'Eloise' - 'It's better to show your true colors, than to let them fade'.
'Alvin' - 'Alvin was color blind...and everyone knew it. Our world made brighter...with dear Alvin in it'.
'Pierre' - 'close to the edge' (of greatness) Pierre is a pirate without an ocean. He is aqua-phobic (fear of water). Not good for a pirate, right!? So...he has become 'Captain of the high trees'. Don't let an ocean stop you!
"Remember, no matter what your perceived challenges are in this life. . . embrace who you are...perfect in every way. Shrug off the labels, contempt, value and worth put upon you by someone else. Find your feathers, live your Truth, and most of all - 'BE THE BIRD'!"
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Together, Rick and Tina tour the country...exhibiting their art in some of the finest galleries and most prestigious fine art venues in the United States. "Stop in and say 'Hi'. We could be in your city soon. From New Orleans to St. Louise, Salt Lake City to Miami, Detroit to Tucson, Houston to Little Rock, Dallas to Omaha...and everywhere in between.
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Art has the unique ability to ‘speak’ to the soul in a way we can’t possibly understand. A picture speaks a thousand words…music is the universal language.
Art is, has always been, and always will be…man kinds highest form of communication.
