Scott Dykema

Big Chimpin, Original Painting

2022

Artist Comments
Artist Scott Dykema paints a portrait of a chimpanzee wearing gold chains. He layers multiple moody colors in various applications and rich textures. "The chain is the chimp's connection to humanity," explains Scott. He paints its expression as contemplative and caring, an expression of humanity.

About the Artist
Artist Scott Dykema creates colorful mixed-media figurative works, reminiscent of contemporary street art. This is largely due to the inclusion of spray paint in his arsenal of tools. “There is an extreme love in putting something down onto a blank surface, committing to giving it new life and finishing it,” says Scott. His work comes from the constant desire to simply create. Drawing inspiration from the hues of the sky, books, images online, or even spots on the floor. Scott first started out studying nutrition and dietetics but veered into his ingenious creative side by the influence of an art teacher. He demonstrates fanciful interpretations of cultures through multiple layers, and oftentimes metallic elements. In each piece, he presents a story that awaits the imaginative viewer. Scott’s studio is a charming 1947 Chevy school bus parked permanently in his Texas backyard.

Words that describe this painting: chimp, monkey, animal, bold, chain, gold, gold chain, texture, layers, glazes, portrait, metallic, jewelry, mixed media, drips, contemporary, pop, animals, pop, mixed media artwork, blue

Big Chimpin
Scott Dykema
Oil paint, spray paint, and gold leaf on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2022
48 in. h x 36 in. w x 1.5 in. d
10 lbs. 1 oz.