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Russell Brutsche
Jumpers and the Magic Bus - Contemporary California Figurative Landscape

2004

About the Item

Retro counterculture meets retro mainstream culture in this vibrant painting by Santa Cruz, California artist Russell Brutsche (American, 20th Century). The "Magic Bus" - a counterculture icon - is hooked up to jumper cables by the side of the road. Wrapped canvas sides are also painted - a continuation of the scene. Unframed. Image, 24"H x 30"W. “I’ve been painting since early childhood. I attended San Jose State University, studying under Eric Oback, Robert Freimark (student of Henri Matisse) and Sam Richardson, graduating with scholarship honors in 1968. I have since been in numerous one-person and group shows throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, and in Colorado, Arizona and Japan. In 2001, I had a one-person exhibit at the Museum of Northeast Nevada, as featured in VIA magazine. In 2008, my illustrations were used as book covers for novels “Iowa Terror” and “Guests of the Nation” by author Mike Palecek. I currently participate each October in Santa Cruz Open Studios, and other shows throughout the year.” “As a songwriter, I’ve performed in clubs and venues in California, Canada , and on Island Princess Cruises; and wrote and produced the album “Julienne” in 1980. My most recent release (2005) is “Restless Heart” featuring 14 original songs.” A copy of the CD is included with the sale of the painting.
  • Creator:
    Russell Brutsche (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2004
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JT-S50651stDibs: LU5422905991

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