Leather Paintings

"On a Clear Day" is an acrylic painting of an abstracted, dream-like landscape on leather mounted on MDF panel. The work itself is 24" x 22", framed to 24.5" x 22.5" in a narrow, sim...

Simone Theelen, a dynamic and exploratory artist born in 1963. embarks on a continuous journey of creativity and discovery in her studio, where chaos an...

"Every Time I Feel the Spirit" is a collage / painting created from acrylic and collage on leather mounted on MDF panel with predominant blue. The work itse...

Simone Theelen, a dynamic and exploratory artist born in 1963. embarks on a continuous journey of creativity and discovery in her studio, where chaos an...

Simone Theelen, a dynamic and exploratory artist born in 1963. embarks on a continuous journey of creativity and discovery in her studio, where chaos an...

The artwork, created on an 8 mm plywood base, captivates with its textures and interplay of materials. The upper part is crafted from high-quality faux leather, resembling soft, flow...

Primitive black strokes, wild and chaotic, pierce through the light natural leather, creating an atmosphere of ancient mysteries. Green accents add depth, conveying the essence of th...

"In The Nick Of Time" is an abstract collage / painting created from acrylic and found objects on leather mounted on round MDF panel. The work itself is 20" diameter, framed to 23" diameter in a wide, dark brown round wooden frame with two bronze painted rings. It includes several photograph of figures. It is signed and dated along the lower edge. PROVENANCE: Exhibited in "Portals + Revelations: Richard J. Watson," the African American Museum in Philadelphia, Oct 2021 - Mar 2022. "Most of my works are supported by memories of the past and suggested realities. Issues of social politics, ancestral references, and astral projections are presented with fragmented elements of 'real life' collaged and collapsed, as dreams are prone to do. If connections are made, all the better. I feel that life should remind us of our dreams." - Richard J. Watson Richard J. Watson is an icon in the Philadelphia art world. Much of his work relates to his experiences as a Black African American man. He is a graduate of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (1968), has taught at his alma mater, and has served in the Exhibitions Department at the African American Museum in Philadelphia since the 1980s. He has been exhibiting his work for decades, and has an extensive bibliography. His work is held in the Petrucci Family Foundation Collection of African American Art; the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts; the Uniworld Corporation; Sony; the Federal Reserve Bank; the City of Philadelphia; Sprint; the Church of the Advocate; the poet Dr. Sonia Sanchez; and the Woodmere Museum...

"Night Watchers" is a collage / painting created from acrylic and collage on leather mounted on MDF panel with predominant red / pink / orange. The work itself is 24" x 22", framed to 24.5" x 22.5" in a narrow, simple black metal frame. It includes several photograph of Black figures. It is signed and dated along the lower edge. This is one of a series of five works -- see image gallery for additional works in the series. Each is listed separately on IstDibs, but I will combine shipping for multiple purchases. PROVENANCE: Exhibited in "Portals + Revelations: Richard J. Watson," the African American Museum in Philadelphia, PA, Oct 2021 - Mar 2022 & "And the Beat Goes On," Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery, Lebanon Valley College, Annville, PA, Sept - Oct 2022. "Most of my works are supported by memories of the past and suggested realities. Issues of social politics, ancestral references, and astral projections are presented with fragmented elements...

A massive abstract bull's head, distorted and fragmented. Powerful geometric forms and dynamic lines convey internal rage and untamed strength. A self-portrait in its most extreme form.

"Puppeteer": This abstract piece on natural leather features a central figure controlling the entire composition, symbolizing manipulation and influence. The intricate design conveys...

"Mad House 3" — is an entirely different world: sharp, restless lines, deep, unsettling tones, and chaotic energy. This is more than just a painting; it reflects two poles — calm and...

On natural leather, black and violet hues form a complex depiction of a king's head. The tangled strokes convey a sense of authority and depth. This piece symbolizes the power and my...

Primitive black strokes, wild and chaotic, pierce through the light natural leather, creating an atmosphere of ancient mysteries. Green accents add depth, conveying the essence of th...

Primitive black lines and strokes with deep burgundy accents create a powerful composition. A cross, eyes, and swirling mouth convey panic and intensity. Handcrafted on natural leath...

An abstract expressionist painting created during the war in Ukraine. Dominated by intense purple, red, and black tones, it captures the tension and aggression of the times through c...

Intense blue lines and sharp forms evoke chaos and internal tension, reflecting profound emotional turbulence.

Artist Commentary: In February of 2013, I was driving around Pasadena, CA. I went down a small street and came face to face with a painted garage door. Whatever images had been paint...

Artist Commentary: This piece is based on the "deconstruction" of an image I captured when on a trip to Lancaster, CA to observe hills covered with poppies. I synthesized the basic e...

"Skittles & Riddles" is a collage / painting created from acrylic and collage on leather mounted on MDF panel with predominant blue. The work itself is 24" x 22", framed to 24.5" x 2...

"Gatekeeper" is a collage / painting created from acrylic and collage on leather mounted on MDF panel with yellow background. The work itself is 24" x 22", framed to 24.5" x 22.5" in a narrow, simple dark wooden frame. It includes several photograph of Black figures. It is signed and dated along the lower edge. This is one of a series of four works -- see image gallery for additional works in the series. Each is listed separately on IstDibs, but I will combine shipping for multiple purchases. PROVENANCE: Exhibited in "Portals + Revelations: Richard J. Watson," the African American Museum in Philadelphia, PA, Oct 2021 - Mar 2022 & "And the Beat Goes On," Suzanne H. Arnold Gallery, Lebanon Valley College, Annville, PA, Sept - Oct 2022. "Most of my works are supported by memories of the past and suggested realities. Issues of social politics, ancestral references, and astral projections are presented with fragmented elements...

Artist Commentary: This piece was inspired by a richly splattered construction dumpster. Sections of it reminded me of work by Robert Rauschenberg which I have often admired. I have...