DAVID LOUGHRY
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announcement
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artist statement
Experiencing some variety is a kind of vast wealth.
an influence
The philosopher James Ogilvy's book Many Dimensional Man talks about decentralizing self, society and the sacred. We are moving from beliefs in a single self-identity, a single hierarchical form of society, and a single god, to more pluralized beliefs in each of these areas. Among other things, this has meant letting a plurality of sides of myself have expression. And incidentally, not confining myself to a single path in life.
symbolic violence
"She details first how her anxiety about being an autodidact, lacking the imprimatur of an ivory-tower diploma, was relieved by Bourdieu's work on the 'symbolic violence' imposed by the legitimating culture of higher education." - from an ArtForum book review (Summer 2005, page 115) by Pamela M. Lee on Andrea Fraser's book Museum Highlights: The Writings of Andrea Fraser.
art "career"
When it comes to art, my feeling is that in many ways, an "art career" can easily lead to unimaginative and dehumanized work. Art is far more interesting when created by people who are energized by a vast range of ideas and experiences in the art world, but especially beyond the art world. And there's no substitute for really caring while you are making something. In fact, caring isn't the best word. There isn't any word for it really. I suppose it's about really relating to a bunch of things that happen when you're creating. It's about relating in and across domains. Domains like your body, mood, energy level, your pen or brush, ideas, concepts, society, history, civilization, philosophy, your spirituality, chance, changes, people, playfulness, memories, etc. It's when you forge connections and alliances across many different elements that magic starts to happen. And by the way, when you view a work of art, be open to many elements, and it may amplify them within you.
So I don't have the typical background of an artist, but I do have a very diverse set of experiences and knowledge to draw upon. That makes the magic I'm after more likely to happen. A few examples: I have body awareness, skill and intuition enhanced by being a skier, a musician, and loving to free dance (as well as drawing and doodling a lot). I have emotional depth and people experiences from extensive reading and jobs and experiences in diverse business activities and social circumstances, from the quotidian to the extraordinary. I've considered a huge range of conceptual perspectives for different modes and models of thinking, being, and doing. The particular way all these life experiences, awarenesses, and knowledge get combined in the particular soup that is my life isn't easily knocked off or duplicated, just as it isn't for anyone. So this is an argument for why, and for ways, to be authentic. I hope your life feels rich, varied, deep, connected, related and authentic. I hope my work resonates for you.
visual influences and experiences
Here are some of my visual influences: Many different 20th century artists, too numerous to mention. Art, architecture, design, and art history courses at Washington University in St. Louis. Years spent as a graphic designer. Entrepreneurial experiences with art products (shirts, cards, prints) and my line of hand-painted ties and scarves. Being a salesperson in three different galleries. An interest in photography. Years of art magazines, gallery-hopping and museum visits. Living in visually stunning places, including Wyoming, Colorado and California.
other background
I began college as an architecture major at Washington University in St. Louis, and studied art, art history, and basic design there. That's also where I developed interests in philosophy, sociology, social philosophy, history, modern and contemporary art, and the process of creativity, all of which have engaged me ever since. I was a musician (drummer and percussionist) from fifth grade through college. My grandmother was an amateur painter and my grandfather was the treasurer at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York throughout his career – their interest in art was inspiring. In grade school, I made elaborate drawings of dragster race cars, as well as very graphic and colorful name cards for my desk.
I have a BA in mathematics and an MBA with a double emphasis in marketing and finance. My work experience includes marketing, finance, sales, consulting, public interest canvassing and graphic design. I've been an entrepreneur in art, graphic design, fashion and creativity.
a new venture
I just launched a new venture called proximity thinking, or ProxThink for short. ProxThink is a set of ideas and tools for helping people relate elements in the proximity of situations. I created an interactive website you can explore at ProxThink.com.
studio appointments
Studio appointments? Want to see work in person, or discuss things at length? Please contact me.
looking for partners
I am looking for gallery representation. I'm also looking for artist representatives and partners for products related to my work. Also, partners to manage things like this website, photography, and the office. If you are interested or know someone who might be, please contact me.
