Darryl Demps Jr. - Origin of thought
15" x 11"
Oil Paint on carved plywood
"Origin of thought" is a statement of pop culture in America. The piece implies that what is seen as popular culture today originated from black/brown culture in America. It is a woodscape, which is a burned and carved piece of wood turned into an abstract space.
Artist Bio:
Darryl Demps, Jr., a multi-media creative based in Austin, TX, combines painting, wood-carving, and photography to express his experiences and inspirations from life. With an emphasis on color, Demps aims to capture the energy of the subject matter— whether that be inspired by a person, memory, or feeling. He is also a theatrical artist, with a focus on professional rollerskating and choreography.Darryl has competed nationally, performed for various audiences, and teaches rollerskating locally. His passion for music and physical expression competes with his passion for the visual arts.
15" x 11"
Oil Paint on carved plywood
"Origin of thought" is a statement of pop culture in America. The piece implies that what is seen as popular culture today originated from black/brown culture in America. It is a woodscape, which is a burned and carved piece of wood turned into an abstract space.
Artist Bio:
Darryl Demps, Jr., a multi-media creative based in Austin, TX, combines painting, wood-carving, and photography to express his experiences and inspirations from life. With an emphasis on color, Demps aims to capture the energy of the subject matter— whether that be inspired by a person, memory, or feeling. He is also a theatrical artist, with a focus on professional rollerskating and choreography.Darryl has competed nationally, performed for various audiences, and teaches rollerskating locally. His passion for music and physical expression competes with his passion for the visual arts.
15" x 11"
Oil Paint on carved plywood
"Origin of thought" is a statement of pop culture in America. The piece implies that what is seen as popular culture today originated from black/brown culture in America. It is a woodscape, which is a burned and carved piece of wood turned into an abstract space.
Artist Bio:
Darryl Demps, Jr., a multi-media creative based in Austin, TX, combines painting, wood-carving, and photography to express his experiences and inspirations from life. With an emphasis on color, Demps aims to capture the energy of the subject matter— whether that be inspired by a person, memory, or feeling. He is also a theatrical artist, with a focus on professional rollerskating and choreography.Darryl has competed nationally, performed for various audiences, and teaches rollerskating locally. His passion for music and physical expression competes with his passion for the visual arts.
