Robert Ballard

ROBERT H. BALLARD

Robert creates a series of abstract images relating to his love of color and composition. These are organic paintings that are not pre planned but evolve as they go forward. His paintings are built up in layers of color and texture and start by creating a concept of a composition. This progresses organically until the painting is realized and shows itself to be finished. Since he has always worked in series, each painting builds from the last one in technique and color which allows the idea to evolve.

Robert studied painting at San Francisco State University, where he received a BA degree and The California College of the Arts in Oakland, CA where he received his MFA.

He spent over 40 years as a Director and Curator of public and private galleries across the globe, including founding the Govett-Brewster Gallery in New Plymouth, New Zealand and has exhibited work across the United States.

He is included in numerous private and public collections.

Since 1997, He has joined his wife Joan in owning and operating R. H. Ballard Shop & Gallery in Washington VA.