In my studio: Van Morrison sings, “It's too late to stop now”... as the music plays those lyrics come into focus, while I'm thinking to myself, “what's this group of paintings about? Fuck, what's all of this about?

Sometimes I feel like Captain Ahab looking for Moby Dick. Willing to forgo any thought of what may lay in the wake of my obsession. Being my physical self or my personal life so I can get lost in a world of my creations? I've always told myself that I don't have an addictive personality. I'm finding out that is a lie!

Any creative, rather their a song writer, abstract painter, sculptor or whatever medium is continually looking for truths. I recently read a quote that basically said creation lies within and once you've start looking inward and creating from that space, then you will find it. The truth? No, your truth.

These works are mine. A space I've created, from my experiences to share with whomever will join me.

A place of ease, reflection, peace, and tangible truths.

 My mystic.

Color in Bloom

Please join us at the opening reception of acclaimed sculptor Jon Krawczyk’s solo exhibition, Color in Bloom. This is Krawczyk’s new body of work since the devastating Woosley Fire destroyed his Malibu residence and studio in November 2018.  

In the aftermath of the fire, Krawczyk requested wildflower seeds from any supporter wishing to provide assistance.  Krawczyk and his family spread these seeds throughout Latigo Canyon with the hope they would provide positive change and inspiration over the next few months. 

As the wildflowers bloomed in spring, the barren and colorless landscape gave birth to a renewed sense of optimism with the intense undulation of color and natural beauty.  This was a powerful and transformative process for Krawczyk, his family and the neighbors who wished to see their once thriving canyon come back to life.

Color in Bloom is a collection of new sculpture, imbued with the sentiment of growth from adversity, observation of tangibles from multiple points of view, and embracing uncertain yet profound opportunities inspired by change.  

Iceland born artist Kristjana S. Williams studied graphic design and illustration at Central St. Martins and quickly gained critical acclaim as Creative Director of Beyond the Valley for 8 years. In 2011 she began creating fine art pieces, illustrating books, designing interiors items and more. Her designs are inspired by nature and her technique involves digitally and physically layering nature upon nature to mirror the symmetry in all living things. Each piece is it's own magical universe of exotic botanicals and vibrant animals. 

 Williams process involves hand coloring and manipulating Victorian illustrations before hand placing each element in her unique collages. Williams’ editioned pieces are reproduced as a giclee print on the highest quality cotton paper and created as limited editions.

 Williams’ work has become well known throughout the industry winning numerous awards including a D&AD award, Clio Award and a first prize at New York Festivals Grand Prix. Her work can be found at The Victoria & Albert Museum, Penhaligons perfumeries and various galleries and hotels nationally and internationally. Most recently she designed the album artwork for Coldplay’s new live album 'A Head Full of Dreams: Live in Buenos Aires and Live in Sao Paulo'.

 This is the first exhibition for Kristjana Williams at Craighead Green Gallery.