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I start my paintings with layers and layers of thick paint – each layer of color telling its own story. As I scrap away those layers I find form, shape, and dynamic movement transforming the original layer into a completely new piece unrecognizable from where I started.
Most noticeable, throughout these works, are the scraped lines that form clear crisp paths over chaotic backgrounds. These paths take on an almost map-like quality that moves your eye around the piece – guiding you through it
Ben Tinsley is known for his use of color, shape, and dimensional use of oil paint. Often carving out a composition through thick layers of scrapped paint. The result is sculptural and dynamic. The collage like juxtaposition of form, color, shape, and texture work together to create visual harmony throughout his works.
As the son of a sculptor, Ben was immersed in the world of art from a young age. Ben’s current artistic practice takes place in his converted garage in Chicago. His studio and home have become central to his work. A place for creative evolution, growth, and a profound connection to both family and creativity.