Partially conceptual, and partially reflexive, My Early Encounters with the Irrational is a metaphorical depiction of the psychological fixtures and effects that once tormented me in my inexperienced pursuit of affection.
 
Whether my intentions were motivated by a genuine desire for meaningful connection, or an unfulfilled yearning for physical indulgence, the undercurrent of previous rejections became the root of a long-suffered insecurity that only perpetuated the anguish, causing me to create an ideal that I could never attain or measure up to.
 
As a result, my only recourse in those moments was to seek consolation in the receptiveness of my canvases, where the intimacy expressed in each stroke of my brush could pacify the all-consuming and debilitating flame (often referred to in these painting descriptions as infatuation).
 
As an intriguing side note:
This painting is a more insightful and honest re-telling of an earlier iteration, An Involuntary Blindness, and was painted over that original. In addition, because I happened to photograph the first iteration of this piece, a single Collector's Edition Print of that earlier version (along with a Certificate of Authenticity) is included with the purchase of this artwork.
 
Free Local Delivery and Installation (in Austin, TX)
Interest Free Payment Options also Available (please contact for arrangements)
 
Price Includes Framing
 
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16 x 20 inches
Year Created: 1996