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Tom Killion.

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Tom K BPL Member
PostedOct 24, 2019 at 2:51 am

You’re the second person to bring him to my attention.  He is indeed a most excellent artist, depicting my favorite part of this world in his unique style.  Two of my favorites, below, neither of which are likely to surprise you.  He also did many of the Mt. Tam area in Marin County that brought a lump to my throat, bringing to mind fond memories of some truly glorious runs on those trails – rhythmic breathing, bodies glistening in the fading sunlight of dusk, silently flitting through the scrub oak…  Thank you, Craig.

 

Milestone Mountain from a Lake below Mt. Ericsson

Middle Palisade Peak

PostedOct 24, 2019 at 3:00 am

Well I do believe we’ve shared some very good times right beneath the peak in that first drawing Tom! I know exactly why that one speaks to you.

Special country indeed and I believe he treats it very well; the Japanese woodcut style is so fitting IMO.

Matthew / BPL Moderator
PostedOct 24, 2019 at 4:17 am

Lovely work and I enjoyed the calm style of the documentary. Thank you for sharing.

David Thomas BPL Member
PostedOct 24, 2019 at 4:59 am

I think I’ve been to his studio.  Is he in West Marin County around Inverness or Point Reyes Station?

David Thomas BPL Member
PostedOct 24, 2019 at 5:02 am

Ah, a little googling, and, yup, lives on Inverness Ridge near my in-laws.  There were studio tours a few years ago and you could see each stage of the printing process – one color at a time.

Tom K BPL Member
PostedOct 25, 2019 at 2:58 am

“the Japanese woodcut style is so fitting IMO.”

I agree.  In the hands of a master, it adds a depth, texture, not sure how to put it into words, that a photograph or a painting cannot achieve.  At least not that I have seen.

Ben C BPL Member
PostedOct 25, 2019 at 2:23 pm

Thanks for sharing.  He creates pretty unique pieces.

stephan q BPL Member
PostedOct 25, 2019 at 2:33 pm

Yes, an all time favorite. Watch for Marin Open Studio Tours. He has opened his shop in the past. Awesome to visit. Also check out Obatas work.

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