Statement
I make observational art of the people in the world around me. Through traditional methods and with a contemporary mindset, I paint, print, and draw thoughtful figurative works and portraits.
My current work considers the relationships and underlying narratives that permeate all our lives. I am exploring how we perceive them, either collectively or individually. Whether I use these themes in a strict sense or as an armature that supports my work, I am looking to better understand how we are all tied together.
BIO
Fred lives in Cincinnati Ohio and graduated from the Art Academy of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2003. After graduating, Fred has worked as a graphic designer, freelance photographer, and instructor. His interests in narrative art led him to work in film, where he wrote and directed many short film projects.
Fred began printmaking in 2017 after a trip to Eastern Europe where he saw many of the great master relief printmakers. It was through printmaking that he continued to expand his interest narrative work as a visual medium, where he could blend design and fine arts. Fred believes in investing in the arts community and for 1.5 years acted as Board President/Director for Tiger Lily Press, an independent printmaking studio, which has served Cincinnati artists for more than 40 years.
Self Portrait
Ink on Bristol
2023
© Fred Daniell