"Abstract Composition Sky and Slate " 2017 - Tom Reno

Acrylic on Paper
Page size: 18.75 x 23 in.
Frame size: 25 x 19 in.
Signed on verso "Tom S. R. 2017"
 
This expressive abstract painting presents a rhythmic and calligraphic language, characterized by a central vertical structure of ethereal blues and greens, anchored by bold, skeletal black linework that dances across a simple, natural white field. The interplay between the fluid blocks of color and the sharp, decisive strokes creates a sense of dynamic equilibrium, suggesting both the movement of the atmosphere and the stability of stone. Reno’s masterful use of negative space allows the composition to breathe, inviting the viewer into a serene yet energized landscape of the mind.
 
Originally from Southern California and now based in New Mexico, Tom Reno embodies the archetype of the nomadic creator. His artistic vision is forged by a life of profound experience, from his service as a US Army combat veteran in Vietnam to his years spent as a modern wanderer traveling the United States. For Reno, art and personal philosophy are inextricably linked; his deep spirituality serves as the compass for his creative process. He invites the viewer to step beyond the canvas, famously describing his abstract works as “Destinations in Your Mind.”