Adam Thomas

Biography

Growing up in rural Michigan, Adam developed an appreciation for the natural world. The house that his father built was surrounded by forests and swamps - full of all kinds of plants and animals to study the three months of summer vacation. He would spend hours watching great blue herons feeding in the swamps or collecting pond samples and researching the micro-organisms under his microscope. Today, Adam portrays his love of the outdoors through his paintings, capturing the essence of the sun breaking through dense forests, clouds or bouncing off petals of flowers. His work celebrates the natural world we live in.

Artist Statement

My work is all about light and creating depth. I want the viewer to feel like they can walk, fly or dive into my work. Weather I am painting gorillas, light beaming through water, or simple landscapes, I strive to have high contrast using beautiful vibrant colors.

Art Education

Center for Creative Studies, Detroit, Michigan 1988-1991