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What Lurks in the Mind of One Local Artist?
Techno Man Drawing by Kenneth James Brustad
Pensacola, Fla. – Saturday, November 7, 2015 – University of West Florida Fine Arts student Kenneth James Brustad of Navarre, Fla holds his first public art show Feb. 27 and 28 from 7 – 10 p.m. at the Old Sacred Heart Hospital. This free event will explore the co-dependent relationship of man and machine. This young artist illustrates how technology is sometimes helpful, sometimes intimidating, or incapacitating in this aptly named show, Beyond the Screen. The drawings start with a picture of a healthy connection where technology benefits humanity. The last picture is an ominous take on what happens when technology takes over our lives. Kenneth James favors pen and pencil drawings in a surreal style reminiscent of the wild works of H.R. Giger.
Beyond the Screen art show takes place at 1010 N. 12th Avenue, Suite 211. There will be an opening reception Saturday night at 7 p.m. with the artist on hand to discuss his concepts. The artist says “some people are cripplingly dependent on their technologies while others use it as a pastime or a tool for communication. These works explore both sides of this issue.”
His unique art is sometimes disturbing but always thought-provoking. This quiet young man lets his art and his smile speak for him. “Drawing connects me to the world. Sometimes I look at one of my drawings and suddenly my thoughts are put in context to the rest of the world,” explains Kenneth James Brustad.
Come share Kenneth James Brustad’s vision and some wine and cheese at his show and reception Feb. 27 at 7 p.m.
About Kenneth James Brustad:
Navarre, Fla. Artist Kenneth James Brustad has been drawing as long as he can remember. His work is a wildly imaginative mix of science fiction and fantasy. He will graduate with a Bachelor’s degree from the Fine Arts program at the University of West Florida in May 2016. His art has accompanied productions ranging from Halloween scares to Shakespeare at the Pensacola Little Theater.
Please visit Kenneth James Brustad on Deviant Art or Facebook for more information.
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