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On February 9th, 2026 I traveled to Philadelphia to see an exhibition of work by one of the most controversial Artists of the last 2 centuries. The Barnes Foundation hosted an exhibit on the Post Impressionist painter Henri Rousseau. Philly truly is a gem of culture. Those close enough to visit its many attraction are fortunate souls. Aside from its role in the formation of this nation and the landmarks chronicling that history, the Philly Art circle contains 3 world class mu

Echoes from the past, current moments and an inherent voices. There are moments when a unconsidered perspective can provide a shockingly simple access point to an enigmatic and nebulous idea. The idea here, is the nature of Art and the perspective is its societal purpose. One such moment came over a decade ago while listening to an Art related TED Talk. The presenter provided the access point for this dialog to begin. They summarized Art’s complexity with a seemingly innocuou

https://youtu.be/pwrQe6v7sUs?si=CdYXZMJ6wgdFkoJA Above is the painting in its finished form. A follower of ERS suggested that the new painting be titled Solace. I think that is befittig the piece. As of 12/08/25 the painting is being picked up by the printing comapany for the purpose of having it scanned for reproduction. The original piece is 40" tall by 26" wide. Once scanned, this will be made available in 2 different sizes. Pricing to come by 12/12/25. The link below the

Intuition is a valuable tool. I would argue that it is my most precious asset. Some may call it a feeling, others call it their muse. For me, it is my constant companion and most trusted guide. The following statement is not a boast, it is put forth for context. While my BFA was in drawing with a minor in sculpture and my grad degree was in mixed media with a concentration in sculpture, for better or worse I am a self taught painter. Painting is the one thing that, for reason

Musings on situational stillness I love poetry. At its best, it is manifestations of crucial life observations rendered succinct and essential. Robert Frost’s quiet words from his conversational poem Snow have been, for the last few years, resounding with rhythmic regularity; “Our very lives depends on everything reoccurring till we answer from within. The thousandth time may prove the charm.” The left half of my body (the side most affected by the CP) I have associated with

With a glass of bourbon more than half empty, I sit down to blog a post from ERS. The sound of tires on wet pavement, rhythmically rolling past the open window behind my head is soothing; almost as much as the bourbon. The two of them together offer the self-delusional, self-prescribed perfect combination for this moment. It isn’t easy being an artist. It isn’t easy being human. Struggle is part of the play, regardless of station. I’ve spent over 30 years pouring myself into

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This is Earle Rock Studios first blog post and to be honest, there is no rule book to follow. I have been an artist most of my life....