The artwork of Zach Eberly has often been described as dream-like, haunting, “Tim Burton-esque,” or moody. Though he shies away from summarizing his work in one word, these terms do describe his current fascination with the impact of perception brought forth by a viewing audience. Featured in his latest collection are a series of landscapes that play with the dichotomy of dark versus light, where the viewer is drawn through the painting to a place of their own creating. His desire to be a catalyst in this process is evident when speaking upon this topic. “My work is designed to draw the viewer in. Where they go from there or end up will forever be a mystery to me. But that’s the best part- imagination sparking inspiration and vice versa.”

Much like his preference for subjects, Zach finds inspiration organically in the world around him. He has cited posters, print ads, music, architecture, nature, conversations and the work of other fellow artists to be his main muses. He has been influenced by some of the greats - Monet, Dali, Rembrandt - but is equally impressed by the works of Maxim Gruinin, Albina Su, and Ben Grasso. “I enjoy the way Gruinin applies paint in an erratic and over abundant way,” Zach describes. “I love to be messy and apply thick blasts of paint to the canvas in a similar fashion, which is why I identify with his work strongly. I enjoy pulling a piece from thin air by going over these blasts of paint with a fine #4 brush, like sculpting on the canvas.”  Zach’s current works include acrylic, oil, and charcoal layered on canvas and paper, but has been known to branch out as well into other mediums.

My work is not confined by the boundaries of color, medium, or other's perception by choice. I like to mix many styles together whether it is right wrong or indifferent in the eyes of others.  
I draw on my ever changing environment for inspiration. My subjects tend to formulate in dreamlike states that compel my creative need.   I feel that the subjects I chose make strong connections to the audience in a multitude of levels.  I then attempt to catch and release the viewer’s current state striking the person in such a way it accesses or evokes emotion.  I strive to send them away driven in the same way I am when creating the piece.
I find the erratic and calculated movements I use to create an image addictive.  I create and destroy pieces furiously until I get results which satisfy my compulsion.  I have always been drawn towards creating artwork and I believe that even death will not be end for that creativity.

Bowling Green State University, B.A.C. 2002

Cleveland State University, M.B.A. 2011

No formal art education. Everything I create is "un-instructed".

2013 Republic of Artists December Show, Cleveland, OH (opens Dec 13th)

2013 Solo Exhibit, Michael Stefan Studio, Willoughby OH (opens Nov 1st)

2013 Benefit for Peach's Neet Feet, Cleveland, OH

2013 Featured Artists, The Glenwillow Grille, Cleveland, OH

2012 Republic of Artists October Show, Cleveland, OH

 

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