James
Coleman - a name synonymous with sweeping skies, tropical
rain forests, rich deep woods and silent deserts. The images
created by this talented man continue to delight all who
view them.
James Coleman was born in Hollywood, California in 1949.
As a youth, his creative abilities seemed to dominate
his world.
Though he lacked the athletic skills of his young freinds,
he more than made up for it with imagination and ingenuity.
As a young man his interest in film making and fine
art would
be the genesis for a long, successful carrer in animated
films.
In 1969 Coleman found his creative energies welcomed by Walt
Disney Productions. As an animation background designer, Coleman
styled and worked on nine feature films and over 30 short
subjects. Winnie the Pooh, The Little Mermaid and Beauty and
the Beast came to life with James Coleman's background images
gracing the silver screen. Twenty-two years with Disney found
him ready to develop all of his time and talent to the love
of his life, fine art. Today he continues to illuminate the
art world with vibrant colors, gentle moods, powerful design
and exquisite detail.
Coleman works in oil, watercolor, guache and pastel. His work
is impressionistic and luminous. His pieces intrigue the eye
and touch the heart. His paintings are warm, inviting and
unique.
Coleman began doing paintings of the islands in the early
1980's. "Originally Hawaii was an escape for me, a place to
recharge my batteries and enjoy the peace and tranquility
of a heaven on earth. The land, its history and its people
were my secret to serenity and relaxation. Soon my love for
these beautiful islands and its people began to translate
into my paintings. My desire has been to connect those who
view my work with the past, present and furure of the Hawaiian
experience."
Though traditional in technique and medium, Colemans tropical
pieces are anything but traditional. They are a fresh and
unique personal view of Hawaii.
A master of color, light and design has in recent years made
Coleman one of the most collected and sought after artists
in Hawaii and around the world.
James Coleman pieces can be found in many fine, personal and
corporate collections including the Disney family and corporate
collections.
Coleman is a naturalist and environmentalist who involves
himself with the National Parks and other environmental organizations.
He has been a finalist five years in the Arts for the Parks
competition.
The contribution made by Coleman to the world of art over
the last twenty-six years, both in film and fine art, make
him one of the most collected artists in contemporary art.
His work is represented by some of the most prominent and
respected galleries in North America, the Orient and the Hawaiian
Islands. |
