Rick J. Delanty
“Seal Rocks, Laguna Beach” 16×20, Oil on Board, Brush and Palette Knife
Rick J. Delanty, a California native, has dedicated over four decades to painting landscapes and seascapes. He employs an impressionistic style in both *plein air and studio settings, using a vibrant calligraphy of color and brushstroke to convey emotion and movement. His primary subject is the California landscape, and he emphasizes compositions that capture mood and a profound appreciation for life. Rick maintains a Home Studio & Art Gallery in San Clemente, California.
*The French term plein air means out of doors and refers to the practice of painting entire finished pictures out of doors.
Delanty’s work has been featured in invitational plein air events throughout the West and has been exhibited in museums and galleries nationwide.
Delanty’s original pieces have also been selected for prestigious national and international exhibitions, including the Art Renewal Center, Plein Air Salon, Oil Painters of America, California Art Club, American Impressionist Society, Boldbrush International Painting Competition, National Art Muse Competition, National Oil and Acrylic Painters, and International Society of Acrylic Painters.
Artist’s Statement
“My body of work is about the revelation of the divine power of God’s creation in nature. It is my hope that those who connect with my work will be uplifted, to reflect on the original works of God that surround us.”