Artist Statement
Color and emotion are the main components of Craig’s work. Each painting begins with indiscriminate brushstrokes and lines filled with expressive colors. He builds a portrait from layers of adding and removing shapes and textures. The finalized piece has a complete personality of its own. Craig often listens to music (mostly jazz and classical) while painting and much of the abstract movement and inspiration that is heard in this genre is seen and felt in his works.
Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Craig has called Nashville home since 2011. He graduated from Auburn University of Montgomery in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in studio Art.