Lance Carlson

Lance Carlson worked as an architect with his own practice for several years in Atlanta, Georgia. He began studying painting, drawing and collage among other creative pursuits in the middle of his architectural career. He loved the freedom and control that avails itself in art which can be elusive in architecture. As he continues to develop skills in 2-dimensional works, he expects to transfer the same ideals into three dimensions and architecture. He has shown in numerous group shows and venues across Metro Atlanta and the U.S. with solo shows at Georgia State University’s Perimeter College in Clarkston, GA and DK Gallery and Kerry Jackson Gallery, both in Marietta, GA. His pieces are in many private and corporate collections. He is a founding member of the Atlanta Collage Society and a prime mover in their 2012 Marilyn Project.nce.

Artist Statement

"Throughout recorded history, man has explored the connections between his perceived world of events, emotions, and environment. He has utilized music, art, and literature as a voice of expression. The beauty and rhythms of these connections synchronize and play out over time to form a socio-cultural history for each group and time period.

My work seeks to make personal connections and relationships between music, literature, or pop culture that I have discovered or uncovered. This process may start on a somewhat literal level but soon evolves and transcends to new discoveries and interpretations. My marks, color, imagery, and texture form the rhythm of this dialogue."