Maple Jaclyn Alderete Courage in the face of

Courage in the face of attack or adversity and a stability that cannot be removed

Influenced by classical imagery used in the foundation of Western Art

These creative sensibilities began in early childhood with a fascination with fantasy and science fiction

6 x 24 inches

After some time spent abroad

Maple Jaclyn Alderete Courage in the face of8 x 10 inches 2014 Oil on Vintage Book Matthew Robertson was born and raised in San Francisco and graduated from the Academy of Art University in 2012 with a BFA in illustration. He currently lives and works in Berkeley, California. Robertsons technical oil paintings are simultaneously chaotic and controlled as he masterfully weaves the two components into one canvas to intuitively explore the tenuous balance between real and abstract forms. The new