Owen Roberts

A Woman in the Forest (2022)
Oil Paint on Canvas 36” x 36”

My relationship with my mother has become quite loving yet unpredictable this last year. She recently went through a tough divorce, and since I did not see my dad during the process, I focused mainly on her. I saw her actions and emotions jump up and down for weeks. She was vulnerable and needed to start a new life, but one day, within all of the chaos, I saw her sitting in the backyard, feeling the grass on her skin, just staring at the flowers. She was at peace at that moment. This painting reflects both my mothers experience of renewell and her escape from the house. The human condition of relying on society to keep one’s mind upright is subtly damaging, and I think we must learn to address our thoughts by ourselves. When we have come to accept the life we have, then we may share. I would like to share my mothers peace.

A lost Wanderer (2022)
Oil Paint on Canvas 24” x 32”

The terrain that surrounds us is unpredictable and can be an adventure. I have always loved wandering and exploring, and this work describes how it feels to be within a space of messy but intentional locations. I want to show the beauty in the messiness we call this world.

Owen Roberts (he/him)

Owen Roberts is a rising artist from Los Angeles, California. He grew up in San Marino and has been creating art since 2017. Owen's art falls into the genre of contemporary art and he works primarily with oil paint. In addition to oil paintings, Owen also does water color, acrylic paint, spray paint, ink and pen, charcoal, and as of late, he has been doing digital and film photography. Owen is an alumnus of Loyola High School and is currently studying Studio Art at NYU Steinhardt.

Artist Statement

My artwork evolved as I transitioned away from references to improvisation. While painting and drawing, I strive to intertwine elements of realism and abstraction to depict dream imagery: I could illustrate anatomically realistic bodies, but have one single body float in an abstract, organic form of color. I strive to find a balance between these elements to produce my unique style of art.

My work captures my love for fine line work while also depicting the unity, order, and form within messiness. My pieces reflect a stream of consciousness and are now improvised. As I’ve continued to mature as an artist, I have learned to use all types of art supplies to become more comfortable with the improvisational process; in turn, I developed a unique style that prioritizes process over product. My changing emotions during my daily life drive what I make. I find art as a release, similar to a lot of artists. I can channel most experiences in my life into artwork.