ARTWALKER Artist Biography

James J. Konzen

K O N Z E N
Watercolor is the most difficult medium. It allows little margin of error, and is unforgiving if poorly rendered. It demands intense concentration and exact planning, with precise delivery. In spite of its "temperamental" nature, watercolor is wonderfully spontaneous, versatile, and imparts a brilliant transparency unrivaled by any other medium.
Over the years, I have evolved a style of painting that I call 'Dynamic Realism'. In contrast to photographic realism, my intent is to transcend reality by dramatizing. By using light, color and movement, I create a "painterly" realism that is exciting. Ultimately, my constant passion is to successfully execute an image that stirs the viewer.

James J. Konzen K O N Z E N Watercolor is the most difficult medium. It allows little margin of error, and is unforgiving if poorly rendered. It demands intense concentration and exact planning, with precise delivery. In spite of its "temperamental" nature, watercolor is wonderfully spontaneous, versatile, and imparts a brilliant transparency unrivaled by any other medium. Over the years, I have evolved a style of painting that I call 'Dynamic Realism'. In contrast to photographic realism, my intent is to transcend reality by dramatizing. By using light, color and movement, I create a "painterly" realism that is exciting. Ultimately, my constant passion is to successfully execute an image that stirs the viewer.

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