Short Bio
A full time professional artist whose exhibition history extends over 40 years, painter Robert Masla's canvases, murals and portraits can be found both in the United States and Mexico in numerous public and private collections: galleries, private residencies, corporations, the hospitality and health care industries, restaurants and on film. His work has been featured in many solo and group exhibitions in both countries. Maslas' art has also appeared in various books and publications such as: The Artist and the American Landscape, Changing Prospects, The Artists Magazine, Art New England, PleinAir Today/Outdoor Painter and American Watercolor Weekly. Masla has been represented by the R. Michelson Galleries for over 30 years where his most recent solo exhibition, Gratitude: The Unrecognized Essential Workers Series – can be seen at the gallery and online at Rmichelson.com You can see a sample of the full range of his work on the artists' website MaslaFineArt.com BFA/Diploma, 1979, Tufts/Museum School, MFA 1986 The City College of New York.
Statement
Back in the 70's I coined the term "Spiritrealism" to describe my approach to my art and life. My concept and understanding of this has expanded ever since, recognizing now that I know much less than I thought I did. That said, my intention as an artist has always been to use my work to engage in creation as a spiritual practice, a form of ritual and meditation, realizing the greatest art any of us can create is the way we choose to live our life. The art practice, or way of being, is one that ultimately helps me transcend my limited ego and reach a place of non-judgemental awareness and openess. It grounds me in the present moment so I can connect with the creative flow of nature that surrounds me and is me. We are all a part of creation unfolding and I see my role as an artist to play my part as co-creator, and hopefuly help others make that connection through my work. We all go about our work and our lives, hopefully trying to be present, aware and compassionate. In my case, a lot of that time is spent making art, and if I am still enough, present enough, I am able to connect – to be in the place of my essence - open awareness – that is where the Spirit is Real.Biography
Masla Fine Art: A full time professional artist whose exhibition history extends over 40 years, painter Robert Masla's canvases, murals and portraits can be found both in the United States and in Mexico in numerous public and private collections: galleries, private residencies, corporations, the hospitality and health care industries, restaurants and on film. His work has been featured in many solo and group exhibitions in both countries. Maslas' art has also appeared in various books and publications such as: The Artist and the American Landscape, Changing Prospects, The Artists Magazine, Art New England, PleinAir Today/Outdoor Painter and American Watercolor Weekly. Throughout his career Robert has also remained dedicated to art as an educator, teaching and lecturing in various settings with a wide range of populations, in schools, colleges, museums, and workshops. In 2005 he and his wife Monica, built Casa de los Artistas, his Studios South, in a small fishing village on the west coast of Mexico. Each winter for the past 15 years, Robert, along with esteemed artist colleagues have conducted workshops there, (ArtWorkshopVacations.com). Masla graduated from Tufts/The Museum School with a BFA and Diploma in painting in 1979 and received an MFA in Painting and Art History from The City College of New York in 1986. The artist has been represented by the R. Michelson Galleries for over 30 years where his most recent solo exhibition, Gratitude: The Unrecognized Essential Workers Series - can be seen at the gallery and online at Rmichelson.com You can see a sample of the full range of his work on the artists' website MaslaFineArt.co
