ARTIST STATEMENT

"I want my paintings to capture life and the spirit of Harlem and its people.
Having grown up and continuing to live here I have learned that Harlem has a history and rhythm that is unique.  The streets and bars sing the Blues, Jazz, Funk, Soca and Reggae.
 It is this pulse that I want to recreate in my paintings."

        In my drawings I want to find the beauty of line and catch the softness of the human form.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

EXHIBIT/SHOW SCHEDULE: 

September- November 2016
"What Dreams May Come"
Tribute to Artist John Van Means
State Office Building Art Gallery@ 125th St & 7th Ave
163 West 125th Street
(2nd Floor)
New York, NY 10027

October 2015
"George Bruce Library Exhibit"
Oct. 1-31st
New York Public Library
518 W. 125th St.
New York, NY 10027

January- February 2015
"Sudden Juxtaposition"
Tribute to Ben F. Jones
State Office Building Art Gallery@ 125th St & 7th Ave
163 West 125th Street
(2nd Floor)
New York, NY 10027

richardobakerart@yahoo.com
646-240-8753