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Tom Allen

Mill Valley, CA

Art penetrates the mist of the human experience and illuminates aspects of reality in a transcendent manner. The richness of artistic expression lies within the embellishment of unrealized beauty. In 2020, I uncovered such a bounty. Serendipity led me to an unexpected intersection of sculpture, painting, and photography to capture imperceptible three dimensional details hidden within my original abstract oil paintings.

Take a moment to encounter each image. Breathe, relax and see with your mind, not just with your eyes. Look beyond the obvious. Feel the sense of motion, depth, and fluidity. Be curious. Be inspired. Stretch your imagination. Rely on your inner “PAREIDOLIA” to perceive meaningful images in these surreal landscapes. Look for a flash of spawning salmon or uncover a grinning ghoul hidden in random patterns of light and shade.

During my professional career I’ve relied on my vivid imagination and boundless curiosity to become an award winning commercial architect, successful inventor holding multiple patents, serial entrepreneur (2004 Idaho Small Businessman of the Year), manufacturer, scientist, musician, and artist. I am a self taught painter and avid abstract photographer.

My Artwork

Skiing Red Ducks

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Stream 7

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Sapphire

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Blue Wave with Bauble

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Beneath the Grass

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FlameOn

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Pinwheel 4

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