ABOUT

Born in Philadelphia in 1966, Ron Francis is renowned for his large-scale works and texture-rich paintings. Using raw and occasionally crude materials, he manifests his introspective journey into his creations.

His art surpasses conceptual boundaries, focusing solely on immediate existence. Drawing inspiration from nature, alchemy, and respected artists like Antonio Tapies and Daniel Arsham, Francis crafts deeply meaningful art. His works serve as relics of captured moments that document his internal exploration. Francis is a self taught artist who is constantly evolving into self.

Close-up of a man's face with sunglasses resting on his head, wearing a jacket with a zipper, looking downward with a serious expression.

IMMERSED IN MATERIAL

Defying the limitations of conventional materials with expert hands and an artistic vision that knows no bounds, he harmoniously blends microcements, proxies, and plasters, melding their very essence to achieve extraordinary finishes that leave onlookers entranced.

These elements become mere instruments in his symphony of texture and depth, as he masterfully manipulates them to create rich and captivating works of art.

Qualification Statement
The Process
A person working on an art project surrounded by books, papers, and paint bottles on a surface covered with a sheet or cloth. The person's arm is visible, resting on an open book with a painting of a woman on the cover.
Indoor scene with a person standing on a rocky surface, wearing paint-stained denim jeans and colorful socks, looking at an open art book with various patterned designs. Art supplies like paint rollers and a small container of paint are on the ground
An artist is lying on the ground next to an art project, with books and paints around, inside a studio.

  • Applications of pushing life & twisting the direction.

    — Ron Francis

  • It's like boxing with cielings and walls.

    – Ron Francis

  • Everything I put my hands in.

    – Ron Francis

  • JUMP OFF A CLIFF WITH AN IDEA.

    – Ron Francis