Travel has always been a muse for my paintings. Pop culture mixed with history is a subject that I like to archive. During the Covid lock down, I found myself at a stand still. I was drawn to a more contemplative dream-like existence. The Underwater series was a result of feeling confined.

Spain, another recent body of work, was influenced by a lone journey across this country. I seek to connect the viewer to a universal energy of longing and desire. The paintings reflect a vibrant, fluid mosaic of past and present. My Atlantic Beach series of trailers evoke the classic Americana summer beach trek that has stood the test of time along this coastline.

The glowing mirage of neon holds the leading roll in my earlier work. Since childhood, I have been captured by the lure of its light. I’ve traveled many back roads seeking its magic. The old motels, bowling alleys, and businesses that neon inshrines are now few and far between. The dreams and desires they conjure, way heavy on my heart.

Drew Deane