“I have been working with variations of acrylic painting for over 8 years and experimenting with various techniques to create a unique marriage and interplay of art and science. The observed effect is created by changing the density of layered acrylic paints and oils through various chemical additives. After the layering, a series of soothing waves and cells is achieved by heating the medium with a blowtorch close to the point of ignition, further changing the densities in a drastic manner. In doing so, much of the oil vaporizes as the paint rises creating a series of delicate macro and micro patterns. These cells and structures are further mechanically pulled by hand and stretched using various putty knives. The results are reminiscent of ocean waves, planetary storms, and the repetitive patterns found in living organisms.”
Phil Borkow is an abstract acrylics and oil artist known for his vibrant use of colors that evoke interstellar phenomena, meteorological events, and other rhythmic patterns in nature by manipulating the canvas with both chemistry and the use of fire. Born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Phil's work is influenced by his love of music and the synesthesia response to different musical genres and sounds in nature. He has exhibited his work at many Columbus locations including the Red Brick Collective and currently has pieces on display at Zen Genius Inc. in Columbus, Ohio and Gross Confection Bar in Portland, Maine and his paintings are held in private collections globally.