Joey’s Paintings from 2024
Joey began abstract painting in 2020. Abstract painting is a form of mindfulness exercise that promotes creativity and rest for the active mind. Below are the 19 paintings that Joey created in 2024.
Becoming Water Dripping Down a Crystal Cave
December 31, 2024
20″ x 24″
Painting Description:
This painting depicts the feeling of slowly dissolving and transforming like water into something greater. At times we most evolve to truly bloom into the flower we were meant to be. The water dripping in the stillness shows that even in the darkness, you can still make water into a crystal, internally driving you to your purpose of being.
Unity of Light, A Celebration of Faith
December 25, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
This painting captures the spirit of two cherished holidays that converge on a single day, Hanukkah and Christmas. The paintings backdrop is a rich, black canvas symbolizing the night sky. Together these colors create a dynamic atmosphere of light and shadow, symbolizing how different faiths and cultures can come together to celebrate love, hope, and community. Unity in light serves as a reminder that, despite our differences, we can find common ground in our shared values, and the light that guides us all.
Mystic Forest
December 04, 2024
18″ x 12″ (triptych)
Painting Description:
Mystic Forest is more than just a painting, it is a heartfelt tribute to the wonders of nature and the deep connection I share with the natural world. From a young age I always found solace in the great outdoors, the whisper of the wind and the gentle flow of nearby streams have always filled me with a sense of wonder. I hope others can feel the heartbeat of the forest and be reminded of the tranquility it offers as well as the profound love that binds us all to the Earth.
Unspoken Dreams Touches Beyond The Surface
September 25, 2024
36″ x 24″ (diptych)
Painting Description:
This painting, Unspoken Dreams Touches Beyond The Surface, depicts how people have many dreams, but many do not bring it to life. The hues of red was my way of finger painting and showing how my dreams are spoken through my fingers into a keyboard. On the surface I say very little words, but beyond the surface I manifest my art into a vessel that travels the test of time.
Kaleidoscopic Realm of Vibrancy
July 22, 2024
12″ x 12″
Painting Description:
The colors on this painting merge together like a kaleidoscope. The true meaning of this painting signifies the vibrant hues each person emits like an electric force field connecting each other to our true beings. All colors have their own beauty just like each human being.
A Majestic Smoothie Showing Its True Beauty
June 19, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
In this painting I was captivated by the swirling colors in my smoothie. The deep reds of strawberries and the pinks and the purples of the blueberries. As I poured the turquoise and blue on the canvas, I thought of my canvas being my blender. I mixed all these colors to capture how beautifully letting go of the colors showed its expression on its own. This painting is a snapshot of the morning. It’s a celebration of how even the simplest, everyday moments can reveal something truly beautiful when you take the time to see it
Sunset Serenity
June 13, 2024
30″ x 24″
Painting Description:
This painting depicts the subtle beauty of a sunset and how it radiates a sense of clam around the world. The sun sets on the day, but the meaning is much deeper. It also shows that although the day has ended, a whole new day will begin shortly, and for that I am grateful for those moments.
A Day at Clearwater
June 03, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
Clearwater Beach has always been my sanctuary, a place where I could escape from the mundane routines of everyday life. The beach is my playground, filled with endless possibilities. The soft white sand beneath my feet, the warm embrace of the sun, and the rhythmic dance of the waves are my constant companions. The sky at dawn was a symphony of oranges and yellows, blending seamlessly into the blues of the horizon. The midday sun cast of brilliant, almost blinding, white light over the sand, making it sparkle like a field of diamonds. These colors compelled me to capture the essence on this canvas. How lucky am I?
Infinite Pallets of an Unspoken Spirit
May 28, 2024
30″ x 15″
Painting Description:
In Infinite Pallets of an Unspoken Spirit, metallic shades shimmer alongside deep blues, while earthy browns and greens blend seamlessly with soft tans and playful pinks. The colors flow and merge, creating a dynamic and ever evolving landscape that evokes a sense of boundless possibility and endless exploration. This masterpiece celebrates the beauty of diversity and the limitless potential of creative expression speaking the words for the unspoken.
Heart of Gold
May 23, 2024
24″ x 10″ (tryptic)
Painting Description:
A Heart of Gold, a triptych, perfectly depicts the pure love and support that my mother constantly shows me. Her caring nature and endless support have been the foundation of strength in my life. She has always been my ultimate cheerleader and number one supporter. Happy birthday to my amazing mother.
Transcending the Illusion a Vision Can Speak
May 22, 2024
28″ x 18″
Painting Description:
This painting profoundly captures my experience as a person with autism. The dynamic blues, ranging from deep turquoise, mirror the vast, intricate landscape of my inner world, where tranquility and turmoil coexist. The red splashes convey the intense emotions I often find difficult to articulate. This painting and my many other ones become my voice, transcending verbal limitations and revealing profound depths of my experiences and feelings, allowing my true self to be seen and understood.
Shades of Glimmering Gold Glistening in My Mind
May 20, 2024
48″ x 20″ (tryptic)
Painting Description:
Shades of Glimmering Gold Glistening in My Mind, a triptych, depicts my vision to the enchanting dreams that fill my nights with wonder. It is inspired by my vivid thoughts of a golden landscape. I translated that vision onto black and white canvases. The backdrop serves to amplify the vibrant hues of gold and brown that swirl and shimmer across the scene capturing the essence of those luminous moments that fill my heart with pure joy and wonder.
Mysterious Depths of the Whispering Sky’s Vibrant Spectrum
May 14, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
Mysterious Depths of the Whispering Sky’s Vibrant Spectrum — This painting is my creation, a mesmerizing painting born from my fascination with colors and the mysteries of the universe. As someone on the autism spectrum, I see the world in a unique way where every hue and shade tell a story. Through my art, I communicate the depths of my connection to the colors, inviting you to explore your own emotions and experiences. The title reflects my journey of navigating through a world of whispers and vibrant sensations.
Nature’s Embrace
April 29, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
Nature’s Embrace describes my affinity with the beauty of nature evoking within me a deep sense of awe and wonder. I find myself most tranquil when surrounded by nature and all its offerings. My connection with the natural world puts me at ease as it nurtures my spirit and enriches my being giving my strong connection that continually inspires and rejuvenates me.
A Puzzle of Understanding Causes My Soul to Go into a Tranquil Bliss
April 03, 2024
24″ x 18″
Painting Description:
This painting was inspired by a moment of deep introspection during this Autism Awareness Month. There was a time not long ago when I had been struggling to find meaning in life until I suddenly found myself at peace once I pondered the mysteries of the universe. The puzzling shades in this painting depict the endless questions and unknowns that plague the human mind, while the tranquil blue tones and brushstrokes evoke a sense of calm and acceptance. I hope to convey the idea that sometimes-finding peace can be as simple as embracing the unknown and allowing ourselves to be still and present in the moment.
Scarlet Serenity Taking Over Me
March 05, 2024
12″ x 12″ (triptych)
Painting Description:
This painting (Scarlet Serenity Taking Over Me) with its silver, red, and gold, makes a serene sunset, symbolizing inner peace amidst turmoil. Each brushstroke reflected my journey to find tranquility, offering a glimpse of hope and resilience. This painting became a beacon of calm in a chaotic world, reminding me that there is always a tomorrow to find an uplifting moment in life.
Scarlet Serenity with a Hint of Lime
January 25, 2024
16″ x 20″
Painting Description:
Scarlet Serenity with a Hint of Lime speaks to the complexities of emotion and the beauty found in contrasts. It’s a visual symphony where tranquility meets vibrancy, inviting you to lose yourself in its rich tapestry and find their own personal resonance within the colors. Set against a black canvas, the painting has colors of red and pink hues, creating a mesmerizing dance of warmth and passion. These accents of lime bring a refreshing, almost playful contrast. When life gives your limes, you make limeade.
Bluer Than Red
January 18, 2024
24″ x 20″
Painting Description:
Bluer Than Red depicts the emotional feelings behind feeling angst and upset while remaining composed throughout it all. I’ve experienced so many different feelings in my lifetime and I have come to learn that no feeling is final; they are fleeting clouds in a climate of emotions. I hope others find connection with my work and feel the expression resonate deep within as it does with me.
Opposites Attracted Through the Inner Soul
January 14, 2024
20″ x 16″
Painting Description:
Opposites Attracted Through the Inner Soul tells the story of two contrasting worlds converging in a realm beyond the visible. I’m inspired by the true beauty it shows and it depicts vibrant hues merging seamlessly, symbolizing the harmony found within the depths of the soul.