Artistic Reflections: My Journey of Discovery

By Andrew Kessler

This book includes twenty-six full-color images of original art - six images of photographic art depicting the moon - along with thirty-seven original poems. I would describe my style of art as abstract and impressionistic. My artistic journey began over twenty-seven years ago by colorizing old black-and-white engravings that were acquired for our antique shop. I spent several months at this endeavor. That was my initial introduction to art. After that, I progressed to original compositions with my father's encouragement. He would buy me art supplies, and I would stare at blank canvases until something magical would begin to happen. It was as if I were transported into a different reality, the thrill of being at the threshold of sublime creativity. My desire was to bring forth original and unique artistic expressions. I would paint for three months in the springtime from the back porch of our antique shop. This effort continued for about three years. Much of the results of that activity is displayed in this book. Along with the art, I also developed an interest in poetry, which began about the same time. Writing poems helped me to relax and provided another outlet for my thoughts and ideas. In addition, I've always been fascinated by the moon, and had a rare opportunity to capture some truly amazing images during a lunar eclipse many years ago. In summation, this book ultimately represents the unexpected, creative side of my nature.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Page Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Jul 31, 2018
• ISBN: 9781640276123

Andrew Kessler

Andrew Kessler is the former creative director at Campfire. He co-produced Mars: The Quest for Life on the Discovery Channel and holds a degree in mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley.

Book preview

INTRODUCTION

When I start to think about what has real meaning in my life, along with my spiritual pursuits, I can’t pay any higher tribute to the arts. How much they have helped and guided me all these years. They were my comforter and constant companion through some dark and difficult times. From limited resources it began, building one painting or poem at a time. The beginning of this journey started twenty-seven years ago. It seems incredible to me that so much time has passed. But that’s the beauty of this adventure. There is no expiration date for it. So, anything can be possible given the proper effort, focus and determination to see it through.

Join me on this journey of discovery through my original art, photographic art and poetry, visuals and thoughts that have helped to shape who I am today.

Then start your own journey. You may be surprised what you can discover about yourself.

JOURNEY

Sunlit passages…

Moonlight strolls

Take me on incredible journeys

Filled with starlight fantasies

Visions sublime…

A mixture