“Relentlessly inquisitive best describes me, both in the studio and in life. Simply stated: my quest is to seek it, find it, and do something with it. I have learned there are unlimited ways to find meaning in these pursuits.
I have also found endless ways to express those experiences in the studio. Like an alchemist, an artist spends a lifetime learning the physics of paint and other mediums in order to produce a desired result, which is “what” you see. As a result of these explorations, my career reflects a wide range of interests that have evolved and become intertwined through the years.
I could say that each of my works tells a story, recalls a memory, or is a mystery that requires/allows the viewer to complete it. With each project I challenge myself to exceed my expectations and, in the end, to please myself—a condition that has become increasingly difficult. When the finished piece pleases someone else, it’s comforting to know I’m not satisfied alone.
Finally, I hope the viewer of these works feels at least some of the interest and enjoyment I had in making them. After all, art is a celebration of life for both of us.”
Larry Roots, 1951 – 2025