Blue Emersion - Original Abstract Acrylic on Paper Vibrant composition by California artist Charles "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018). Multicolored layers of green, purple and orange blend and overlap to create depth and a variety of textures. Multicolored print impressions add to the contrast in the composition. Acquired with a collection of the artist's work. Displayed in a white mat. Mat: 24"H x 20"W Paper: 17"H x 14"W Image: 16"H x 13 1/2"W Charles David "Dave" Francis (American, 1951-2018) was an artist from Santa Cruz, California. He worked in acrylic and stained glass, specifically because the two methods are so dissimilar: "My paintings are very loose and expressive while my stained glass is structured and very much "within the lines". Painting is an exploration and discovery process. I put paint down in many layers until I produce an image I find exciting. In contrast, my stained glass requires a lot of planning and very exacting execution."