Raised: Santa Cruz, CA
Resides: Western Addition, San Francisco

Vision:
Eric Bailey’s free and spontaneous style, with its graceful brushstrokes and sparkling palette, has drawn critical acclaim throughout the bay area. Originally drawn to design and illustration it was not until the later half of his college education that Eric dedicated himself to painting. Inspired by classical art Eric uses the “alla prima” method of oil painting; a method in which the image is completed with the first application of paints to the entire area, instead of being built up by layering. He also works on the whole canvas continuously rather then completing one section at a time. His free form produces brilliant color that appears to be set in motion by the energetic application.
With a gothic yet highly sensitive touch Eric’s angels and birds are studies of re-birth. His interest in the topic culminates in his signature subject, “the little boy”. With a sweeping grace and subtle sadness Eric’s paintings whisper an ancient tale of hope.

Education:
BFA Design and Illustration, Academy of Arts, San Francisco

Achievements:
Featured artists in “Freedom Book” vol. 1
Featured artist in Proarts show, Oakland

"Peacock" oil on board, 48"x36", $1,150	"Angel Boy" ink on paper, 7"x5", $100	"My Friend Ted" oil on canvas, 21"x24", $700
"Cielo" oil on board, 40"x24", $600	"Birds & Bullets" oil on wood, 18"x20", $650	"Sky High" oil on wood, 5"x48", $200

'Bird Boy " oil on canvas, 35"x48", $1100	"Paint" oil on canvas, 32"x48", $1900

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