Scott Idleman

Artist Statement

Micro vs. Macro Do we live in a big, big world or a microcosmos where everyone and everything is connected in increasingly facile ways? Inspired by topographic maps, microscopic imagery, archeological excavations, Aboriginal art, and rhythms and patterns in nature, Idleman explores themes of connectivity and energy with the works on canvas and paper seen here. Scott Idleman is a San Francisco based fine artist and award-winning graphic designer. He graduated from Kansas City Art Institute in 1986 with a degree in graphic design and minors in fibers, painting and photography. Idleman’s design work includes cover book cover design, wine label design, and rock posters for Bill Graham Presents. Idleman’s artwork has recently been exhibited at Groove Salon, Doe-SF, and The Producer’s Loft all in San Francisco. He has donated artwork to Visual Aid’s “Big Deal” auctions in 2009 and 2010, Hospitality House's 25th Annual Art Auction in 2010 and 2010, and Visual Aid’s 2011 Spring Auction at Chronicle Books. Please visit www.scottidlemanart.com to see Idleman’s artwork online.