Ryan Browning
Aug 02, 2009    posted by: Jason Wong

Ryan Browning's paintings consist of ambient geometric forms in landscapes that make me think of Caspar Friedrich.  Mind you, this is only a mild reference as Browning creates three dimensional shapes that intervene with the environment rather than glorify it.  Its not to say that Browning's work is violent because there exists a playful melody which perpetuates their growth.  I don't know how many of you have ever grown sugar crystals in flasks, but the same effect is translating.  These forms are alive: moving, pulsating and free.