Painter Gus Harper’s goal is to “show the spectacular in the everyday.” Enjoy his amazing portfolio, and be sure to visit his website for more information about this talented artist.
![Artist in front of "The Best of Us"](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Artist-in-Studio-in-fron-of-The-Best-of-Us-acrylic-on-wood-10x20-ft.jpg)
Artist Gus Harper in front of “The Best of Us”, acrylic on wood, 10′ x 20′
I am a 41 year old artist from Santa Monica, now living and working in Culver City, CA. I have been a full time artist for 15 years.
![Fractured Adam](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Fractured-Adam-oil-on-canvas-55x65.jpg)
“Fractured Adam” oil on canvas, 55″ x 65″
My first show was at Ground Zero in Marina Del Rey and since then I have shown my work in New Orleans, Denver, New York, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta. My most recent show, “Fade to White” was at LOCZIdesign in San Francisco.
![New Dozen](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/New-Dozen-oil-on-canvas-50x65.jpg)
“New Dozen” oil on canvas 50″ x 65″
I am currently working on a body of work called “Searching For Heroes” which will be unveiled in L.A. on January 18th, 2014.
![Blue Rose Striped](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Blue-Rose-Striped-oil-on-canvas-50x70.jpg)
“Blue Rose Striped” oil on canvas 50″ x 70″
I think I have worked hard to get to a place where I can spend my days just focusing on growing as an artist. I’m grateful that I have the time to challenge myself with completely new bodies of work.
![Sleepers](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Sleepers-oil-on-canvas-48x112.jpg)
“Sleepers” oil on canvas 48″ x 112″
I’m not just painting the same images I was making 10 years ago. I have stumbled into new territory, struggles, and learned. It’s very rewarding to step in a new direction and find meaning.
![Red Rose Grid](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Red-Rose-Grid-oil-on-canvas-6.5x5.4-ft.jpg)
“Red Rose Grid” oil on canvas 6’5″ x 5’4″
I am currently working on a series called “Searching For Heroes.” It is about the artist searching for inspiration. I’m completely engaged in this and loving it. It’s taking me to new places.
![Searching for More Heroes](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Searching-for-More-Heroes-acrylic-on-canvas-55x65.jpg)
“Searching for More Heroes” acrylic on canvas, 55″ x 65″
What inspires me? Anytime I see someone living with passion, I feel inspired. I once saw a band jamming at a small bar in Northern Brazil. I thought, “I wanna make paintings the way these guys play music.”
![Awake](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Awake-oil-on-canvas-36x30.jpg)
“Awake” oil on canvas 36″ x 30″
But mostly, it is a snowball effect. Once I start making one painting, I get several ideas for more. And the snowball grows and keeps rolling…
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