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Dramatic Chromatics! The Contemporary Art Work of Chromatic Structuralism by Artist David John Rush at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, April 15-September 7


Mr.
Rush is a local New
Jersey native having painted here and abroad for over 50 years.  His
work, affectionately referred to at times, as "Dramatic
Chromatic's" is a rarely seen art form that has its art history roots from the late
1800's into the early part of the 1900's.  Actually, these paintings in
oils and acrylics  are
properly called Chromatic Structuralism.  Artist David Rush uses
geometry and color for a dramatic impact giving his paintings movement
and attitude.  Their curious
play on the eye brings the observer on an interesting voyage through
multiple layers
of color, depth, illusion and image that playfully confuse and
perplex.  Mr. Rush enjoys tickling the viewer's brain and stimulating
imaginations with each new original Chromatic Structuralism painting. 
"The onlooker is left to
interpret for themselves what they see or don't see" states Mr. Rush and
adds, "I try to shock the ordinary into extraordinary by combining the
elements of color and geometry."


Mr. Rush's work in Chromatic Structuralism can be
seen at The Park Avenue Club, in the Hedley Room,  located at 184 Park
Avenue in Florham Park, N J  07932 beginning April 15 through September 7
and is sponsored by the Park Avenue Club Art Association. With its
mission of on-going philanthropic work, the Art Association supports
eleven different charities and cultural organizations through exhibits
like Mr. Rush's.  Upon being selected for this solo show at Park Avenue
Club, Mr. Rush commented, "I get the benefit of sharing my paintings
with the public while at the same time supporting the mission of the
Club.  It's a win-win situation for me."  Mr. Rush's exhibit is free to
the public, but please call first to be certain the Hedley Room is
available the day you would like to visit as occasionally it is utilized
for other matters.  Hours are Monday from 7am to 5pm and Tuesday
through Friday from 7am to 7:30 pm. You can visit their website at:  parkavenueclub.com or email at:  info@parkavenueclub.com.  For more information the Park Avenue Club can be reached at 973-301-8233.

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