Meet Damian Gomes

Today we’d like to introduce you to Damian Gomes.

Damian, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
My name is Damian Gomes and I’m an artist/painter. I enjoyed drawing as a kid but I didn’t understand the figure until much later. A few years of life drawing got me acquainted with the human form and anatomy. After I had that foundation it was easy to see the figure doing whatever I wished them to do, model or no. This was fun for a time but like many artists, I grew tired of reality. I began to distort my figures and create new realities. My reality. Somewhere in 2010, I got the notion I should paint something. I’ve been ruining shirts and pants ever since.

Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
I think the biggest struggle I find in the art business is getting the work in front of the right people.

Tell us more about your work.
I work for myself. I’m a freelance artist/painter. I specialize in large abstract figurative works in oil or mixed media. I also do custom portraits and commissioned work on occasion just about everything I make is straight from imagination or memory.

Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
I’m blessed with some good friends and family that believe in my work. Plus, I’ve met many wonderful people along the way with a deep appreciation for art and artists. Thank you, you know who you are.

Contact Info:

• Website: damiangomes.com
• Email: thang2do@gmail.com
• Instagram: damian_gomes

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