IRVINE, Calif. (Nov. 18, 2014)—Ware Malcomb announced that CEO Lawrence R. Armstrong, an accomplished artist, has completed a number of international art exhibitions in Madrid, Toronto and Miami. His recent showings include: Iocandina Synchronies in Madrid from Oct. 2-15, Art Tour International in Toronto from Sept. 11-27, and Art Tour International in Miami from Sept. 5-12. Armstrong’s paintings and sculptures are currently being displayed at a year-long showing at Art Blend in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and at Bistango in Irvine, Calif. from September through December 2014.
“Lawrence is well known for his strategic, visionary approach to design and business, and his focus on creativity and innovation influence all of his artistic endeavors,” said Ruth Brajevich, chief marketing officer of Ware Malcomb. “His work as an architect is truly enhanced and inspired by his work as an artist, and I believe our clients appreciate this unique sensibility. At the same time, his art is inspired by modern architects and artists, as well as his international travels.”
Armstrong’s paintings and sculptures represent an ongoing exploration of the concept of layers: both how they interact and intersect with one another, and also the meanings contained within. For Armstrong, layers are to be found everywhere: in space and time, in intellect, in emotion, and in the synthesis and interpretation of form. Whether two- or three-dimensional in scope, the artwork that results is almost multi-sensory in nature, eliciting from the viewer a multifaceted experience of the wondrous complexity that ultimately composes our world. A piece of artwork is often precipitated by flashes of light and inspiration derived from anything from written text to music to a particular event. Regardless of its origins, through his art Armstrong explores the natural tension inherent in opposing forces, whether it’s the natural world versus built environments, or other paradigms such as chaos/order, free form/precision, random/planned action, and solid/void.
Armstrong has received numerous individual awards for personal art and design, including: Shaker Square Circle within a Square Design Competition, Cleveland Award, Terminal Tower Design Competition Award, OC Design Community Art Exhibition, Artavita 9th Contest, ATIM Masters Award, ATIM Choice Award, Artavita 10th Contest and AIA Honor Award.
