Stuart Yankell's painting celebrates life and the common fabric of humanity. Working in ink, oil, acrylic and digital formats, he combines abstraction with a kinetic approach rooted in classical lighting and form that both embraces historical convention and seeks to expand the language of art. For nearly four decades, Yankell has painted a multitude of musical and dance forms as well as figurative themes from abroad range of global settings. The works are developed through a combination of on-site painting at locations throughout the United States and abroad as well as studio work that incorporates live models and an exploration of instinct and imagination. Moving between realism and abstraction, Yankell’s painting is about seeing, depicting both the focus and periphery of natural vision. Drawn from a universe of influences and insights, Yankell’s work has earned a place in the vanguard of contemporary figurative painting and has been displayed in museums and galleries throughout the world.