About

Don Moore's life story reflects a strong duality that has shaped his artistic journey. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, he grew up along the coast of Southern California, where he discovered his passion for drawing and painting at a young age. Despite pursuing a career in graphic design as an art and creative director for 30 years, his love for fine art persisted, and he continued to paint throughout his professional life. In 2011, Don returned to school to earn his BFA and Master's degree in Drawing and Painting from the Academy of Art in San Francisco.

Don's latest body of work is a testament to his artistic growth and exploration. He employs sacred geometry to create strong compositional grids that blend seamlessly with his expressionistic style. By using non-traditional poses and playful staging, Don creates intimate portrait paintings that capture the current moment in each person's journey. This project reflects his interest in studying the psychology of today's portrait and our need to fit in or be "liked."

Using his interest in math and content organization, Don's compositions are fragmented and abstracted through the use of sacred geometry. This approach allows for multiple views from different angles, creating a visual purpose that is an inherent part of the physical fabric of our universe.

Don's dedication to his craft has earned him widespread recognition as one of the most talented and exciting artists in western Washington. His work has been featured in galleries locally and along the west coast, and he has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the art world. He currently teaches art at two different colleges and continues to experiment with new techniques and materials. With his boundless creativity and infectious enthusiasm, Don is sure to remain a major force in the world of art for many years to come.

Curriculum vitae

Education

2023 – The Academy of Art | San Francisco, CA

MA in Drawing and Painting.

2018 – The Academy of Art | San Francisco, CA

BFA In Drawing and Painting.

1990 La cite internationale universitaire de Paris | Paris, France

Studied fine art, contemporary literature & opera.

1990 Scuola Leonardo da Vinci | Florence, Italy

Studied fine art, contemporary literature & opera.

1986 Art Center College of Design | Pasadena, CA

Studied drawing and advertising design.

Awards

2019 Collective Visions, 1st Place

2018 Collective Visions, Merit Award

2018 Paint Out Poulsbo, Best in Show

Solo Exhibitions

2012 End of the Beginning, Winslow Art Center, Bainbridge Island, WA

1995 Selected works on paper and canvas, The Lab, Costa Mesa, CA

1991 Birth of an Artist, The Static Gallery, Cypress, CA

Group Exhibitions

2023 Artist Spot Light, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, Bainbridge, WA

2019 Student Show, The Academy of Art, San Francisco, CA

2012 Instructors Show, Winslow Art Center, Bainbridge Island, WA

2010-2012 Bainbridge Island Studio Tour, Various Studios, Bainbridge Island, WA

2010-2012 Artist Markeplace, Various Studios, Bainbridge Island, WA

2001 Centered on the Center, Huntington Beach Art Center, Huntington Beach, CA

Professional Experience

2022-Current Adjunct Professor, Olympic College, Bremerton, WA

2021-Current Adjunct Professor, Northwest College of Art and Design, Tacoma, WA

2010 Instructor, School of Visual Concepts, Seattle, WA

2002-2009 Lecturer, The Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA

2003-2006 Lecturer, California State University of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA