As an artist, I believe that one of the most important responsibilities I have is to observe and interpret the world around me with as much honesty as I am capable of. My artwork is a documentation of the careful observation of my internal world, as it represents the emotional reaction to events and experiences of my external world. I am a self-taught artist and story teller. Whether I'm painting abstract or realism my work is visually expressive, brightly colored and bold. When working in oil, I enjoy using symbolism to tell personal yet relatable stories. The use of symbolism in my work for allows me to experiment and have fun with the creative process. The result of this process can best be described as surreal realism.

Biography

Born and raised in Texas, artist Wood Fancher Anthony is deeply inspired by the artistic richness of his mother’s homeland in Zacatecas, Mexico. Much of his work is filled with brilliant color and energy. Growing up in Houston, Wood was surrounded by his mother’s family and robust Mexican culture. His story and connection to Texas and Mexico allow him to create beautiful works inspired by his experience but fired by his imagination. He believes his art must have the ability to tell a story or provide a place for the viewer to get lost within and create their own story. Wood Fancher Anthony, a self-taught artist, can execute anything from abstract to realism and enjoys using a variety of mediums, but works primarily in oil. Wood Fancher Anthony earned his BBA in Accounting at the University of Saint Thomas in 2002 and studied drawing at the Glassell School of Art in Houston, Texas.