Kingdom of the Sun by Rasouli
Bob Rickerson, Gallery Director of The Saddleback College Art Gallery is pleased to present Journey of the Spirit from Dream to Reality on February 9th through March 10th. The artist, Rassouli, is a Master of ‘Fusionart’, a visionary artist who has come to the attention of the international art world in recent years. What makes his art so unique is the way he translates spiritual experience from his subconscious onto canvas through meditation at sunrise. With vibrant hues, Rassouli produces joyful color blends and circular brushwork that create a timeless perspective. Rassouli’s art is about cosmic unity. His painting style is derived from mysticism, spirituality of Rumi and Hafiz, and a foundation in European painting technology.
The conceptual approach of ‘Fusionart’ has been developing in Rassouli since early childhood, and it is evident in his paintings, reliefs, architectural design, sculptures, book illuminations and murals. He was born in Isfahan, Iran and was raised in a historical home decorated with murals and intricate floral designs. Inspired and encouraged by his mystic uncle, Rassouli developed an early appreciation for painting and mystical poetry, and he spent endless hours taking lessons from classical and impressionist artists, and studying mysticism. Soon he discovered new ways to transform his subconscious images into forms that he could share with others.
Gallery hours are Monday – Wednesday from noon-4 pm; Thursday evenings 4-8 pm. An artists’ reception will be held Thursday, April 8th from 6-9 pm. Admission is free.
The gallery will also be open Saturday, February 26th from 10 am to 2 pm. A “Meet the Artist” reception will follow from 2-4 pm where Rassouli will give an intimate presentation of his work in room FA 202 (adjacent to the Art Gallery). Refreshments will be served and patrons will have an opportunity to get up close and personal with the artist.
The Saddleback College Art Gallery is one of South Orange County’s primary outlets for creative expression in traditional and conceptual art. Exhibitions featuring works by local, regional and nationally known artists are presented from September to July. The Art Gallery is an important part of the instructional program. Students enrolled in the gallery display and exhibition classes learn how to plan, design, install and organize gallery space through art exhibitions.
Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Pkwy in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit. Parking is available in Lot 12. Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the second left to “Theatre Circle,” turning right into Lot 12.
Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.
