When you meet Tom Robinson ( www.tomrobinsonartist.com ), it's like encountering a natural force in its untamed state. There's a warmth and friendliness coupled with a barely-contained energy, which is evident in the many activities that he has been involved with in Chicago, and nationally, for more than 30 years. He is an artist and sculptor who has designed furniture, created many public art projects, and was instrumental in setting up the Chicago Art Open, an annual showcase for the work of Chicago's vibrant and eclectic art scene. I met Tom in his huge new studio and gallery space on the opening night of the show ' Drawing Attention '. Philip : You work in a variety of media. Do you see common threads or themes when you move between drawing, painting, sculpture, and constructions? Tom : I work in series and am very procedural, so each piece of work starts independently of the other. I would like to believe each medium eventually peaks into one thing. Phil...
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