Meet Greg Schaefer | Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Greg Schaefer and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Greg, how do you think about risk?
Risk is apart of everyday life, and life is a contact sport. I’m always thinking about minimizing my risk and that of others from the decisions I make. My life has often been put in harms way; being a Marine as a younger man. From those lessons I try to incorporate the logical and the bizarre which I pass on to my art today. Its experimental, and I’m always having to engineer the forms and solve problems. I probably always will, and I like that.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I’m currently working in mixed media sculpture. My works are an abstract representation a manifestation of microscopic materials, space exploration, mythology, fantastical or dystopian worlds. I think what might set my work apart from others is that my art will always evolve. It’s known for its random texture or color. To get where I am . You just have to start somewhere. Starting something new is never easy you just have to push, have the discipline to continue on. I wish to always evolve.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Hiking At Mission Trails, fish tacos, hang out in OB and watch the sunset. Then dinner at Kaiserhoff just down the road.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Absolutely! I would have to give a big shout out to my family and friends. To the art community in San Diego, and in particular to Brian Black who has been a great source of inspiration and support for my work. Thank you.

Website: www.gregschaeferart.com
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