Lee Bomhoff's Technique

LEE BOMHOFF dabbled in oils -- but found his true love working with pastels.

Although most pastel artists lean more toward landscapes, Lee Bomhoff favored the human form as his topic of choice. Further distinguishing Lee from other pastel artists whose styles tend to be realism or abstract, Lee's style is more impressionistic, reminiscent of works from 19th century France.

Another unique characteristic of Lee's work is size. Much of Lee's work is large, some works are very large. Perfect for making a serious statement, no matter how simple or elaborate the décor in which it is displayed. Plus larger works of art can be enjoyed from anywhere in the room.

Pastel artists use a variety of blending tools to bring their work to life. One of the secrets to the beauty of Lee's work is that his favorite blending tool is of all things toilet tissue, but not just any toilet tissue. Lee said many times that only the “Charmin” brand gave him the results he wanted.

So many works of art need to be viewed at a certain distance, to be fully appreciated. But Lee's technique produces works that are equally stunning when viewed from across the room, or from inches away. Lee used a number of unique techniques to create his art, which helped to distinguish his work. But overriding everything was Lee's God-given talent.