1952

52 In the last column, JoeNovak explained that age was irrelevant to his work as an artist. He can continue indefinitely. Joe left . a successful law practice in his mid-forties and now paints fulltime in his studio in Santa Fe, N.M.

One is tempted to describe what Joe does as painting, but it is much, much more. He has penetrated to remote dimensions and greatly enlarged the two-dimensional art form. He calls it "light emanations." The central piece in each free-standing work is one or more large paintings of up to nine or ten feet in size depicting a large sphere of a predominant color. In addition, multi-circuit lighting and a computerized light-cycling control create light programs which change continuously and give the impression of moving images. A special soundtrack adds synchronized music. The paintings are in a self-contained space which can be adapted to the dimensions and features of the chosen locale.

Joe says, "My paintings are concerned with color, light, and space, which I approach through the use of a predominant color, tonal gradations, and large scale. Out of my process luminosity is achieved that infuses the paintings with a meditative, spiritual quality." The New York Times describes his work as "hypnotic, meditative surfaces resonating color and light, which draw the viewer with their massive size and startling luminescence."

These paintings are the life of Joe Novak, and he is always looking for a new home for one of his works. This is a problem, for he needs to find a business headquarters or a museum gallery. Few of us would give up the entire living room. However, we may know of someone with taste, daring, and space for one of these fascinating works. Write or call Joe at Box 393, Tesuque, NM 87574, (505) 984-0325.

Jock McClintock missed our piece on '52 at 65 because he is unreachable by normal communication techniques or even abnormal ones. His answering machine contacted ours and left the following explanation of the catalytic effect of turning 65. He is resigning from AARP, buying a Harley Davidson, hanging out with a younger crowd...at this point the machines stopped talking.

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