Paul C Peterson MD

Allen C. Smith, also known as Denny Smith, is a dedicated painter and artist based in Elmira, New York. His artistic process is deeply personal, often stemming from fleeting thoughts that emerge during his daily life, particularly upon waking. Smith's abstract creations are a reflection of his inner world, where each stroke of the brush follows an unconscious path guided by his emotions and inspirations.

Despite graduating from art school in the 1970s, Smith considers himself an emerging artist, now fully immersed in pursuing his passion after years of other pursuits. Influenced by a diverse range of music genres, from French and American jazz to rock and blues, Smith finds a rhythm in his paintings that echoes the melodies he listens to while working in his studio.

In his latest series, Smith channels his artistic expression to respond to the invasion of Ukraine, using his paintings as a form of protest against Russian aggression. Through his abstract and modern artworks, Smith explores themes of conflict and destruction, creating pieces that serve as a poignant commentary on the harrowing realities of war.

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