About
Dan Blackwell is Tell Tall Tales, and he is an enigmatic and visionary fine artist whose work defies conventional boundaries. With an artistic journey that is a kaleidoscope of emotions and ideas, resulting in compelling and thought-provoking creations that ventures into deeper realms, exploring the surreal and the dark. Infusing his work with dreamlike, otherworldly elements, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.
His canvas becomes a mirror reflecting the intricacies of emotion, identity, and the shared human experience. His works often beckon viewers to confront their innermost thoughts and confront the profound complexities and absurdities of life.
Dan’s artistic process is a dynamic dialogue among his influences and his unquenchable curiosity about life. Working in mostly digital mediums, Dan Blackwell continues to evolve as an artist, relentlessly pushing the boundaries of his creativity. His art invites viewers to explore the confluence of his many influences, and the intricate tapestry of the human psyche. In his art, he reminds us that the human condition is a labyrinth of emotions, thoughts, experiences, and contradictions waiting to be unravelled and celebrated. Dan’s work serves as a poignant reminder of the profound impact art can have on our understanding of ourselves and the world that envelopes us.
My Inspiration
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Social Deconstruction
Every societal norm that exists around us is a construct built by societies both in the present and the past. These contain the layers of power, hierarchy, and control embedded...
Social Deconstruction
Every societal norm that exists around us is a construct built by societies both in the present and the past. These contain the layers of power, hierarchy, and control embedded...
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My Art is Not for the Faint-Hearted
At its core, my art is meant to stir emotions, it doesn’t aim to please or to fit within the establishment’s definitions. Instead, it stands as a rebellion against it—a...
My Art is Not for the Faint-Hearted
At its core, my art is meant to stir emotions, it doesn’t aim to please or to fit within the establishment’s definitions. Instead, it stands as a rebellion against it—a...
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A Journey of Practice, Not Magic
Art is an incredibly fulfilling pursuit—one that I, along with many others, deeply enjoy. However, it’s important to recognize that creating art isn’t some kind of magical, innate gift. It’s...
A Journey of Practice, Not Magic
Art is an incredibly fulfilling pursuit—one that I, along with many others, deeply enjoy. However, it’s important to recognize that creating art isn’t some kind of magical, innate gift. It’s...