Kell Kildahl
Oil Paintings
“Kell Projects,” the title of my art practice, is about creating as much as projecting. On view, are oil paintings that come from an internal space, seeking to reassemble and disassemble identity through the visual exploration of place, objects, and geological forms.
Coleman Glacier 24” X 24“
This oil painting portrays a view that looks down into the Coleman Glacier, seen from the Heliotrope ridge trail in Washington. It took place after a first dusting of snow.
Engineer Boots 24” X 24”
Coast to Coast 16” X 20”
On display at The Confluence Gallery as part of “Object Lessons” through May 31st, 2025. https://www.confluencegallery.org
Bluebird 16” X 20” 20
Shuksan Fin + Pink Moon (2) 12”X 40”
I created these two paintings for the purpose of being printed onto a pair of custom skis in collaboration with Folsom Custom Skis in Denver, Colorado. https://www.folsomskis.com/graphics#FEATURED
The images feature the "fin" of Mount Shuksan in Washington as well as stills of rapid waves from the Nooksack river. This piece represents renewal in an active sense; to actively decide to be the person you want to be; to practically throw yourself into your own future.
Shuksan 12” X 12” (sold)
A plein-air oil painting of Mount Shuksan from the Artist’s Point area of Mount Baker National Forest during the early summer.
Scissors 20 X 20”
A still life done in a painting style inspired by the Trompe-l'œil art technique, this image of large rusted scissors captures a darker side of a common tool. The object is intended to be figurative and alive.
