About Joel Cohen
In 2008 Joel picked up a brush for the first time and, with no
formal training in painting or drawing, began a process that
now keeps him engaged every day of the week.
His work is described by others as primitive, satirical, or naïve...
but ask Joel what word best describes his painting and
the word “fun” repeats itself over and over.
Joel was introduced to painting by Gladys Goldstein, his neighbor, friend and nationally acclaimed artist renowned for her abstract paintings and innovative handmade papers on exhibit in perpetuity at The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC).
Joel has no formal training in painting and will tell you that he is a “Lucky Guy” to have had Gladys in his life and be introduced to painting by a woman who enjoyed it all her life.
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With over 400 completed paintings, his attention is directed to abstract interpretations he creates when applying acrylic paint and mixed media objects to canvas, wood, burlap or any other materials or surfaces he sees worthwhile for experimentation.
Andy Warhol once said, “Don’t think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.”
Joel Couldn't Agree More!