Lance Carlson is an abstract painter based in Long Beach, California. Inspired by both natural and urban landscapes, his work is characterized by loosely painted shapes, high-contrast palettes, intricate mark making and linework. He endeavors to harmonize the chaotic environment around him into cohesive compositions, illustrating his perception of order and chaos in the physical world.

Carlson’s paintings have been featured in both domestic and international exhibitions, and his works are included in collections in the United States and abroad.

Education

Drawing and Painting, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, CA

Fine Art, Cypress College, Cypress, CA

Upcoming Events

Long Beach Open Studio Tour, October 26-27, 2024, 1-5 pm, Artist Co-Op, 1330 Gladys Ave, Long Beach, CA

Featured Artist, December 2024, Sandstone Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA

Exhibition History

2024

Here, Lately, Featured Artist for March, March 7 - April 1, Sandstone Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA

2023

Garden, Micro-Gallery 30, Bixby Village, Long Beach, CA

Keep it Simple, Group Show, Artist Co-Op, Long Beach, CA

New Work, Group Show, Artist Co-Op, Long Beach, CA

2022

Here and Now, Group Show, Artist Co-Op, Long Beach, CA

Solo Show, District Wine, Long Beach, CA

Fresh:  A Group Art Show Presented by Art Clout in Collaboration with Long Beach Creative Group, Rod Briggs Gallery, Long Beach, CA

2021

Small Works Show, Page Against the Machine, Long Beach, CA

Art2Life International Juried Exhibition, Online Group Exhibit, Juried by Juan Kelly, Nuart Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

Coming Together: An Exhibition of Small Works, Long Beach Creative Group, Long Beach, CA

Marks, Flatline Gallery, Long Beach, CA

Centered on the Center, Huntington Beach Art Center, Huntington Beach, CA

Benefit Exhibits

2024, Open Gallery Benefit Show, Artist Co-Op, Long Beach, CA