Artist Lucien Downes – Journey to Art

March 30, 2021

Meet artist Lucien Downes as we explore his motivations. He shares his journey to Art and the innovative methods he used to create his masterpieces.

Lucien Downes is a contemporary, abstract, figurative, artist. that demonstrates freedom of thought and expression through mixed media. His works are composed of spiritual and worldly elements that function independently at times or merge to encompass a whole. Lucien utilizes resin, acrylic, fibers, raw pigments, plexiglass, and sometimes found objects, to create his pieces.

On a more personal side, I’m always impressed with Lucien as a mentor to fellow young artists. As one of his projects dear to his heart, he curates “New Blood” which gives up and coming artists a place to show their work. Giving young artists exposure as well as learning the business end of having their work shown in a gallery. He remembers the days he hustled, learning by trial and error, and how he had to get creative to make a name for himself. Bravo Lucien!

In the month of April, Lucien has pushed the boundaries again by participating in three Art shows on all three islands in one month.

Check out Lucien’s upcoming art shows on all three island

St. John: April 03, 2021, at Bajo El Sol Gallery

St. Croix: April 10, 2021 “New Blood” at Caribbean Museum.

St. Thomas: April 17, 2021, at 81-C

Lucien’s work is also available on his website: www.Luciendownesart.com