I think that art is a creative manifestation of one's own accumulated life experiences....the subconscious mind's need to translate one's present state into visual clues, symbols, pictures, and daydreams for self-explanation of life and existence. I am seeking, struggling for, and arriving at tangible images of personal understanding.

Andrew Portwood (b.1961, Decatur, Alabama) is a visual artist currently based in New Orleans. He studied at Auburn University’s School of Visual Art and Design, earning a Bachelor of Fine Art. His career began with freelance illustration work, including award-winning children’s books such as Dragon Scales & Willowleaves (Junior Library Guild Award, 1998) and cover art for Knock At A Star (1999). Portwood now focuses on his personal artwork, creating large abstract paintings, lyrical abstractions, and expressive pencil drawings. His recent fine art exhibitions include The Mid-Summer Show (July 26–August 16, 2024) and Recess (June 6–27, 2025) at Meyer Vogl Gallery in Charleston, SC.

Abstract No. 28
$4,900.00
Desert Dream
$6,500.00
Emerald
$9,500.00
Sun Painting
$6,500.00
White-Out
$6,500.00