Artist's Statement
"I believe that all living entities are incarnates of a universal feminine principle called nature and because of this I never lose the feeling of perfect at-homeness with this universal rapture. As we blossom to the sky we are embraced by the soft mystic
glow of the atmosphere where ancestral rhythms still linger in our muscles, nerves and brain, igniting cosmic overtones of pride, dignity and spiritual affinities.
I constantly listen for that infinite rhythm that allows me an opportunity to develop a vision that can lead to a further understanding of this rhythmic journey to the over-soul, the soul of the whole; the wise silence; the universal beauty, to which every part and particle of our being is related to the eternal one."
Growing up from humble beginnings in Trinidad and Tobago, Glenn was influenced by renowned artist, Carlisle Chang, with whom he worked and developed his skills in the areas of painting, mural, costume and stage designs.
A desire to pursue a professional career in painting led him to being awarded a scholarship to study art at Pratt University N.Y. and Art Students League N.Y. He returned to Trinidad in the late 1970’s and spent years teaching art at high school level. Glenn exhibited his works at various galleries and two of his paintings are in the permanent collection of the National Museum of Trinidad and Tobago. He received honours and awards, namely winner of the Trinidad and Tobago leg of the Caribbean Art Competition and first runner up in the finals held in Barbados. One of his paintings titled "Jana Gana Mana", mixed media, was featured in the International Review of African American Art, Vol 8, #3, 1989.
Currently Glenn has his studio in Montclair N.J and holds a B.F.A in studio art from Montclair State University. Art enthusiast visited his studio during the annual Montclair Studio Tour featuring the works of Montclair artists. Over the years he exhibited at Medgar Evers College N.Y, The Trinidad and Tobago mission in N.Y, Iandor Gallery Newark N.J. and other locations, the most recent being The Caribbean Latin Fine Art by the sea, South Street Seaport N.Y.
Glenn continues to work diligently exploring and creating mixed media pieces consisting of found objects, textural surfaces, a harmony of colours and forms representative of his Caribbean heritage. He believes that all living entities are incarnates of a universal feminine principle, called nature, which ignite cosmic overtones of pride, dignity and spiritual affinities.
Contact:
GLENN ROOPCHAND
579 Upper Mountain Ave.
Montclair NJ. 07043
Tel:
(973) 746-7933
e-mail: angelroop@hotmail.com
