artist's statement
I am randomly inspired - an unusual color combination, emotions, nature, every day things, photos. I enjoy experimenting with techniques, subjects, colors and materials. Sometimes I complete a few sketches before beginning a painting and other times I let the canvas and paint guide the creative process. I love creating commissioned pieces because it presents the unique opportunity to collaborate with someone and create artwork that specifically complements a unique space.

As far as influences, I count numerous artists as inspiration and sources of influence. However, the ones that immediately come to mind are Varnette Honeywood, Romare Bearden, Pablo Picasso, Jacob Lawrence, Jackson Pollack, Georgia O'Keeffe and Vincent Van Gogh.

The creative process brings me immense joy and I am eternally thankful for the opportunity to do something that is so much fun and that is enjoyed and appreciated by others. Thank You!

bio
Reiko Renee Tate is originally from Nashville, Tennessee. After living and working in Nashville, San Francisco and Atlanta, Reiko now works out of her studio in the Washington, DC area where she works on commissions, illustrations and random creative explorations. Reiko's artwork can be found in residential and corporate collections throughout the United States.

random inspirations
daydreams... sunflowers... pure happiness... nice people... ocean breezes... bluesy jazz... the beach... seinifeld reruns... mocha frappuchinos... divine love... the creative process... choices-nikki giovanni... mid-afternoon naps... hammocks... shopping... new places... subtlety... pasta... ALL shades of the color blue... the sky at sunset and sunrise... the night sky away from the city... dream variations-langston hughes... ella & frank... good brother blues-pearl cleage... a love supreme-john coltrane... SNL... new experiences…