Calvin Clausell, Jr.

Based in Los Angeles CA, Calvin seeks to bring to life the revealed moments of vulnerability and passion, Specializing in large scale realism Oil paintings.

Loving the idea of bringing life to paper, he originally gravitated towards charcoal and graphite. Teaching himself shading techniques by observing human expression and emotion.  

He began oil painting after reading the book “The Artist’s Way.”  

“That book helped reshape my perspective as an artist, branching out and trying different mediums lead me to oil painting.” - Calvin

Since transitioning to oil in 2016, he’s continued to expand on ideas and techniques while diving deeper within himself and his culture. His recent works are inspired by the Black experience and what it means to be black, peeling back the layers within all forms.