Carving Clouds | Artwork by William H. Hays

Current Exhibition

The Copley Society of Art is proud to present Carving Clouds, a solo-show from Artist Member and printmaker William H. Hays. Creating reduction prints since 2007, Hays is known for vibrant compositions characterized by the layering of colors in rhythmic patterns, conveying mood and harmony. Carving Clouds will also feature an artist talk hosted by William in Co|So’s Upper Gallery on Saturday, September 6th at 2:00PM. Hays will discuss his intricate landscape relief print techniques and share stories behind his work. Join us in this largest solo presentation of his relief prints, and get a deeper look at his intimate and captivating artworks.

“Landscape is the foundation of my inspiration. I often work as much from a memory or an impression than from a particular place. My compositions are the framework on which I hang a sequence of layered colors in rhythmic patterns to create a mood and a harmonious image. Using reduction printing techniques and sometimes multiple blocks allows me a level of complexity which suits my drive to create artworks which evoke my imaginings, my experiences and my creations.

As an artist who studies nature I am attracted by the sense that there is a guiding hand. I seek the fruition of my guiding hand where the hand itself has become invisible. I attempt to make the flow and harmony of my artworks appear as if there were no other possibility than the balance they possess.” – William H. Hays

Note: As the work displayed in Carving Clouds are parts of an edition, additional prints may be purchased from inventory EVEN IF THEY ARE MARKED AS SOLD. Please ask Co|So staff if interested.