Puck

Location: Downtown - Scott Trade Center

Sponsor: St. Louis Blues 14 Fund

Artist: Sheldon Johnson

Sheldon’s passion for painting began in 2001 after viewing a Ellsworth Kelly/Henri Matisse plant drawing exhibit. He began painting large scale plant forms with strong color and movement. His work has evolved toward pure abstraction while always referring back to nature.

Inspiration:

“Puck” is painted vivid blue and yellow, the colors of St. Louis Blues.  The butterfly's black spots were created with autographed hockey pucks from the 2010 Blues team players.  The base was transformed from flower petals to the rink at the Scottrade Center to capture the spirit and excitement of the game.  The butterfly also acknowledges the Blues 14 Fund, created with the mission to help the health and wellness of youth in the St. Louis area.

GOING TO AUCTION 5/21/11