About
Exhibitions
Invitational Solo Exhibitions
2026 Pirate: Contemporary Art (Denver CO) – Portraiture in Color – Solo Exhibition – Jul 10 – Jul 26 2026
2026 Sputnik (Denver CO) – Colors of Joy- Solo Exhibition – May 1 – June 1 2026
2025 Pirate: Contemporary Art (Denver CO) – Shape of Emotions – Solo Exhibition – Nov 21 – Dec 8 2025
2025 NOBO Art District Art Space (Boulder CO) – Emotions – Solo Exhibition – Jun 27 – Jul 28 2025
Invitational Group Shows
2026 The Lincoln Center (Fort Collins CO) – The Bright Side - 4 Person Exhibition – May 1 – June 12 2026
2026 Pirate: Contemporary Art (Denver CO) – Members/ Anniversary Show – Jan 2 – Jan 18 2026
Juried Group Shows
2026 Cape Fear Studios (Fayetteville NC) - National 2D Competition 2026 – Juried Group Show – Jun 26 – Aug 25 2026
2026 Cole Art Center (Nacogdoches TX) – Texas National 2026 – Juried Group Show – Apr 17 – May 31 2026
2026 North River Arts Society (Marshfield Hills, MA) – Focus on Figures – Juried Group Show – April 11 - 30, 2026
2026 A.D. Gallery (Pembroke, NC) – Belonging – Juried Group Show – Feb 12 – Mar 6 2026
2026 Clark Gallery (Wabash IN) – Honeywell Annual Fine Art Competition- Juried Group Show – Jan 26 – Feb 25 2026
2026 Epperson Gallery (Crockett, CA) – From the Heart - Juried Group Show – Jan 17 – Feb 15 2026
2026 NKollective (Denver, CO) - Connect- Juried Group Show – Jan 10 – Feb 15 2026
2025 The Lab on Santa Fe (Denver CO) – Human Condition - Juried Group Show - Dec 5 – Dec 28 2025
2025 Lone Tree Art Center (Denver CO) – Lone Tree Art Expo - Juried Group Show – Oct 29 – Jan 5 2026
2025 40 West Gallery (Denver, CO) – Inside/Outside - Juried Group Show – Nov 7 – Dec 8 2025
2025 Riverviews Artspace (Lynchburg, VA) – Beyond All Boundaries- Juried Group Show – Nov 7 – Jan 11 2026
2025 The Arts Council of Wayne County (Goldsboro, NC) – 46th Annual National Juried Art Show - Juried Group Show – Oct 1 – Oct 31 2025
BIO
Randy Steinke discovered his passion for painting during his college years through courses in painting and art history. Since then, he has painted intermittently, but various life circumstances eventually guided him back to painting, which he now embraces as a full-time profession. Randy’s work is deeply rooted in figurative expressionism, characterized by bold, vibrant colors and figurative subjects. He employs shapes and forms to create compelling, cohesive compositions that capture both emotion and energy.
In his artistic practice, Randy draws significant influence from the portrait drawings and paintings of Henri Matisse, particularly in his exploration of composition, color, and complex backgrounds. Moving forward, Randy is focused on refining his techniques in his paintings, seeking to elevate the details of these elements.
Randy is committed to continuing his exploration of expressive color and form in the world of contemporary figurative art.
Artist Statement
When I look at the world around me, I see shapes emerging from textures, colors, and the play of light and shadow. I begin by photographing figurative subjects, which serve as the foundation for creating a dynamic composition. The goal is to form something cohesive and intentional, focusing more on the arrangement of shapes than on color at first. As I work, the shapes gradually take shape and suggest subtle color choices.
Once I’m satisfied with the overall composition, I begin envisioning colors that will enhance the forms. The first color introduced often leads to the discovery of others, with each one influencing the rest in a delicate balance. My focus is on exploring composition, color combinations, and abstract flat backgrounds, while continually refining my painting techniques.
For me, each painting is an intentional experiment, a journey that builds the groundwork for future experiments.
