"Guitar," abstract compositions

TOM CRAMER (Oregon, born 1960), signed lower right, dated 2013.

Renowned for his vibrant palette and intricate visual rhythm, Tom Cramer’s Guitar Abstract Composition I exemplifies his signature style—a fusion of street art energy and musical inspiration. With bold outlines, layered shapes, and kinetic geometry, the work evokes the structure and spontaneity of a jazz improvisation.

Cramer, a key figure in Portland’s art scene, often draws from the visual language of psychedelia, cubism, and stained glass. This composition bursts with dynamic forms that suggest movement and harmony, inviting the viewer to find melody in the interplay of color and line. Signed and dated in the lower right, this painting is a striking example of Cramer's ongoing exploration of abstract expression through music and design.