Richard Tinkler

Richard Tinkler (born 1975) is an American abstract artist who works in painting and drawing. He is equally known for his kaleidoscopic oil paintings and complex, geometric drawings.

Early life and education Tinkler was born in Westminster, Maryland. He received a BA from the University of North Texas in 1999, and an MFA from Hunter College in 2003.

Artwork For his paintings, Tinkler uses a wet-on-wet technique, applying layers of short brush strokes to create drifting symmetrical shapes that have been compared to textiles, tapestries or quilts.