Ronnie Beets was born in Fortaleza, Brazil some
30 years ago, though you would never know it by his beguiling good looks. He
has been drawing, painting, and otherwise making the world a more interesting
place since his childhood.
He recalls
the first painting he ever really studied, Picasso's 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon'
and acknowledges how that particular piece has influenced so much of his work
since. “(The painting) is monumental, in
the sense of its size and epic in the scale of its implications. You can interpret this piece from such a
broad spectrum of experience that anyone with even half a brain can derive from
it. That's exactly what makes it so
wonderful!"
Beets goes on to
explain his distaste for explaining his work to the viewer. "If you cannot pull your own personal
meaning from a piece of art, then it is clearly not for you. I desire that my work, like those that I
admire so much, is emotionally available to the majority of people who see them. That's what I really want."
Name three items you would want to have if
you were stranded on a desert island.
Stranded on a desert island? I would have Chik-fil-a sandwiches, Jack
Daniels, and one of those books that tell you how to survive if stranded on a
desert island.
What are you currently reading?
At the moment, I am finishing up A Million
Little Pieces. For Middle America, a
shocking account of addiction and rehabilitation. For me, not so shocking.
Describe how your favorite day would play
out?
The best day would be waking up and feeling
well rested, having coffee then going for a nice walk. I would spend the afternoon painting and
playing music, dancing with myself. I would receive a call from the gallery
representing me to let me know that my exhibit had sold out and several more
shows and commissions have been lined up.
I would go out for a drink or five to celebrate with a small handful of
proud and supportive friends. My parents
would call and tell me how proud they were then I would settle in for the
evening curled up and kissing the face of someone beautiful who thinks I am
amazing. I would dream all night and
wake up full of ideas for the next pieces and do it all again.
Do you have any David vs. Goliath stories
from your past? Were you the good guy?
Not really...
Do you dream in color?
Yes! Always!
What’s your favorite movie quote?
"Don't fuck with me, fellas!"
What color if any is your aura?
Aura? Oh, bitch, please...
If there are past lives, who do you think
you were?
I believe that I have always been and shall
continue to be whoever I may presently be.
Coffee, tea or hot toddy?
Coffee. Black.
What major historical event would you have
loved to be present for?
I would like to have been present for the
building of the Great Pyramid at Giza.
Boxers, briefs, or commando?
Yes.
If you got a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavor
to name, what would you call it?
Try Ben & Jerry's new Menthol Whiskey
Swirl!
Do you have any irrational fears?
I am terrified of flying. Absolutely terrified.
What was your first job?
My first job was a bag boy at a Winn-Dixie,
which later became Ingles Market. Damn,
I'm getting old...
What’s your biggest pet peeve?
I hate disorganization, sloppiness, and
clutter. Drives me nuts.
What was your first car?
My first car was a ‘93 Pontiac
Bonneville. It was actually a nice
little car. I drove it to Key West and
the transmission fell out and then...oh, never mind.
What old past time might you want to have
brought back?
I would like to rekindle my interest in
Philately. It was very relaxing and I
had a knack for finding the rare ones.
(Don't feel ashamed if you have to look it up, dear reader.)
What’s in your music player?
No comment...
What age do you hope to die?
76 seems about right. Not leaving too soon and not hanging around too long. Yeah, 76 is good.
See more of Ronnie's artwork at http://www.artbeets.com/
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