Originally published for a 2009 exhibit at the legendary Baltimore DIY art haunt, The Windup Space, this art guide is an in-depth breakdown of the motifs that characterize Dr. Robert Hieronimus’s artwork from the 60s into the millennium. Readers learn about who Hieronimus is as an artist and the many interconnecting esoteric teachings he infuses into his work. Dr. Bob views visual art as a powerful medium to connect people to collective consciousness and educate the public on a range of social, political, and spiritual concerns. “I am an artist because I imitate the creator,” says Hieronimus. “What higher form of involvement with life can exist?”
Inside you’ll find an extensive chart of the symbols frequently used in Hieronimus’s work and a full analysis of 27 different pieces including murals, art cars, watercolors, and sculptures. Themes touched on include the centrality of Baltimore as a spiritual center, Egyptology, environmentalism, and Hieronimus’s dedication to the elevation of consciousness. For anyone wanting to better understand this trailblazing outsider artist, this guide is the place to start.
