Tom Klapproth holds a Bachelor of Science in Art Education from the University of Wisconsin. After studying at Wisconsin, Mr. Klapproth continued his art education at the University of California at Berkley where he received his Masters in Art.
Tom’s early training at Wisconsin was conservative and realistic. Berkeley caused him to change his style toward Berkeley’s abstract expressionism. Eventually his own style emerged, using recognizable forms and shapes in a general expressionistic manner.
He opened the Sam Spade Private Eye Art Studio in Eureka in 1980 and later moved to his present studio at 208 C Street, where he is one of twelve working artists. His work is included in many private collections and galleries, chiefly in Northern California. He has taught in public and private schools and at the local Community college, and gives private lessons in his studio.
His recent work has concentrated on two themes: ROLLING HILLS and DANCERS. The former is centered on color and abstract shapes; the latter on stylized, ethereal human figures captured in flight while dancing.
The painting photographed above serves as a focal point in Congressman Thompson’s Washington DC office. Congressman Thompson often receives compliments on it’s rich color and beauty. Return to Art Collection.
