Bill’s work is defined by its painter sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.

Val Vista Homeowners Association Community Meeting, Tri- Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Tupperware, Bee Line Fashions, Lingerie, Wigs and now House Plant Parties have become popular. Everyone wants to have a fern in their front room, but more important they want to know how to take care of a plant that costs $20.00. Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Nude movie shoot around campfire on beach, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Junior Livestock auction, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (B.P.O.E.) is the largest fraternal organization in the world. The elk was chose in 1868 because it is distinguished, fleet of foot and timorous of wrongdoing. Our four cardinal principles are Charity, Justice, Fidelity and Brotherly Love. An Elk today is an American gentleman. (Kiss) Livermore, California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Everywhere we go we challenge the local high school team to a game. We let them win. It's all for charity. Points don't count unless you shoot from the back of the donkey. Donkeys are dumb and uncooperative, and they really hate to move. Livermore, California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Diablo Bowlers, Livermore, California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Senior pool player
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Grand Canyon
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Windsurfers. Hampton Bays, Long Island, NY.
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Sunset. Tri-Valley Area, Northern California.
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Work clothes, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Legs and grinder, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

General Motors / Chevrolet Assembly Line, Freemont, California
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Because we live in the suburbs we don't eat too much Chinese food. It's not available in the supermarkets so on Saturday we eat hot dogs.
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Untitled (Dirty dishes)
Bill Owens American, born 1938

I really love him.
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Untitled (Neighborhood street scene)
Bill Owens American, born 1938

Trampoline Park, Livermore, CA
Bill Owens American, born 1938

The Reflecting Pool: Collected Works
Bill Viola American, 1951-2024