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
Nude movie shoot around campfire on beach, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Junior Livestock auction, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
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
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
Diablo Bowlers, Livermore, California
Senior pool player
Grand Canyon
Windsurfers. Hampton Bays, Long Island, NY.
Sunset. Tri-Valley Area, Northern California.
Work clothes, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
Legs and grinder, Tri-Valley Area, Northern California
General Motors / Chevrolet Assembly Line, Freemont, California
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.
Untitled (Dirty dishes)
I really love him.
Untitled (Neighborhood street scene)
Trampoline Park, Livermore, CA
The Reflecting Pool: Collected Works
Bill Viola American, 1951-2024