Daniel Raymond Dussault, an enigmatic artist nurtured in the obscure oil town of Kilgore, TX, found his muse amidst the town's stark and desolate landscape. With a modest population of 7,000 and scarce cultural outlets, Dussault’s artistic spirit was kindled within the confines of his home, under the tutelage of his older siblings, both musicians and artists. The barren surroundings became a canvas for his imagination, drawing him deeply into the worlds of drawing and painting.

Dussault's creations are an untrained symphony of interaction with the world, a confluence of his love for art and humanity. "Social issues have always captivated my soul," he reflects. "Through my work, I strive to be a voice for the voiceless." His pieces, imbued with this profound empathy, have graced numerous venues: The Sochi Gallery in Macon, GA; The 567 Renewal for the Arts in Macon, GA; Georgia Gwinnett College in Lawrenceville, GA; The Dizzy Gypsy Art Gallery in Lawrenceville, GA; The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce in Duluth, GA; The Apache Cafe in Atlanta, GA; Tree Sound Recording Studios in Norcross, GA, and beyond.

"As an artist, my aim is to maintain the purity of my work, to channel it directly from the soul," Dussault muses. "I endeavor to connect spiritually with my subjects. Creation is my destiny, my solace. In it, I discover a profound happiness and the realization of a life truly blessed."

 

 

Atlanta based artist Daniel Raymond Dussault