LINDA CHIDO ART showcases the beauty and complexity of the art that can emerge from one family’s dedication to the arts.
Artists Linda Chido and her husband, Ron Gross, made the decision to place the study and creation of art at the forefront of their homeschooling approach. They believe that art education is crucial to a well-rounded education and to personal development. Their commitment to this philosophy is reflected in the work of their four artist children. Each child in the Chido Gross Family has developed their own unique artistic style separate from either of their parents, demonstrating the power of individual expression within a family and the diverse ways in which art can be interpreted and created.
The mission of LINDA CHIDO ART is to showcase the diverse artistic styles of the Chido Gross Family and celebrate the beauty and complexity of the art that can emerge from one family's dedication to artistic expression and exploration. By sharing their art with the world, the Chido Gross family hopes to inspire others to recognize the power of art as a means of expression, personal growth, and as a unifying force that can can enrich and enhance our lives, our families and our communities.
Linda Chido
Linda Chido is a mid-career, representational, visionary painter who works predominantly in oils using a multi-layered technique inspired by the old Masters. In her artist statement she writes: “The technique gives my work a high level of detail and infuses my paintings with an inner luminosity. Though my work is highly personal, my intention is to create imagery that tells a story, charged with emotion, that can be universally understood despite its personal nature.”
Ron Gross
Ron Gross is an abstract expressionist who works with a multitude of mediums. His working style is intuitive and is about color, gesture, and mark making. Ron says of his work: “Automatic drawing and painting are an integral part of my work. I allow the colors and marks to speak to me and guide me on a creative journey.”
Mona Rae Chido Gross
Their oldest daughter, Mona Rae is an emerging visual artist and musician. In her visual art work, she is concentrating on assemblage sculpture. In her artist statement, Mona says: “I make cool stuff out of junk. I am inspired by the potential of found objects and discarded items and the challenge of combining them into something beautiful.”
Louis Chido Gross
Though not quite as formalized on their artistic paths as Mona Rae; Jackson, Georgia, and Louis have all explored many mediums in the visual arts and are showing great talent. The youngest, Louis, who also has Down syndrome, uses drawing and painting to communicate where spoken language has failed him.
Jackson Chido Gross
Though not quite as formalized on their artistic paths as Mona Rae; Jackson, Georgia, and Louis have all explored many mediums in the visual arts and are showing great talent. Jackson leans more toward abstraction but has a keen eye for life drawing which he practices regularly.
Georgia Chido Gross
Though not quite as formalized on their artistic paths as Mona Rae; Jackson, Georgia, and Louis have all explored many mediums in the visual arts and are showing great talent. Georgia has an interest in digital art and is well versed in Procreate and has minted an NFT collection.
