Spencer Frazer
About:
Spencers unique style and world message has garnished him much recent attention including: A six month 2024 solo exhibition at the world renowned Roger Tory Peterson Museum, included as the premier work in the US Government’s 2004 5th Climate Assessment Report (seen by over a million), invited to show at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History 2025 climate exhibition, winning 1st, 2nd, 4th in the 2023 American Art Awards, awarded a Certificate of Excellence in the Chelsea international competition in NY, shown on the Times Square billboard, featured in the 2023 International Artists in Embassies event, and recently editorialized in the 2024 American Art collector magazine.
A self taught artist, Spencer is known as one of the foremost voices in Environmental Art. His work is collected nationally and has been shown internationally winning top awards along the way. He was the artist in residence at Artsfund, one of the leading art organizations in the Northwest and has been seen extensively in social media channels. His work has been viewed by millions on national news features that include CBS This Morning, Washington Post, CNN International, Fox News, etc. as well as numerous on line media.
The founder of SOG Knives and Tools, he was known as one of the industries foremost designers of innovative award winning outdoor gear. He is also a master Japanese aesthetic pruner and garden builder. Born and raised in Los Angeles Spencer moved to Seattle in 1989 to be closer to the outdoors. Exploring the wilds of Alaska and Canada, he became passionate about the environment and how it has been affected by man made climate change. spencerfrazer.
Artist Statement:
Since ancient times, humanity has turned to art as a means of storytelling, documenting events, and preserving history. My work continues in this tradition, offering a commentary on global climate change and environmental imbalance. Through my paintings, I explore the profound impact of human activity on nature, encouraging reflection on the present and future state of our world. This dialogue seeks to deepen our appreciation of this critical juncture in history and underscore the urgency of safeguarding our planet for generations to come.
Nature has always captivated and inspired me. When I arrived in the Northwest, I was struck by the power, beauty, and spirit of the land. This revelation fuels my creative expression, which strives to convey the essence of this region through my work. Each piece is imbued with a distinctive visual language of intricate patterns and harmonious compositions, forming a visual tapestry that invites viewers on a journey of discovery.
The subjects of my paintings often emerge from a tapestry of smaller narratives, reflecting the pressing environmental challenges of our time—global warming, deforestation, loss of biodiversity, air pollution, and industrialization. To draw attention to these issues, I often juxtapose representations of human activity with the natural world, creating a poignant contrast. This tension encourages us to confront our truths as a species and examine our role in shaping the future of this planet.