Rooted on the Central Coast of California and influenced by a life exploring up and down the Pacific Coast and other regions, Derek Schultz is a multimedia artist whose work contemplates the beauty and complexity of our connections to the landscapes we inhabit.

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His painting focuses on native plants and animals, rendered in a style that combines ancient and mythological influences with a scientific worldview.

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In addition to painting, Derek produces prints of various media, makes photographs and videos focused on land connection and wildlife, and produces ambient and experimental music.