PHANTOM FACES Series Run September 2016 - June 2020 Available in Online Store

I first started developing the Phantom Faces brand in the later part of 2016. I wanted to draw and paint surrealistic faces blended with cubism. I played around with a variety of shapes, as well as versions of the faces before developing the signature style. The Phantom Faces connect with the audience in many different ways. I always enjoy the reaction and interpretation of the work when shown. One of the best parts of the Phantom Faces series, is that Jenny and I often collaborate on these pieces, and we have been very grateful for the response we’ve received.

If you know Paul Columbus you probably have heard of Phantom Faces or at the very least seen one over the years . 6 years ago today Paul lost his father & best friend. His dad was a fighter and although they told him a timeline for his diagnosis he well surpassed it in his desire to spend just a little more time with his loved ones. Joe had an energy that lit up any room he found himself in . His ability to make people laugh and connect to all types of people through a human element of love and laughter was magnetic to be around. Paul is so much like Joe and after his father passed Phantom Faces was born . These one line contour drawings came out of Paul in a way I know is no coincidence to the timing of Joe’s passing. Paul paints and creates not only through his artwork but through the way in which he lives his life. Joe’s energy lives on and that energy never dies . This specific Phantom Face was made with Joe’s mantra he adapted towards the end of his physical life. Phantom Faces is more than a drawing on canvas or paper . These faces are a declaration to live life like tomorrow isn’t promised and to always inspire yourself and others to do the same . Through tragedy comes new life and Paul Columbus is living proof of that. Until we meet again Joe Columbus your legacy is forever. - Jennifer Columbus