Steve Kuzma: A Devotion for Art
By Steffen Klenk
Most artists put their heart and soul into the work they generate. One such artist is local resident Steve Kuzma. From an early age, Steve Kuzma was attracted to the vast world of art.
Kuzma was born in Philadelphia where he attended Central High School’s Alternative Arts Program. After graduating with a degree in illustration from the Parsons School of Design in New York City,, he studied abroad in France and Italy. This enabled Kuzma to apply many of his experiences into his own work.
As an illustrator who paints using a various array of mediums, many of Kuzma’s pieces carry positive and inspiring messages of emotion. “The process of the painting is the language, and the language itself can say even more.”
Revolving art around our local region, he expresses that taking the nature and beauty our coastline offers can be truly rewarding, especially in the fast-paced, high-tech world. “By seeing the beauty in nature, you get to appreciate it, and you get recharged by it.” His goal is to inspire others to pursue of life of art
There is a new concept several medical facilities have adopted, inviting artists to help design the layout of their hospital units. AtlantiCare’s Healing Arts program uses art as a way to encourage well-being, health and quality of life. Steve Kuzma’s work has been featured throughout the AtlantiCare complex including their Regional Medical Centers in Galloway and Atlantic City, the LifeCenter, and outpatient facilities, such as Carrier Clinic.
Don Parker, president of the Carrier Clinic and former president of AtlantiCare Health Services, hired Kuzma to redesign their entire facility in northern New Jersey. The Carrier Clinic is a behavioral health care and addiction treatment center. Steve Kuzma recalls working with Carrier Clinic as a rewarding and inspiring experience. “It’s very moving and emotional.”
Kuzma has also work closely with The Hansen Foundation, an organization that provides supportive recovery solutions to individuals, their family and friends. Kuzma assisted in designing the art and murals throughout their buildings. “For this area, it is quite special. They are doing the best work for recovery right here in South Jersey.”
On an international level, Kuzma has featured work for some of the most well-known brands, including CBS, NBC, The New York Times, the World Cup soccer tournament, Time Magazine and the Olympic Games.
When Steve Kuzma isn’t painting, he shares his love of music playing guitar and violin in places such as Enlightened Cafe in Ventnor.
To have an artist that shows great value of nature is very fortunate. Steve Kuzma exemplifies that true spirit and splendor of an artist. You can observe Kuzma’s work inside the Noyes Arts Garage in Atlantic City. More information is also available online at stevekuzma.com.
Steffen Klenk is a multimedia journalist. He resides in Ocean City and enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life.
