Keene refers to photographs or postcards in creating the colorful paintings, which range in size. I just find a photograph and paint it. Kimberly Davenport, director of the Rice gallery, said she noticed smiles on nearly all patrons viewing the works on the first day of the sale. She believes the colorful paintings evoke happy feelings for the viewers. The public is welcome to watch as Keene mass-produces his paintings Tuesdays through Sundays during regular gallery hours.
Crowds often gather outside the gallery window, where a good view of the artist is available.
The Rice University Art Gallery is located in Houston's Museum District on the Rice campus at 6100 Main St. in Sewall Hall. To reach the gallery, enter the university through Entrance 1 at the corner of Main and Sunset. Turn left at the grassy common area then take a quick right. The gallery is located straight ahead and parking is to the left.