For nearly forty years, Alan coached basketball and painted in the greater Trenton andPrinceton areas. He led the Princeton Day School basketball team to seven straight state championships from 1973 to 1980.
Alan has had the opportunity to study with and draw inspiration from artists such as Henry Herrache, Portland artist Melinda Thorsnes, Mark Bockrath of the Pennsylvania Academy, and the late Louisa McElwain, who encouraged him to move more freely in his technique and channel energy beyond himself.
Alan took her advice, retired from coaching, and turned to painting full time.  Alan's paintings are a celebration of the pure passions of life. Painted with acrylics and oils, his work is alive with rhythm, movement, and harmony. Alan has been influenced by the work of Monet, van Gogh, Kokashka, and deKooning.
“With the passing of my wife, Louise, my art has entered a new phase. My life partner of over 68 years, Louise had been my muse, my business manager and the glue that held everything together. As I enter this new phase of art and life, our memories will continue to impact the development of my work."
Alan resides in Blawenburg, NJ.
www.alantaback.com