Blending images with words, Pipman’s art reflects the emotions of desire, romance and love. “Magic Realism” is a series of artworks that serve as metaphors for the nature of man. More than 50 acrylic and ink pieces, featuring people, places and things, are on display.

“I believe that the truth in life lies beneath the surface, and in my paintings I try to scratch at that surface,” said Pipman, who has been painting for 12 years. “I try to create a more focused experience for the viewer by writing on my paintings.”

A resident of New Kensington Pipman holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Kent State University. He worked as a consultant and recruiter in the technology and engineering fields with various companies in the region before retiring and devoting his time to painting.

The artist has ties to Penn State. His wife, Millie, was an adjunct professor of English at the campus, and their sons are Penn State graduates.