Born 1980 Gunnison, Colorado “Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder.” ~ E.B. White Robert Lange says, "I wish to ignite a sense of joy through paintings that record the inspiring moments that abound. Allowing my imagination to commingle with an accurate representation of the moment, these works are an elevated account of memories, philosophies, and concepts that at first glance may seem familiar but often straddle the line of possible, In the end, I hope to enliven a sense of genuine optimism." Robert Lange began painting at a young age but was recognized as a mathematical prodigy and subsequently followed his gift to college. It wasn't until his second year at Northeastern University, which he attended on a full math scholarship that he decided to follow his passion for art and transfered to Rhode Island School of Design, where he was again awarded a full scholarship but this time for his painting abilities. He was most influenced by teacher and painter Julia Jacquette, who taught him new perspectives leading him to become professional in 2003. That year he both graduated from RISD and opened his first gallery, Robert Lange Studios, in Charleston SC. He first specialized in realist painting, particularly of people, emphasizing narrative moments. In 2010 he opened his second gallery, RLS Gallery and his work became more surreal, following into the category of hyper-realism or surrealism. His most notable bodies of work Measure (2009) and Go (2010) were nationally recognized and internationally collected. Lange has been featured in numerous magazines, including the cover of American Art Collector and Art Magazine, and in New American Paintings.