P.A.L
Numerical Abstraction in Painting
P.A.L. (Piers A. Lawson)
Geometric Conceptual Artist | Founder of PAL Studio | Pioneer of Numerical Abstraction
P.A.L. is a contemporary abstractionist whose work fuses mathematical rigor with artistic intuition. He is best known for his unique methodology: a system of Numerical Abstraction, where titles are converted into coordinates and visual compositions emerge from encoded geometries, structured palettes, and strict creative rules. This disciplined yet expressive approach situates his work at the intersection of algorithmic art, symbolic geometry, and systematic abstraction.
Each painting is more than an image—it is a coded structure born from a blend of acrylic, pastel, and graphite, where time, precision, and symbolism converge. P.A.L.’s canvases are methodical compositions rendered through personalized systems that echo the philosophies of Mondrian and Da Vinci, while also embracing the emotional textures of Monet.
As the visionary behind PAL Studio, P.A.L. extends his practice beyond the canvas—using art as a philanthropic engine. His studio produces exhibitions and live art auctions that support healthcare and social causes, including long-standing partnerships with institutions like VGH + UBC Hospital Foundation and BC Cancer.
For collectors, P.A.L. offers a rare convergence:
- Conceptual sophistication
- Formal precision
- Philanthropic purpose
His work is ideal for patrons seeking art that reflects both the complexity of the digital age and the timeless beauty of geometry, logic, and human connection.
The Rules of Time
Time is integral to my process. It allows for precision, iteration, and discovery. Each stage—structuring titles, aligning lines, testing colour theories, and establishing unique boundaries—requires patience and meticulous attention.
The longer I invest, the more refined and intentional the outcome becomes. This philosophy extends to my photography, where time enhances complexity and depth, turning fleeting moments into enduring compositions.
Artistic Inspirations
Piet Mondrian
For his grid-based compositions and disciplined use of colour.
Salvador Dalí
For his surrealist exploration of dreamlike forms and imaginative perspective.
Claude Monet
For his mastery of light, atmosphere, and movement through colour and impressionist technique.
Leonardo da Vinci
For his insatiable curiosity, childlike wonder,— the tongue of a woodpecker—as a path from “experiment & experience” to knowledge and innovation.
Jackson Pollock
For his unapologetic wildness, rebellious spirit, and the stubborn intensity that fueled his revolutionary approach to abstract expressionism.
PAL Studio
VANCOUVER LONDON
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