Artists

Japanese woodblock prints

created during Edo period Japan (1615-1868). Known familiarly as ukiyo-e, or "pictures of the floating world," this genre of images traditionally portrays "worldly pleasures and earthly delights" - a type of escape that dealt with the frustrating ancient divisions of class between Japanese nobles and warriors. Historically, many in the warrior class had been able to accumulate vast sums of money, often much more than many of the nobles. But due to strict class definitions, this didn't matter and they were seen as second tier. Ukiyo-e, or the "floating world," was born as a place controlled and patroned by the warrior class (and those interested) and it became an area where they could revel in their "earthly delights." While many woodcuts depict imagery with geishas, landscapes, and tea houses, the most famous prints portray scenes from the Kabuki Theater. - tales that were fantastic, supernatural, mythological, or the aggrandized lives of historical figures. Artists would take the most dramatic pose from an actor's repertoire and freeze it on a woodblock forever, making sure to include telling marks of who the character was. Finally, Japan resumed trading relations with the United States in 1854 and the rest of Europe by 1868, lifting a 200 year embargo. Japanese prints began populating Europe and the United States and quickly became a novelty. Renowned 19th century artists like Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Edgar Degas, James Whistler, and Vincent van Gogh became known collectors of these prints, often bringing aspects of the woodblock style into their own artwork. From the use of sharp perspective, line, and color, to the study of the middle class's entertainment, without ukiyo-e, 19th century art would have become something else entirely. early modern Japanese artists, including: Kogyo, Kunichika, Toyokuni III, Nishimura Hodo, Toshihide, Toshikata, Kunishige, Chikanobu, Sugakudo, Hosai, Kiyotada, Kunisada III, Gekko, Yoshitaki, Suiku

Gouache

similar to watercolor, but heavier gum substance added to the ground pigment (color) and water Most often applied to paper

Claude cambour

"en plein air" Influenced by monet, Renoir born in 1940 in Normandy, France painting courses at the Union des Arts Plastiques de la Ville de Saint-Denis. It was here that the first public exhibitions of his work were held. paints Giverny in boldly colored, highly realistic detail

Otto de Souza Aguilar

1938-2006 Brazilian fertile, sultry atmosphere of the tropics with a regal, colonial elegance Master's degree from the University of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro blended formal training with fashion and theater "trompe l'oeil," which translates to "trick the eye" Commissions: Graycliff Inn, Nassau, Bahamas; City Hall of Miami Beach, FL; Fedora Restaurants, Kansas City; organizations in Washington, DC; Lee Memorial Health Park, Ft. Myers, FL; and Aquarius International, Boca Raton, FL. Similar to Seurat and erte

Sam park

1949. Jennifer wife. South Korea. Moved to USA in 1993. Aix: neo-impressionists. Flower garden. Father doesn't want artist. South California. Over 70 solo exhibitions. Over 80 sold out lim editions. Sold out book. 1988 Seoul olympics. Cyprus president.

Paul Cezanne

1838-1906 born on January 19, 1839 in Aix-en-Provence His father co-founder of a highly successful banking firm studied law at University of Aix took courses at the School of Design at Aix at the same time. In 1861, Cézanne expressed his wish to move to Paris and pursue a career as an artist to his father, who eventually acquiesced and Father financed his son's living expenses. rejection from the École des Beaux Arts. In 1869, Cézanne met Hortense Fiquet, who modeled for him and would later become his wife. In 1872, Cézanne moved with Fiquet and their son, Paul, to Pontoise, a suburb about 18 miles outside of Paris. Pissarro and Cézanne painted extensively together for the next two years, painting landscapes in the Impressionist style. In 1874, Cézanne's work was included in the first exhibition of Impressionist works, the Société Anonyme des Artistes Peintres, Sculpteurs et Graveurs. Cézanne participated in only one other Impressionist (Louis Leroy) exhibition, in 1877 representation of spatial relationships and forms rather than light. First positive reception: 1895 At the suggestion of Pissarro, preeminent art dealer Ambroise Vollard presented Cézanne's first one-man exhibition exhibited in Salon des Indépendents in 1899, 1901, and 1902. In 1904, the entire room of the Salon d'Automne was dedicated to him was caught in a downpour because carriage ride fare increase and developed pneumonia. died October 22, 1906. Cézanne's legacy in the art world remains firm Pablo Picasso, who became a leader of the Cubist movement, called Cézanne "the father of us all."

Alexander Calder

1898-1976 changed modern conceptions of 3D art Stabiles and mobiles Born in Lawnton, Pennsylvania on July 22, 1898 long lineage of artists, his Scottish grandfather sculpting for the city of Philadelphia and his mother attending the Académie Julian, the Sorbonne, and the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. His father was also a sculptor, instrumental in the foundation of University of California Berkeley's Art Museum When "Sandy" was only 4 years old, he posed for his father's sculpture, "The Man Cub" (now located at the Met in Manhattan) and completed his first sculpture 1919, Calder studied mechanical engineering worked on ships, for electric companies, as a hydraulic engineer, and a draughtsman. attended the Art Students League in NYC exposed to the Ringling Brothers Circus while working for a local gazette 1926: established a studio in Paris in the quarter of Montparnasse Paris, Calder befriended Joan Miró, Jean Arp, Piet Mondrian, and Marcel Duchamp. In 1933, Calder and his wife moved to a farm in Roxbury, Connecticut. Unexpected death in 1976 retrospective at the Whitney Museum

Andre bardet

1909-2006 Later in his life, as his time permitted, he was able to return to painting full time unique personality found in his paintings primarily attracted by light paints from diverse locations, including, Auvergne, Normandy, the Mediterranean and Greater Paris. many one-person and group exhibitions including: Club Pernod, Champs Elysees, Paris: 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988; Hotel Mercure, Clermont Ferrand: 1988; Caisse d'epargne, Clermont Ferrand: 1989; Town Hall of Levallois: September 1988. Sales and Auctions • Limoges, Aurillac, Clermont Ferrand: 1990 Shows/Fairs • French Artist - Grand Palais, Paris • Japanese Festival of Osaka from 1984 to 1989 • Panorama of Contemporary Painting, Berne, Switzerland • European Academy of Arts, France - Silver Medal Publications • International Art Directory - SERMANDIRAS Editions 1986/87, 1988/89, 1990/91 Classification of painters - AKOUN - 1991 • "ARGUS" Guide - 1990 • Le Semestriel des Arts; MINITEL 36 15 COTE DES ARTS

Pierre Eugene cambier

1914-2000 French cityscapes, waterways, and countrysides in watercolor paintings Salon des Independents in Paris in 1948 annual Salon d'Automne exhibition 1953 & 1960 Galerie Urban in Paris the Galerie O'Hara in London taught drawing and illustration death in 2000 depiction of Paris light, color, architecture

Park west foundation

2006

James Allen flood

4th of July, 1944, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He moved to Miami in 1961 graduated from Miami Jackson High School the following year. In 1965, he joined the Navy earned an AA degree in Art from Miami-Dade Community College. He worked as a sailing instructor and a deck hand on a Miami River tugboat before joining Eastern Airlines in 1974. He was in Eastern's art department when the airline ceased operation in 1991. paintings are nautical in nature, usually displaying ships in an historical context. enjoys membership in the Naval Institute and the American Society of Marine Artists (ASMA). His work is on display at the Naval Institute in Annapolis, the Wiley Post Museum in Oklahoma City, the Olympia Memorial in Philadelphia, the battleship Alabama in Mobile, and in numerous other ships, museums, and ship magazines. In 1996, invited to visit the Duke of Edinburgh aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia to present his painting to the Duke's Trust. His paintings have been used in the sets of a 20th Century Fox film and at a Memphis Exhibition about the Titanic in 1997. He is an accomplished musician an avid maritime historian

Scumbling

A shading technique created by forcing the brush to open with pressure onto the surface of the canvas or board a loose and textural type of brush stroke.

Shari Erickson

American contemporary painter graduated with honors from the Ringling School of Art in 1970. Previously, she gained recognition as a figurative muralist in her hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. Accomplished in many media, she also became a successful art instructor, potter, and jewelry designer. contemplation of people. Sketchbook in hand, she could be found noting the gestures and body language of people in an airport, courtroom, or park. figure and form remain at the heart of her talent and technique. love of figurative painting was renewed on her first visit to the West Indies in 1979 beguiled by the magical, unsinkable Islands Her works often portray the day-to-day intimate lives of the families, children, merchants, and vendors of the islands, providing a rare glimpse into their real world. US Air magazine chose work for their December 1993 cover and feature spends much of her time exploring the Caribbean with artist husband Douglas Kahle Gifford Paints North Carolina mountains

ceramic

An earthenware or porcelain product made from a nonmetallic mineral, such as clay fired at a high temperature.

Etching

Began early 16th century Chemical process Burns lines Artist draws lines on copper or zinc plate coated with acid-resistant varnish The plate is then immersed in acid, which bites into the drawn lines the plate is inked and wiped so that ink remains only in the etched lines or areas Image pressed under pressure onto dampened paper If more than one color is to be used, a separate plate is created for each color.

Heddy Kun

Born as Heddy Davidowitz in Elok, a small town near Zagreb, Yugoslavia, was raised by her grandparents in Budapest after her parents and one of her brothers perished at Auschwitz in the Holocaust. She and her brother, Shalom, were smuggled to Budapest in 1941, where they began their lives in the Jewish Ghetto. They lived in one large room that was shared by thirty people, wrought with cold, hunger, and disease. Eventually, she, her brother, and her grandparents moved to Peks and she was able to recover from the horrors of the war. She graduated from the Budapest Academy of Fine Arts in 1956 and left for Israel, settling in Tel-Aviv, where she married Zeev Kun. They have two children, one of which is also a painter. In 2009, went back to Hungary to film a documentary. While visiting the riverbank where thousands of Jews were killed, she was accosted by a Neo-Nazi. That experience was so chilling that she has refused to visit Hungary since. For the past 60 years, has been painting with strong, bright colors. Her paintings bridge naturalistic and impressionistic styles, focusing on the changing light and the way the sun affects the painted object. Be it mountainscape, stormy sea, or a door - her effects are achieved by short and strong brush strokes. She has an extraordinary sense of color, discernible in her still life work with flowers, as well as her landscapes. She has had one-man shows in galleries all over Israel — the Rosenfeld Gallery, Tel Aviv, the Feferberg Gallery, Jerusalem, and the Weizman Gallery, Beer-Sheva— as well as in Europe, America, and Australia. In March 2010, was granted a Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Association for Civil Rights. The sea and sky are constantly reflected within her paintings, changing in nature. "The girl who grew up in the Jewish ghetto, experiencing the horrors of the holocaust has not allowed the war to rob her of her optimism and 'joie de vivre,'" she writes. This spirit and persistent optimism is what gives life

Littorio del signore

Born in 1938, in Sulmona, Italy living in Montreal, Canada since 1978 studied with the master Panfilo Del Beato from Sulmona and then with J.P. Serralongue at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Annecy, France Pinacotheque and City Hall of Chieti, Italy, the City Halls of Lasalle, Quebec in Canada, the Gallery of the Museum of Montreal, the Kaspar Gallery of Toronto, and the private collection of musical artist, Celine Dion. highly refined technique masterfully captures the play of light and shadow over his subjects children at play, beautiful young women amidst nature, and classical landscapes and cityscapes of old Montreal Hyper realism Daughter Sonia del signore

Salvador Dali

Born in Figuera, Spain attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid - getting expelled twice. He believed he was more qualified than those who administered his examinations. philosophical writings of Freud He had one-person shows in Barcelona in 1925 and in Madrid in 1926. His work eventually fused the pictorial concepts of the surrealists with the Old Masters shunned by the surrealists for possessing too much skill and painterly technique, as the surrealist ideal was based on a rejection of rationality In his art, he succeeded in achieving the synthesis of what Andre Breton called, "a retrograde craft with the most extreme inventions of modern culture." His graphic oeuvre includes etchings, lithographs, and combinations of both which evolved parallel to his paintings. Throughout his career, Dalí's fame and reputation grew dramatically as he developed a surrealist persona to accompany his art. Stories of Dali's bizarre and audacious behavior have become the stuff of legends of modern art history. In 1982, the Salvador Dalí Museum was opened in St. Petersburg, Florida, which was developed from the personal collection of Dalí's patrons, A. Reynolds and Eleanor R. Morse. In 1974, the Dalí Theatre-Museum (Teatro-Museo Dalí) was officially opened in Figueres, Spain after Dalí himself worked on its development since 1970. In the mid 1950s, Dalí met his most important friends and patrons, Drs. Guiseppe and Mara Albaretto. Their friendship, which lasted until Dalí's death in 1989, produced the largest private collection of Dalí original works in the world. The Albarettos also became important publishers of etchings and lithographs by Dalí including the "Sacra Biblia (Sacred Bible)" portfolio, the "1001 Arabian Nights" series, the "Odyssey" of Homer, and numerous individual images. The Albarettos acquired an earlier publisher of Dalí works "Les Heures Claires," publisher of the "Divine Comedy," comprising 101 wood engravings illustrating the epic poem of Dante. The poem recounts the tale of the poet's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, guided by Virgil. After repenting, he is joined by Beatrice for the rest of his journey through Paradise to receive a glimpse of God. Dalí often equated Gala, his wife and inspiration, with Dante's Beatrice. Like Dalí, Dante's symbolism is complex but highly intentional and rational. Both men had a keen knowledge of scientific studies in geology, optics, and mathematics. Dalí's Divine Comedy is considered one of the artist's most important creations of his prime years. Several tragic occurrences plagued Dalí in his last years In 1980, he was forced to retire due to his palsy, causing uncontrollable tremors 1982, his wife Gala died, plunging him into a deep depression 1984, he was severely burned from a fire in his bedroom. He finally died in January of 1989 where he was living as a recluse in a tower of his own museum started talking at a party one night in 1945 at Jack Warner's house (of Warner Brothers Studio). Disney had been increasingly interested in collaborations with great artists Dalí began work on the collaborative animation short, "Destino," in 1946 and created 22 paintings and over 135 storyboards, drawings, and sketches. Dalí thought "Destino" was "a magical exposition on the problem of life in the labyrinth of time." The project was shelved after just eight months due to low funds and the anticipated inability to market "Destino" after World War II. In the late 1990s, Roy E. Disney, Walt Disney's nephew, discovered the paintings and storyboards for the unfinished Destino collaboration film six minutes and 40 seconds Armando Dominguez's dreamy Mexican ballad of the same name evocative Dalí imagery and flawless Disney animation Monfery stayed true to the 2-D style of animation used in the 1940s • Oscar nomination for Best Short Film, Animated (Academy Awards, 2004) • Annie Award Nomination for Outstanding Achievement in an Animated Short (ASIFA-Hollywood, 2004) • Winner of Special Citation for Restoration (Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards, 2004) • Winner of Certificate of Merit (Chicago International Film Festival, 2003) • Winner of Grand Prix for Dominique Monfery, Director (Melbourne International Film Festival, 2003) • Winner of Grand Prize for Best Animated Short (Rhode Island International Film Festival, 2003)

Salvador Dali

Born in Figuera, Spain attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid - getting expelled twice. He believed he was more qualified than those who administered his examinations. He devoured the philosophical writings of Freud and he was deeply interested in cubism, futurism, and metaphysical art in magazines as a young artist. He had one-person shows in Barcelona in 1925 and in Madrid in 1926. His work eventually fused the pictorial concepts of the surrealists, Juan Gris, Giorgio de Chirico, and Carlo Carra with the refined methods of the Old Masters. Sometime during 1928, Dali made a brief excursion to Paris where he met Picasso. Initially, Dalí was shunned by the surrealists for possessing too much skill and painterly technique, as the surrealist ideal was based on a rejection of rationality. Later, Andre Breton, surrealism's central proponent, appointed him an official surrealist. Within a short time Dalí was to become the movement's most spectacular advocate. In his art, he succeeded in achieving the synthesis of what Andre Breton called, "a retrograde craft with the most extreme inventions of modern culture." His graphic oeuvre includes etchings, lithographs, and combinations of both which evolved parallel to his paintings. Throughout his career, Dalí's fame and reputation grew dramatically as he developed a surrealist persona to accompany his art. Stories of Dali's bizarre and audacious behavior have become the stuff of legends of modern art history. As his fame grew, so did the demand for his work among collectors and museum curators who sought to acquire and exhibit his paintings, objects, and graphic works. In 1982, the Salvador Dalí Museum was opened in St. Petersburg, Florida, which was developed from the personal collection of Dalí's patrons, A. Reynolds and Eleanor R. Morse. In 1974, the Dalí Theatre-Museum (Teatro-Museo Dalí) was officially opened in Figueres, Spain after Dalí himself worked on its development since 1970. In the mid 1950s, Dalí met his most important friends and patrons, Drs. Guiseppe and Mara Albaretto. Their friendship, which lasted until Dalí's death in 1989, produced the largest private collection of Dalí original works in the world. The Albarettos also became important publishers of etchings and lithographs by Dalí including the "Sacra Biblia (Sacred Bible)" portfolio, the "1001 Arabian Nights" series, the "Odyssey" of Homer, and numerous individual images. These works, due to their impeccable provenance, remain some of the most desirable graphic works ever created by Dalí. The Albarettos also acquired an earlier publisher of Dalí works "Les Heures Claires," publisher of the "Divine Comedy," comprising 101 wood engravings illustrating the epic poem of Dante. The poem recounts the tale of the poet's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, guided by Virgil. After repenting, he is joined by Beatrice for the rest of his journey through Paradise to receive a glimpse of God. Dalí often equated Gala, his wife and inspiration, with Dante's Beatrice. Like Dalí, Dante's symbolism is complex but highly intentional and rational. Both men had a keen knowledge of scientific studies in geology, optics, and mathematics. Dalí's Divine Comedy is considered one of the artist's most important creations of his prime years. Several tragic occurrences plagued Dalí in his last years. In 1980, he was forced to retire due to his palsy, causing uncontrollable tremors. In 1982, his wife Gala died, plunging him into a deep depression. To make things worse, in 1984, he was severely burned from a fire in his bedroom. He finally died in January of 1989 where he was living as a recluse in a tower of his own museuWalt Disney and Salvador Dalí started talking at a party one night in 1945 at Jack Warner's house (of Warner Brothers Studio). Each had respected the other's surrealist work (for Dalí thought of Disney as a surrealist) and decided to create a short film together. Disney had been increasingly interested in collaborations with great artists because he felt, "Like the 'Night on Bald Mountain' sequence Kay Nielson designed for 'Fantasia,' I want to give more big artists such opportunities. We need them. We have to keep breaking new trails." Dalí began work on the collaborative animation short, "Destino," in 1946 and created 22 paintings and over 135 storyboards, drawings, and sketches. Dalí thought "Destino" was "a magical exposition on the problem of life in the labyrinth of time." The project was shelved after just eight months due to low funds and the anticipated inability to market "Destino" after World War II. In the late 1990s, Roy E. Disney, Walt Disney's nephew, discovered the paintings and storyboards for the unfinished Destino collaboration film between Walt Disney and Salvador Dali. Roy decided to reprise the film and it became one of his greatest and most passionate projects. In addition to completing the film, a series of graphic works were created from the Dali artwork to commemorate the project and allow collectors to enjoy an added dimension to the unprecedented collaboration. Destino," completed, is six minutes and 40 seconds long, set to Armando Dominguez's dreamy Mexican ballad of the same name (to which Disney owned the rights and recruited Dalí to visualize on film). It was released on June 2, 2003 at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. "Destino" is a harmonious blend of evocative Dalí imagery and flawless Disney animation. Monfery stayed true to the 2-D style of animation used in the 1940s and was devoted to carrying out both Dali's and Disney's vision for the animation short. On November 5, 2010, the Gala-Salvador Dali Foundation in Figueres, Spain, opened a new exhibit highlighting the works of Destino. With the occasion of this worldwide presentation, the Dalí Foundation has organised a small format show at the Drawings Room, with materials owned by the Foundation that illustrate the intense collaboration between both genius for the execution of Destino. The exhibition will permanently screen this film and will also show 27 pieces: 1 oil painting, 1 watercolour, 15 preparatory drawings—10 of which are unpublished—and 9 photographs of Dalí in the creative process of this material, of the Disney couple in Port Lligat in 1957, and the Dalí couple in Burbank (California). An educational leaflet has been published about the exhibition contents, in 4 languages. "Destino" has received the following accolades: • Oscar nomination for Best Short Film, Animated (Academy Awards, 2004) • Annie Award Nomination for Outstanding Achievement in an Animated Short (ASIFA-Hollywood, 2004) • Winner of Special Citation for Restoration (Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards, 2004) • Winner of Certificate of Merit (Chicago International Film Festival, 2003) • Winner of Grand Prix for Dominique Monfery, Director (Melbourne International Film Festival, 2003) • Winner of Grand Prize for Best Animated Short (Rhode Island International Film Festival, 2003)

Alexander Chen

Born in Guangzhou, China in 1952 Chen first discovered his love of art at 4 16, read "Around the World in 80 Days" and studying at various art schools and colleges in China met and married a fellow student and artist, Su. They have one son named Brandon. National Art Exhibitions of China. In the late 1980s, moved his family to San Francisco 40 years old saw his first snowfall document the world we live in today "hyperrealist" style hundreds of photos up to three months only completed 400 paintings in 20 years exotic yet playful side Lives in San Fran grand landscapes of the world spends more than 10 hours each day in his studio, he listens to ancient Chinese music, listens to his television ("not watches," he says) recently begun to experiment with new media, such as etching with a diamond pen. the only Olympic Artist sanctioned by both the U.S. Olympic Committee and the Beijing Olympic Committee. It is the same ocean and sky that connects me with my homeland of China with my adopted land of America. I love both places and that is clearly reflected in my artwork." collected or licensed by Toshiba Electric, Northwest Airlines, UNICEF

Grediaga Kieff

Born in Madrid, early years were spent in the harsh tumult of the Spanish Civil War. Father in prison during childhood extremely gifted in drawing and he sold portraits in the streets for mere pennies. worked in his father's furniture and sculpture restoration shop. During this time, he pursued studies in architecture, drama, singing, piano, and guitar. Vienna, Austria. he earned his living working for antique dealers and museums. married in Vienna, but settled with his wife in Montreal, Quebec in 1969. In 1980, Kieff created "Turning Point," a 96-foot hydraulic sculpture at the New York Art Expo. elegance and the accuracy of a jeweler. feels he is a sculptor in the tradition of Arp and Brancusi. Like gigantic symbols, his monumental works - standing in parks, gardens and headquarters of international companies - dominate the space around them.

Leslie lew

Born in New York City in 1953 grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey and Chicago. Her father was a well-known advertising executive and her subject matter was influenced by the commercial ads and products that surrounded her. Her underlying theme deals with childhood memories, growing up in America. She examines American culture and how it reflects on our tastes historically - good and bad. Leslie received her B.F.A. and M.F.A. from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. This is where her idea of "sculpted oils" first developed, manifested through her supermarket paintings. Inspired by her father's work in advertising, the product labels and aisles in the supermarkets were a wealth of inspiration for the artist. Pulp- culture items like food packaging and comic books became the foundation of Leslie's subject matter. Using icons like Wonder Woman or Dick and Jane, Leslie reaches back through the pendulum of American culture, wringing out childlike moments that many have too-soon forgotten. became famous for her work in the East Village, being in Chicago prepared her for her future transplant to New York. While at the SAIC under the advisement of Ray Yoshida, Leslie worked amidst the Hairy Who, a pop art styled collection of artists under the umbrella of the Chicago Imagists. During her graduate work, she was invited to participate in the SUNY/ Semester in New York City, a program much like the Whitney Museum's, where she was given a studio with weekly critiques by respected artists of the time. She ended up staying in NYC and had her first solo show at Sensory Evolution Gallery as one of the artists from the East Village Art Movement. pulling from pulp fiction and pop culture, her liberal use of color, and warm, nostalgic values. Leslie Lew lives and works near Peekskill, N.Y. sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Museum and the Guggenheim (upon whose walls her paintings have hung) has been a professor at the College of New Rochelle She received a grant for a children's book she wrote and illustrated called, "Buki's Garden," Her work has been included in art book publications, "Encyclopedia of Living Artists in America," "East Village: A Guide, A Documentary," "East Village 86," and The Guggenheim's "Comic Release - Negotiating Identity for a New Generation."

Romain de Tirtoff (Erte)

Born in St. Petersburg, Russia nickname based on the French pronunciation of his initials was destined for a military career fabulous fashion illustrator moved to Paris in 1912 elaborate costumes and exotic designs, especially at the Folies-Bergère in Paris. Hollywood in 1925, working with MGM at the invitation of Louis B. Mayer. Raised as a child of the socially elite, moved to France at the age of 18 to work in the world's center of art and fashion. Began his career under Paul Poiret, the most respected couturier in Paris at the time work for Harper's Bazaar for 22 years where he created more than 240 magazine covers. patronage of Mata Hari, Pavlova and Mrs. William Randolph Hearst, became a major contributor to twentieth century fashion. began his work with the fine print media in the 1970s, publishing more than 180 of his designs through the Circle Fine Art Corporation and then numerous lithographs and serigraphs commissions by various publishers. In 1979, the Smithsonian Institution organized a retrospective of his work, which traveled to major museums across the U.S. and Canada. one of the founders of Art Deco, the style that came into vogue internationally in the 1920s. defined it as the fusion of the curvilinear designs of Art Nouveau of the 19th Century with the Cubist, Constructivist, and geometrical designs of modernity. influenced by Persian miniatures would often use a brush with a single hair to complete his gouache paintings designed costumes, stage sets, jewelry, objet d'art, sculpture, and ceramics. visualize the entire work of art in his mind until it was completed to every detail and then create the work from his "mind's eye." death at the age of 97 considered one of the most influential of 20th ce

Gary benfield

Born in the English West Midlands, 1965 studied at Stourbridge College of Art and Wrexham College of Art own studio near London award-winning illustrator Benfield has a natural talent for depicting things as seen spontaneous: paints rapidly and discards most of his paintings and drawings, keeping only those that he feels are perfected in their conception rather than overwork those he feels are not correct drawn lines and dashes of color figures dissolve in and out of their backgrounds and move across the surfaces

Alexander and wissotzky

Both born 1959, in Crimea, studies at the Kiev institute of the Arts - Wissotzky as a painter and Alexander as a book illustrator. Married and immigrated to Israel. Collaborate acrylic, pen and ink, and collage on specially prepared canvas English flower painting manuals and calligraphic quotations that celebrate 1920s Paris. nostalgic and romantic quality exhibitions at the Art Expo, New York, BLD New York, Galaxy Gallery in Gotenburg, Sweden, Geissing Design Institution in Hamburg, Germany permanent exhibition at Binyanei Hauma in Jerusalem. Published book

Eric dowdle

Detail, unique perspective Landscapes, cityscapes, stadiums, etc Love for ppl and places through unique storytelling. Personalized to include collectors. Show: painting the town: part of the art

Marcus Glenn

Detroit native - born and raised. His studio has long been in the heart of Corktown - the oldest neighborhood in the Motor City. Worked for Chrysler for ten years. 2 year overlap. His artwork "One Nite Outta This World" was selected as the official art for the 56th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles in January 2014. the official artist of the 2014 Amelia Island Jazz Festival. first introduction to art was at the age of five when his kindergarten teacher asked him to illustrate a board in the classroom. He says his mother always making art supplies readily available throughout the house. As a teen, won a full scholarship to the city's prestigious Center for Creative Studies. endlessly drawing, cartooning, painting and creating. He became the first African-American and the youngest cartoonist in the Detroit News. As a freelance cartoonist, his comic strip 'Double Trouble" was published daily in the News and ran for three years. The strip was based on his twin daughters In 1988, at the age of 20, participated in his first public art exhibition hosted by Gerald Marant Gallery and former Detroit Pistons player, John Salley. The group exhibition featured nationally known artists Annie Lee, Carl Owens and Gilbert Young. In 1998, Glenn was commissioned by Daimler-Chrysler to paint a mural. Later that year, he was commissioned by renowned restaurateur, Patrick Coleman, for a mural. And In 1999, he was featured in a group exhibition hosted by Daimler-Chrysler. In August of 2005, work was featured in his first museum exhibition held at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit. The museum now hosts one of his paintings in its permanent collection Marcus credits his artistic skills as God-given ability and to studying artists like Picasso, Jacob Lawrence, Romare Bearden, Benny Andrews and Ernie Barnes. deals with issues that continue to fascinate him, such as the creative process of making art, the solitary experience of the artist, the dialog between art and the viewer, and music (mostly jazz). masterful textured collage effect. fabrics he uses are often passed through his family. combines painting and sculpture in a bas-relief effect, calling his style "Flat Life," which he has developed for more than a decade. paints with "the palette of God, colorful floorboards, which jut at different angles in a spectrum of colors and provide a "foundation of love" for humankind. animated and mannerist in approach, often stretching and twisting into impossible positions. Glenn says that he elongates his figures, breathing life into their instruments as they become one through the element of jazz. heavily jazz-infused not a musician himself, when he was growing up, his father was an avid jazz collector. paint straight on to board, rather than canvas, tearing paper and fabrics to build his collage. When creating his instruments and characters, he uses illustration board, sketching them first before they're cut out, painted, and added to the work. he needs to live with it for two to three days, adjusting it later if necessary. work for 14 hours without eating or leaving, unaware until his wife calls him to attention. painting is incredibly liberating, removing all of his stress.

Lebadang

Died 2015 born in 1921 in Bich-La-Dong, a village along the Huong River in Quang-Tri Province of Hue, Vietnam. Even though is more than 90 years old, he knows he cannot stop creating. His wife, Myshu, tells Mr. Scaglione, "Life is a sinking ship and work is a lifeboat." on large pieces of thick burlap," Lebadang once said. "So, my paintings usually look rough and irregular in shape, but I think they are strange in a beautiful way. It is often a marriage between different kinds of art, painting, and sculpture, as well as installation art and architecture." He's been in Paris since 1939, studying at the École des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse for six years until his first one-man show in 1950. He found his first marketable success painting hundreds of cats on ceramic plates, still in high demand. Most recently, he has used pure foam board as a medium, using a knife to cut out intricate designs. He places the finished foam between two pieces of glass, creating a frame that allows light to shine through, producing ornate patterns and effects. Painting and printmaking are most frequently used media but he also works in terra cotta and a variety of other media, such as "Vessel" (1994). Whatever he creates, each piece speaks to the entangled roles of man and nature. In his 1981 "La Comédie Humaine," he writes, "In my work, I use the circle, the magic symbol of life, to enclose reliefs and landscapes. It symbolizes that nature is inseparable from man. Man finds sustenance and spiritual nourishment in every source." The artist's cast paper reliefs from the 1980s demonstrate this power of the circular shape. The handmade paper he designs is used as a pseudo-frame, ornately surrounding the paint and symbolically playing nature. And while the human form was not represented figuratively his work until the late 1970s, he confirms that man was always present Many of his figures become emotive and highly dramatic, this time with visible faces. By the time he approaches the 1990s, he demonstrates a new pictorial theme that is topographical and textured. Mixing media, he paints aerial scenes of mountains and oceans where the viewer is stationed in the heavens. These paintings elaborate on man's relationship to the natural world, continuously presented as a flurry of memories. growing up in Vietnam in the early 1920s to enlisting in the French Army for World War II (even before he had learned French) and taken prisoner by the Japanese, his experiences have triggered responses has been inspired by a legacy of French painting, Vietnam's millennium under Chinese rule soaks through his art: the mountains, the fog, and especially his square red signature provide parallels to early Chinese painting. "signature" acts as his own logo and closely mirrors the calligrapher's square red seal of a Song Dynasty hand scroll. Their size, shape, and color are virtually identical. After dozens of successful exhibitions, has been sending his money back to Vietnam to rebuild his devastated village, from the schools to the hospitals, until his village became the best in the country. Splitting his time between Vietnam and Paris, Rockefeller Collection in New York, and the Museum of Arts and Letters in France. For the International Institute of St. Louis.The Lebadang Award is presented biannually to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary volunteer service.

Escher

Dutch artist draftsman, book illustrator, tapestry designer and muralist primary work was as a print-maker early art are Rome and the Italian countryside lived in Italy from 1922 to 1935, he spent the spring and summer months traveling throughout the country to make drawings. winding roads of the Italian countryside, the dense architecture of small hillside towns, or details of massive buildings in Rome often created enigmatic spatial effects. These effects were created by combining various—often conflicting—vantage points, for instance, looking up and down at the same time. frequently made such effects more dramatic through his treatment of light, using vivid contrasts of black and white. left Italy in 1935, his interest shifted from landscape to something he described as "mental imagery," often based on theoretical premises. This was prompted in part by a second visit in 1936 to the 14th century palace of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain. The lavish tile work adorning the Moorish architecture suggested new directions in the use of color and the flattened patterning of interlocking forms. Replacing the abstract patterns of Moorish tiles with recognizable figures, Escher developed "the regular division of the plane" in the late 1930s Starting in the 1920s, the idea of "metamorphosis"—one shape or object turning into something completely different—became one of favorite themes. After 1935, increasingly explored complex architectural mazes involving perspective games and the representation of impossible spaces. Since 1964, the National Gallery of Art has formed the preeminent collection of art outside of Holland through the generosity of many donors, The Gallery's collection includes more than 400 works by Escher: drawings, illustrated books, technical materials and impressions of 330 of the artist's 450 prints. made over 400 woodcuts, wood engravings and lithographs and more than 2,000 drawings and sketches died on March 27, 1972 at the age of 73

Martiros Manoukian

God gives each of us something at birth. A person doesn't become an artist - he is simply born an artist," ...and so it began for the artist born on August 5, 1947. began painting seriously at age 11. he was already rebelling against the status quo, conformity, and anything "collective" in character. Once, after skipping school, he reappeared with a painting in hand, explaining that he couldn't attend school because, "Nature grabbed me and seduced me... and I had to paint it." traveled to and studied at the academies in Moscow and Leningrad and completed his studies in Yerevan in 1972. first exhibit as an adult was in 1972 in Armenia, in the Young Artists Exhibit sponsored by the Union of Soviet Artists - an exhibit later seen in Moscow. At an unusually young age of 26, he had the prestigious honor of qualifying to become a member of the Union of Soviet Artists. He participated in numerous exhibits under the auspices of the Union during the years 1974-1986 and received many honors and awards. In the USSR, he flourished not only as a painter, but also as an artist and designer in many other disciplines. However, his material success and outspoken defiance of Communist dogma continually brought him serious difficulties. Through his art, he found a means of expressing his freedom in symbolic ways, still within the parameters of politically acceptable images. "It was the only place to speak about freedom and so I spoke with my canvases in an easy, careful way." Finally, in 1987, his dream to emigrate to the U.S. was realized. Martiros says, "I had all these emotions and all these dreams but no way to express them." "Now," he says, "I am able to express them all." My style is life and I like life very much. My motif is beauty; the serenade and music are my life motif. I enjoy mixing media because art is freedom, my feelings, my victory... I do not actually know what I feel when I paint; I just paint my mood, a feeling that a camera's eye cannot catch - some special, subtle angle that perhaps others would not see." His colors combine mood and movement — key elements of his work. According to Martiros, "It is like a piano player who isn't limited to one or two octaves. Instead, he uses the whole keyboard." reflect something of antiquity in his homeland - reflections of centuries-old icons of Russian Orthodoxy. Others express contemporary images. All, in one way or another, celebrate love of life and freedom

Csaba Markus

Eternal Feminine in her many guises, both as mortal woman and as mythological goddess. origins in Budapest, Hungary, born in 1953. enmeshed in the traditions and Old World ideologies of Europe and in his search for direction he discovered and thoroughly embraced the artists of the Renaissance. His mentors became the works of artists such as Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and Botticelli, and his goal echoed their own: to find the perfect way of expressing himself through his art. Markus' quest for artistic expression brought both frustration and inner tension as he yearned to discover the world and to open himself up to every possible experience. He began to travel and his wanderings and exposure to different cultures were a source of endless inspiration. He began to experiment with hundreds of different techniques and media such as glass, sculpture, ceramics, handmade papers, etchings, mono prints, and even animation, as his paintings reflected the universal influences of his travels. Even as he continuously challenged himself with new ideas and techniques, Markus was always drawn back to the ideals of the Renaissance period. This resulted in the creation of his own highly unique style, a contemporary fusion of Renaissance Europe and Classical Mythology. His artistic development, however, was hindered by the rigorous controls of the Communist system in his native country. His desire for individuality and recognition clashed with the tenets of the Communism and he eventually realized that he could not flourish in such a restrictive environment. With the Old World ideals and Renaissance philosophies of his youth firmly in mind, Markus left Europe to travel the world and eventually established a fine art studio in California. The studio was a realization of one of his lifelong dreams which was to design a fully creative environment make the finest art prints, such as etchings, stone lithographs and serigraphs. "I want to create editions that are unique and of the highest quality," the artist has explained. "They should look as though I'd just finished painting it and put my paintbrush down five minutes before." Markus has described serigraphy as the "beautiful struggle," Each piece is extensively hand- embellished by Markus himself with dried pigments, ground glass, platinum, and 24 carat gold, in the tradition of European artisanship that Markus brings to all of his limited edition serigraphs. It is his desire for each and every piece to be a unique and individual objet d'art and his most recent creations have proved no exception. Markus' distinctive style is like no other and for this reason he stands alone, incomparable to other artists. universal appeal. "Pure Love" rounds out the list of the Top 10 Most Sensual Paintings, according to The Toronto Sun.

Georges Braque

Famous for developing the artistic movement of Cubism with Pablo Picasso born on May 13, 1882 in the village of Argenteuil-sur-Seine near Paris, France 1890, family moved to Le Havre, a port city in Normandy initially followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, training to become a house painter and decorator studied at Le Havre's École des Beaux-Arts at night: certificate in draftsmanship in 1902 studied at the Académie Humbert in Paris from 1902 to 1904. During this period, Braque's artwork reflected the style of the Impressionists but after viewing the work of the Fauves - including Henri Matisse, Andre Derain and Maurice de Vlaminck - in 1905, Braque adopted a bolder style. Braque exhibited his work in a Fauvist exhibition in 1907 at the Salon des Indépendants. 1907 attended a memorial exhibition at the Salon d'Automne in Paris for Paul Cézanne, inspired by Cézanne's unconventional perspective, his manipulation of spatial relationships, and the geometric rendering of his subjects. These elements would soon become the building blocks of Cubism. met Picasso The term "Cubism" was coined in 1908 by art critic Louis Vauxcelles, who, upon viewing a Braque work, said, "M. Braque scorns form and reduces everything - sites, figures and houses - to geometric schemas and cubes." 1912 papier collé - "pasted paper" - and collage as well. 1914, enlisted in the French Army and fought in World War I his art became freer and his colors brighter Normandy coast: melancholic phase late 1930s and early 1940s 1950s Fauve period numerous lithographs, sculptures, illustrations, jewelry, and decorative art designed the stage decor of two Sergei Diaghilev ballets in the 1920s, was asked to design the ceiling of the Etruscan Room (Salle Henri II) of the Louvre in Paris in the 1950s 1937 first prize at the Carnegie International in Pittsburgh. Georges Braque's passion and devotion to the arts lasted until his death on August 31, 1963. honored with a state funeral in the Cour Carrée, the courtyard of the Louvre a father of one of the most influential movements in art history

Picasso

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Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse is one of the most influential and recognizable names in the history of modern art. Born Henri-Émile-Benoît Matisse in Le Cateau- Cambrésis, France on December 31, 1869, Matisse initially studied law from 1887 to 1888 and worked for a notary as a legal clerk. In 1889 Matisse suffered from appendicitis, and while incapacitated, his mother gave him a set of art supplies to keep him occupied. He found he had a natural talent for art, and by 1891, he decided to pursue a career in the field full-time. Matisse followed the traditional educational path for artists during the time, studying at the Académie Julian and the École des Beaux Arts in Paris. He first began exhibiting his work in 1895. In 1901, he participated in the Salon des Indépendants and in 1904, his first solo exhibit was held at the gallery of famed art dealer Ambroise Vollard in Paris. Matisse's early work reflected the style of his predecessors and the rigid nature of his education but he soon began experimenting with new styles, quickly finding his own artistic voice. In 1905, Matisse's work was showcased in the Salon d'Automne in Paris which provided the first exhibition for the Fauvists. The style of Fauvism is characterized by bright, intense colors and bold brushstrokes that were not restricted to the confines of naturalistic interpretation - trees could be painted blue, grass could be painted pink, and all subjects were allowed a more abstract representation. Matisse was a central figure in the Fauvist movement, along with André Derain, Georges Braque, Maurice de Vlaminck, and Raoul Dufy. Matisse's subjects often included women, still lifes and landscapes. The Fauvist movement was short-lived, disbanding after 1907. Matisse continued to experiment in new styles, including Cubism, popularized and developed by fellow former Fauvist Georges Braque, and Pablo Picasso. Travels to Morocco in 1912 and 1913 also had an effect on Matisse's art, as he was inspired by the culture, native art, the light, and the people that he found there. Women became an increasingly popular subject for Matisse's work, particularly in the form of the odalisque (a female concubine) often in various stages of repose and undress. Matisse moved to Nice in the south of France in 1917 where he would later relocate permanently. This warm, bright region also influenced Matisse's work as Nice's landscapes became the subject of his work, highlighted with light, bright colors that seized his palette. Matisse worked in numerous media throughout his career, including painting, drawing, sculpture, decoupage, and graphic works. Matisse created several commissioned works, including a mural for the Barnes Foundation in Merion, Pennsylvania (outside of Philadelphia) and decorations for the Chapelle du Rosaire in Vence, near Cannes, in the south of France. Matisse was diagnosed with cancer in 1941 and two surgeries left the artist in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. This did not deter Matisse from working on his art, however. He returned to decoupage, a medium he began working in years ago, creating masterful works from paper cutouts. A major retrospective of Matisse's works was held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 1951 and the Musée Matisse opened the following year in Le-Cateau-Cambrésis, Matisse's hometown. Henri Matisse died on November 3, 1954 in Nice, France but left behind an impressive legacy. His works hang in public and private collections around the globe, and continue to be studied by art students and enthusiasts throughout the world. Transcending limitation to a single art movement or medium

Simon bull

Flair for art was noticed when he won his first art competition at the age of 6. Many followed 7, boarding school in the North of England His home in South America provided the young artist with a wonderland of sight and sound During his teens the family moved to Hong Kong: art of the East. his first one-man exhibition at the age of 18. London afforded him the opportunity of becoming familiar with the great art collections and enabled him to benefit from the wide range of exhibitions married Joanna, his childhood sweetheart. faced many economic hardships but fortunately, there was always a buyer somewhere that would save the day with a last-minute commission Throughout this period Simon painted the world around him. foothills of the Himalayas, toured the Mediterranean, and spent many weeks painting the mountains of the English Lake District expressions of the inner world, the world of the heart and of the spirit rich and vibrant style major one-man show at Harrods in London: 76 paintings The colors and imagery were becoming a means of conveying the viewer into another world. In 2000 he won the Fine Art Trade Guild award for the top selling original print artist in Great Britain short-listed twice for the best selling published artist award. He moved with his family to Carmel, California in 2003 where he now lives "If I can touch a life... if through my painting I can show something previously unseen, if I can reveal something old in a new way, if I can enrich a soul on its journey into the eternal then my painting - my living has not been in vain.''

Bernard Louedin

French painter, sculptor, illustrator and printmaker, born in 1938 in the city of Rennes, in the northwestern part of France. He began his artistic studies at a very early age with noted painter, Pierre Gilles Xavier de Langlais, and he later studied with Roger Chapelain-Midy. By 2002, his works had been mounted in 75 worldwide exhibitions. His works have been featured in more than a dozen books about art and artists. Nine monographs have been published on his work alone, including the hardcover book, Louédin; Phillippe le Guillou; la Biblioteque de Arts, Paris, 2002. Two films have been created featuring his art and life, and numerous articles have been written about his imagery and techniques. His work is included in important public and private collections including the City of Lannion, France, the Nantes Museum, The Hermitage Foundation, Lausanne, Switzerland and the Chateau de Vascoeuil, France. wife, Dominique de Serres is also a renowned fiber artist, and interprets his works and the imagery of other artists, as well as her own imagery, into highly sought-after limited edition tapestries. imagery, although dream-like, poetic and unique in conception, draws from influences as diverse as classical Greco-Roman art, Flemish and Northern Renaissance, to 20th century artists such as Yves Tanguy, Joseph Cornell and Giorgio Morandi. Excelling in painting, drawing and sculpture, Louedin is also considered a master engraver, having created more than 300 intaglio editions since 1972.

Albrecht Dürer

German draftsman, painter, and writer, is best known for his exquisite, intricate woodcuts, engravings, and etchings created a number of oil paintings, watercolors and sketches born on May 21, 1471 in Nuremberg, Germany, began his art education as a youth with his father, a successful goldsmith No formal education Drawing ability afforded him an apprenticeship with Michael Wolgemut, a highly successful artist in Nuremberg, at age 15. It was in Wolgemut's workshop that Dürer began to learn the printmaking techniques of woodcut and drypoint. Dürer traveled a great deal during his life, beginning after the completion of his apprenticeship in 1489. visits to Italy - the first of which took place in 1494 - perhaps had the greatest impression on him, the naturalistic ways in which proportion, perspective, and the human anatomy Before the end of the decade, Dürer completed his renowned woodcut series, The Apocalypse (1498), "The Large Passion" (1497-1500), and began working on "Life of the Virgin" (1500- From 1500-1520 he created several prints in addition to paintings, portraits, and commissioned works. He began to create burin engravings in copper during this productive period. selected as the official court artist for the Roman Emperors Maximilian I and Charles V beginning in 1518 created a portrait for King Christian II of Denmark in 1521. contracted an illness during his travels and even upon his return to Nuremberg in 1521 he would never fully recover began writing the theories that inspired him regarding geometry, fortification, and human proportion: "Instructions of Measurement" (1525), Fortifications of Towns," "Castle and Large Villages" (1527), and "Four Books on Human Proportion" (1528). His "Instructions on Measurement" (also referred to as "The Painter's Manual") was the first German language book published for adults on the subject of math, and Four Books on "Human Proportion" remained a major art education text for years, even though did not have a formal education himself. died in his hometown, Nuremberg, in 1528 at age 56. among art history's Old Masters

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Charles Lee

Korean born diverse, multi-talented artist with the capability of creating many different types of art from pencil-drawn portraits to tranquil landscapes and arresting abstracts. His most recent works are low-relief and richly textured mixed media compositions. (including gold foil) that demonstrates his keen sense of color. Yet in spite of such vibrant imagery he presents his subjects in a calm and reflective - almost ethereal - way. Working on canvas and paper, reveals a knowledge and fascination with Roman, Greek, and Egyptian architecture. He is also interested in exploring the dimensions of the female form, traditionally set against neo-classical backdrops such as palaces or mansions. He frequently uses columns - an element of his craftsmanship that recalls classical Greek and Roman history. "I want people to be there... to be inside of this period in time... inside those beautiful buildings," he says. Growing up in Seoul, Korea, He went on to graduate from a university where he majored in art and had his first personal show at the age of twenty three. arrived in the United States in the onset of the 1990s and worked with a Miami wholesaler of fine art. resides in Florida with his wife and two ch

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Hanna-Barbera

Mgm 1937 and one of their first projects was to create cartoon about a cat and mouse. The movie-going audiences loved Tom the Cat and Jerry the Mouse. Over the next twenty years, the series was awarded seven Academy Awards, far more than any other cartoon character. formed their own production company to create animated cartoons for television. original animation for television was almost unheard of; television usually recycled dated or second-rate theatrical cartoons. very limited budget With his delightful draftsmanship and comic inventiveness, Joseph Barbera assumed the position of President, and William Hanna, with his precise understanding of comic tempo and ability to marshal top talents into an efficient unit, became Senior Vice President. Huckleberry Hound was the first cartoon to receive an Emmy for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Children's Programming. Among other renowned characters are Yogi Bear, Boo Boo, Quick Draw McGraw, Baba Looey, Auggie Doggie and Doggie Daddy, and Snooper and Blabber. In 1960, the Flintstones became the world's finest half-hour animated situation comedy. The celebrated series garnered numerous awards, including the Golden Globe Award, and ran for six years in prime time, longer than any other animated show. the Jetsons, Scooby Doo, Johnny Quest and the Smurfs influential leaders in the television cartoon industry. Bill Hanna died at the age 90

Michael cheval

Michael Cheval, 1966, in Kotelnikovo (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kotelnikovo), Russia (http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russia ) is a contemporary artist specializing in Absurdist paintings, drawings and portraits. He is the co-founder of Cheval Fine Art Inc. and currently resides in New Jersey ,USA. His work is internationally acclaimed and has been exhibited regularly in galleries across the USA and Europe. Biography Michael Cheval was born in 1966 in Kotelnikovo, a small town in southern Russia. Growing up in an artistic family, his love of drawing was encouraged from early childhood by his father, Mikhail Khokhlachev, a self-taught artist and by his grandfather, Yuri Lipov, a professional artist and sculptor. His ability developed quickly and by three years old, he could already draw complex compositions. When Cheval's family moved to Germany in 1980, the new environment made a great and indelible impression on the young artist. During that period he also pursued other artistic pursuits, composing songs, playing in a rock' n' roll band and writing poetry. In 1986, he moved to Balkanabat , Turkmenistan and graduated from Ashgabad school of Fine Art in 1992. Absorbing Eastern philosophy and the character of Central Asia, he began working as an independent professional artist, shaping his style and direction. He also collaborated with several theaters and publishing houses in the Ashgabad and Balkanabat, creating stage sets, costumes and illustrating books. In 1990 Cheval held his first personal exhibition in Turkmenistan's State Museum of Fine Art, a significant event that showed high appreciation from the region's artist community. In 1993, he moved to Moscow, Russia, and worked as an independent artist and illustrator for various publishing houses, including the famous book-publishing house "Planeta". With his immigration to New York City , USA in 1997, a new epoch began for the artist. He returned to the Western culture that inspired him in his youth, but now brought along his own experience, philosophy and vision. Acclaim for his art grew quickly and in 1998 he became a member of the prestigious New York's National Arts Club In 2011, commissioned by Gina Lollobrigida, he completed a full body, official portrait of her. His works are held in State Museum Of Fine Art, Ashgabad, Turkmenistan, in Museum of Fine Art, Volgodonsk , Russia and in the private collections of Gina Lollobrigida, Warren Buffet, Ernst Fuchs, and Ian Gillan(Deep Purple) Style Cheval's art is notable for its power, technical brilliance, subtlety, grandeur and the originality of its concepts. Cheval compares his paintings to a puzzle whose code needs to be discovered; yet there may be more than one solution to the riddle and he invites the audience to provide their own unique interpretations of his art, through which new ideas and a higher level of understanding of the work is attained. Cheval says: " The spectator should have aspiration to understand the world I present, and thereby expand his horizons and his consciousness. I'm always happy when I see that a viewer understands me, when they have the desire to play my game". Amongst the influences on Cheval's art are the Russian artists of the 19th-20th centuries, such as Pavel Fedotov, Vasily Perov, Vasily Surikov and Viktor Vasnetsov, the artists of the Italian Renaissance and the Dutch artists of the 16th-17th centuries, in particular Vermeer and Gerard Ter Borch. The greatest influence that helped him define his style came from the two Surrealists (of the 20th century, Salvador Dali and Rene Magritte, although he sees his style as distinct from surrealism, describing it as "Absurdism". According to his definition, "absurdism" is an inverted side of reality, a reverse side of logic that does not emerge from the dreams of surrealists or the realm of the subconsciousness. Rather, it is a game of imagination, where all ties are carefully chosen to construct a literary plot. Cheval says: " Absurdity, like any other genre, has its own rules. But it implies everything that is outlying of common rules and boundaries. "Absurdism" is an attempt to understand our life the way it truly is. Without propaganda, ideology, politics, and imposed tastes. Life in its pure state is beautiful, full of logic and meaning. But combined with the above, it is absurd, illogical. The majority of people became accustomed to such life and they do not notice this. That is why it is useful, once in a while, to turn everything upside down, in order to wake them." Cheval identifies an aesthetic connection between his style and Samuel Beckett's and Eugène Ionesco's Theatre of the Absurd, as well as Peter Greenaway's , Luis Buñuel's and Tarsem Singh's films. He cites his passion for literature and poetry as contributing to the visual vocabulary and symbolism of his art. He also describes the experience he had gained from being a musician and a writer as an essential factor in the realization of his goals in the painting field. Critical and Public Response Every one of Cheval's paintings is a map of his journey into illusion. His work is often metaphorical and requires a sharp eye to decipher the hidden allusions. Figurative objects are used as symbols; the human form is often only alluded to. Instead of relying on cultural sources, he explores deep motives of unconsciousness that are easily understood because they are universal. He paints using the language of dreams, juxtaposing things that "should not" exist together in an often otherwise realistic style, making it easier to accept. Cheval's artwork is crafted with the virtuosity of great masters belonging to the Golden Age of Dutch art and conjures visions of supernatural domains, doorways into parallel realities, and glimpses into the world of absurdity . The irrational and the mysterious is expressed simply and clearly in his paintings, which are often similar to photographs. The familiar, however, is inevitably invaded by the unreal: unfeasible spheres, floating under the arches of gothic cathedrals, a violin sliding down the pipes, countless masks, continually changing and leaving their characters for different roles. Moments of time collide; threads from one world seep into another; life on its stage with the fine strings controlling our actions is caught, momentarily, like a photo somehow capturing the hand of God. Each of his paintings leads its own individual existence. They come to life in a mysterious and magical way, and, after leaving their creator, they become viable entities that possess a spiritual force and an ability to initiate a dialog as well as to gather around itself groups of adherents. Cheval Fine Art Inc. Cheval Fine Art Inc. was established in 2009 in New York by Michael and Beatrice Cheval. The company publishes, exhibits, promotes and popularizes the works of Michael Cheval. Cheval Fine Art Inc. offers original oil on canvas paintings by Michael Cheval, as well as limited edition prints on canvas, aluminum and paper, and books. Cheval Fine Art Inc. works with different galleries around USA, private collectors around the world, museums and auction houses. Awards 2000 National Arts Club Exhibition Committee Award 2009 Chosen as The Best of Worldwide Oil Artists by the "Best of Worldwide Artists" Volume 1 Book Series 2009 Winner of the First Prize of "Palm Art Award", awarded by Palm Art Award Jury and Art Domain Gallery (Leipzig) Michael Cheval was born in 1966 in Kotelnikovo, a small town in southern Rus- sia. He grew up among paints and brushes, canvases and easels. His grandfather, a professional artist and sculptor, developed Michael's love for drawing in his early child- hood. A three-year-old boy, he could already draw complex multi-figured composi- tions, illustrating his fantasies and impressions. 1980, Michael and his family moved to Germany. His new setting made a great impression on the young artist. Museums and castles, ancient streets and won- derful landscapes of southern Germany permanently defined Michael's tastes and predilections. Always interested in history and literature, Michael became absorbed in music. He organized a band and devoted a number of years to rock 'n' roll. He com- posed songs and wrote poetry. After graduating school and serving in a Soviet Army, Michael moved to Nebit- Dag, a Turkmenistan city in the middle of Kara-Kum desert, near the Iranian border. Absorbing Oriental philosophy and the character of Central Asia, he began working as an independent professional artist, shaping his style and surrealistic direction. Mi- chael collaborated with several theaters and publishing houses in Nebit-Dag and Ash- gabad. In 1992, he graduated from Ashgabad school of Fine Art. In 1990, Michael held his first personal exhibition in Turkmenistan's National Museum of Fine Art. This was a significant event for the 24-year-old artist that showed high appreciation from the republic's artist community. In 1994, Michael moved to Russia and worked in Moscow as an independent artist and an illustrator for various publishing houses, including the famous book-publishing house "Planeta". His decision to immigrate in 1997 to USA began a new epoch for the artist. He returned to the Western culture that greatly inspired him in his youth, but now he brought his own experience, his philosophy and vision. In 1998, he became a member of the prestigious New York's National Arts Club, where in 2000 he was distinguished with the Exhibition Committee Award at the annual club exhibition. Since 1998, Michael regularly exhibits in various New York galleries. He is a member of Society for Art of Imagination (London, UK) since 2002, and participates in annual European exhibitions held by the Association. In 2003, Michael was accepted as a participant in the famous "Brave Destiny" ex- hibition, held in Williamsburg Art and Historical Center in Brooklyn. Among other participants were such celebrated artists as H. R. Giger and Ernst Fuchs. Since 2001, Michael exhibits at the International Show, Art Expo, which is held annually in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York. In 2006, Michael's works were accepted by "Feast of Imagination" exposition at H.R. Giger Museum Gallery, Switzerland. In 2008 - he was accepted as a participant in the "Dreamscape 2009" exhibition in Amsterdam and published in "Dreamscape" book among of 50 Worldwide famous surrealist artists.

Engraving

Physical process burin cuts a design directly into the surface of a metal plate plate is inked pressed onto sheet of fine paper

Acrylic

Pigment bound by synthetic resin, rather than natural oils. advantage of drying faster than oil paint. applied to canvas, linen, paper or wood.

Brian jull

Self-taught artist born in 1949 in Greenwich, London in England. Greenwich is a town on the bank of the river Thames and its naval history helped to shape life. began drawing as a child, professionally he would first follow in his father's footsteps as a seaman, joining the merchant Navy at 18. studied the work of the masters at the nearby Maritime Museum and began painting seascapes, traveling to towns along the English coast to best capture the scenes. popular oil paintings focus on the effect of varying natural light on outdoor city scenes and landscapes. Visits to France gave him the opportunity to experience the work of 19th century artists that inspired him, like Georges Seurat, Claude Monet, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

Romero britto

The New York Times says style "exudes warmth, optimism and love," unique fusion of Pop Art and Cubism calls on the knowledge of art history, popular aesthetics, and a sense of humor - melding into a new and playfully insightful style Born in 1963 in Recife, Brazil painted images on scraps of cardboard and newspaper 1988, Absolut Vodka Andy Warhol and Keith Haring Other commissions: Grand Marnier, Apple Computers, Pepsi-Cola, IBM, Disney, a United Nations postage stamp series, Britto Mini Cooper for BMW Collectors: Michael Jordan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Guggenheims, the Rothschilds, the Kennedys In 2012, Britto's work was honored at Brazil's Carnival. cubist elements adding vibrant colors, pop imagery, playful themes, plus an inventive use of his signature within his paintings Philanthropy: Andre Agassi Foundation for Education, the World Economic and Development Fund, St. Judes Hospital, his own - the Britto Foundation. profiled in numerous national publications including People Magazine, Art News, Variety, and Leaders Magazine. Lincoln Road gallery in Miami Beach, Florida MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS Carrousel du Louvre, Salon Nationale des Beaux-Arts Louvre Museum, Salle Le Norte Paris, France Today Art Museum Beijing, China Museum of Contemporary Art/MOCA Shanghai, Chin Museu Nacional de Belas Artes Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Museo da Imagem e do Som Sao Paulo, Brazil Officina de Arte Belo Horizonte, Brazil Museo de Cinco Pontas Recife, Brazil Brazilian ambassador for the 2016 Summer Olympics 2010 and 2014 official artist for World Cup wanted to be a diplomat painting party with the 2015 Miss Universe contestants at his Miami studio on Jan. 11 to benefit Best Buddies International, and represent what Britto said was the world coming together to celebrate beauty and happiness. combines cubism, pop art and graffiti painting influences like Pablo Picasso and Matisse 1988, Absolut Vodka's Absolut Art campaign

Leroy Neiman

There's been a lot of excitement recently regarding the Leroy Neiman collection we are finally able to offer to our clients. Whereas a lot of auctioneers are doing very well with the new works, it appears that some auctioneers are unaware of the magnitude of who Leroy Neiman was as an artist; or the prestige of owning some of his original poster works dating all the way back to the 1970's. The RST's have put together a document to aid you in selling his work. In 4 points, artistically speaking ,who was Leroy Neiman? -Leroy Neiman is widely considered to be the World's first great sports artist. In an incredible career, he covered almost every pinnacle sporting event of his time. The list includes: The US Super bowl, The World Series, Epsom Derby, Kentucky Derby, The Russian Ballet, Monaco Grand Prix, Tour de France, Wimbledon, Both the PGA & Masters Golf tournaments and several major Winter & Summer Olympic games (including Munich '72). -Beyond sports he has painted all walks of society including Presidents, movie stars, socialites, jet setters, jockeys, dishwashers and music legends. You can say he captured a complete panoramic of society. -Decades later, his works now hang in many permanent collections including: The Hermitage Museum, Smithsonian Museum, Whitney Museum, Brooklyn Museum, National Portrait Gallery DC and The Wadham Museum, Oxford. -At the time of his death in 2012, he was considered by many to be one of the most loved American artists of all time. Leroy Neiman - As an individual At Park West, we often use the term 'Rock Star' to describe an individual. Although Leroy Neiman was obviously not a musical legend, artistically speaking, he really did lead a rock star life... In his time, he was the chronicler and confidant of Muhammad Ali; he went on adventures with Frank Sinatra, travelled all through Europe and Africa with his friend Hugh Heffner, smoked cigars with Castro, had countless escapades with Dali and Warhol (Warhol & Neiman even had a two man show together in '82), he joked and exchanged quips with President Nixon and he not only painted Sylvester Stallone but appeared in most of his Rocky films. Whilst painting the Olympic games he witnessed first hand the 1972 Munich terrorist attacks. He travelled the world and covered almost very major sporting event of his time and to top it off, had a career with Playboy spanning almost half a century. He was the ultimate adventurer, the ultimate sports fan, and the ultimate artist. This all transcends in to one of our most exciting archival releases to date and you can see it in the cacophony of colour, excitement and energy that is Leroy Neiman's work. Your clients have an opportunity to invite this into their homes. Selling his work At Park West we have always prided ourselves on being able to offer all levels of mediums and collecting to our clients. Now we are proud to offer original posters and serigraphs from Leroy Neiman. Posters you say? We don't sell posters... These are not reprints. These are VINTAGE and NOSTALGIC works that have been archived in some case for over 40 years. This is one of the most comprehensive archival Neiman releases in our company history and they come in at a heck of a low price point framed. The price of these not only make them great for auction techniques such as panels, but also great stepping stones to the more expensive works as well. Regardless of whether or not clients upgrade, there are incredible collecting opportunities in their own right. Many artists have used posters as a way to express their creativity and are often considered landmarks of time. Think Peter Max in the 60's, Chagall and the opera, Picasso and his bullfights etc. There are countless artists who have chronicled history and expressed their creativity through the medium of posters and Neiman is at the forefront of this. You can find more information on Neiman in your guides. A complete timeline of his achievements and his awards has been attached to this document. As always, please reach out to your RST's with any further help you need regarding the artist or panel presentations. Chronology 1921 Born June 8 in St. Paul, Minnesota. 1940's 1942 - 46 Drafted into the Army, serves four years, three in Europe. 1946 Student at the St. Paul Gallery and School of Art with Clement Haupers. 1946 - 50 Student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago on G.I. Bill; studies with Boris Anisfeld; studies liberal arts at the University of Illinois and DePaul University, Chicago. 1950's 1950 - 60 Member of the Faculty, School of the Art Institute of Chicago; teaches figure drawing and fashion drawing. 1952 Begins using enamel house paints; begins drawing horse races at Arlington Park. 1954 Exhibits for first time in juried Chicago Artists and Vicinity Show, where he continues to show for next six years; wins Chicago Art Director's Award; exhibits at Philadelphia Art Alliance. 1955 Exhibits at the Carnegie Pittsburgh International Exhibition of Contemporary Painting; wins award at National Art Directors Show; instructor of painting at Elmwood Park Art League and North Shore Art League. 1956 Included in "New Talent in America 1956," published by Art in America, February 1956; delves deeper into Chicago sports scene, draws Chicago Bears, Blackhawks, and boxing. 1957 First television appearance on Art Institute of Chicago TV Show, "Artist's Choice;" painting instructor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago Summer Session and for two years at Ox-Bow Summer School, Saugatuck, Michigan, where he creates his first lithographs; creates the Femlin character which appears in Playboy for the next fifty-five years; marries artist Janet Byrne. 1958 Begins extensive travels for Playboy Magazine, creating a feature on the high life called "Man at His Leisure," which appears regularly for the next fifteen years. 1960's 1960 Paints at Squaw Valley Winter Olympic Games; travels six months through Europe covering sporting and social events: the Grand National Steeplechase, the Epsom Derby, Ascot, the Oxford-Cambridge boat race in England, Maxim's Tour d'Argent Restaurant, The Lido and Folies Bergere in Paris, the Cannes Film Festival and St. Tropez, Fiesta de San Isidro bullfights in Madrid, and the Grand Prix de Monaco auto race. 1960 - 70 Executes more than 100 paintings and two murals for eighteen Playboy Clubs. 1961 Takes studio in Paris; does studies of Deauville social season and sketches the great restaurants of France; sketches Dublin Horse Show, Dublin bars and cricket at Lord's in London. 1962 Sketches Bordeaux wine country, Paris fashion shows, racing at Longchamp, and Giraglia Yacht Race on the Riviera; paints Regatta of the Gondoliers in Venice; does studies of Fellini directing 8 1/2 and sketches at Cinecitte film studios in Rome; visits United States to execute a commission for twelve paintings of the Indianapolis 500. 1963 Returns from Paris; establishes a studio in New York; teaches painting at Arts & Crafts Inc., Winston-Salem, North Carolina; travels to Mexico with Shel Silverstein; sketches in Mexico City and Acapulco. 1964 Starts series of Muhammad Ali sketches and paintings which span the next fifteen years; sketches America's Cup Challenge in Newport, Rhode Island; returns to England to sketch London nightlife and Prince Philip playing polo at Windsor; paints the Tour de France in Paris. 1965 Commemorates Sugar Ray Robinson with 8' x 6' portrait Farewell to Boxing unveiled at Madison Square Garden ceremony; painting Introduction of the Champions of the Ring installed at Madison Square Garden; paints portraits of Mae West and poet Marianne Moore. 1966 Sketches Kentucky Derby; in London, paints personalities and theater scenes including the Beatles and Carnaby Street; paints surfing in California; executes mural for Swedish Lloyd ship S.S. Patricia; creates art for film Casino Royale; sketches indoor polo for opening of Houston Astrodome. 1967 Sketches and paints leading figures in the arts, sports and entertainment world, including Leonard Bernstein, Joe Louis, Frank Sinatra, Brigitte Bardot and ballerina Suzanne Farrell; paints Le Mans auto race in France, nudist colonies on the Dalmation Coast, bull fights at the Fiesta at Pamplona, the dolce vita of Rome. 1968 Paints the Kirov and Bolshoi ballets in Russia; executes critical sketches of the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago; paints Bobby Hull for Time Magazine cover; contributes drawings for Harper's Magazine articles on Muhammad Ali and on Robert F. Kennedy and race relations; initiates art class for Economic Opportunity Atlanta. 1969 Sketches civil rights figures and teaches art for African/American youth at Economic Opportunity Atlanta; creates poster for Kurt Weill's Off-Broadway show and program art for Oh! Calcutta, sketches New York City Ballet; appears regularly on TV as New York Jets Artist-in-Residence; collaborates with Dave Anderson on book, Countdown to Super Bowl; covers horse racing at Ascot and Longchamp, camel racing in Morocco. 1970's 1970 Paints backdrop for Broadway play Borstal Boy and album cover for Fifth Dimension; exhibits in "Portraits of American Newsmakers" show of Time Magazine covers at the National Portrait Gallery of the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC which also tours; sketches social events, dog racing, and horse show in Dublin; travels with Hugh Hefner in Europe and Africa; sketches wildlife on safari; creates poster for Ali-Quarry fight, Ali's return to the ring in Atlanta; This Great Game published by Rutledge; paints New York Stock Exchange. 1971 Travels to Monte Carlo, London, Paris, and Switzerland; produces etchings and lithographs in Zurich and begins publication of limited edition serigraphs; creates official poster and program, and draws pre-fight sketches for Ali-Frazier I at Madison Square Garden for the New York Times Magazine cover and post-fight sketches for ABC-TV; illustrates Jose Torres' book on Ali, Sting Like a Bee. 1972 Covers Fischer-Spassky world championship chess tournament in Reykjavik, Iceland, and Munich Olympic Games, on camera for ABC-TV; covers World Series for NBC-TV; creates serigraph for Knicks-Lakers championship game; paints Super Bowl for Time Magazine cover; and cover for Golf Digest. 1973 Creates Super Bowl art for NBC-TV; sketches The Masters golf tournament for Golf Digest; paints commission for Museum of Jazz; creates serigraph of Triple Crown winner Secretariat; sketches Foreman-Frazier fight in Jamaica; travels on multi-city tour and exhibit of Olympic serigraphs. 1974 Covers Stanley Cup hockey playoffs for NBC-TV; creates first of six annual posters for Newport Jazz Festival; creates poster for Ali-Foreman fight in Kinshasa, Zaire, and for Frank Sinatra concert at Carnegie Hall, New York. 1975 Creates official bicentennial poster for St. Paul, MN; creates official program cover for the World Series; creates poster for Ali-Frazier III fight and paints cockfights at La Paloma in Manila; creates first of four annual posters for Robert F. Kennedy Pro-Celebrity Tennis Tournament. 1976 Paints mural on-camera as ABC-TV Official Artist at Olympic Games, Montreal; paints on French Riviera; paints Harlem scene for Jazz mobile poster; paints Chris Evert for Saturday Evening Post cover. 1977 Works in Paris; creates poster for NBA All-Star game and for Lacrosse USA; sets up etching press in studio and creates Eaux Fortes Suite of etchings. 1978 Creates first live computer art for CBS-TV coverage of Super Bowl, New Orleans; creates poster for Bill Bradley's first Senatorial campaign; creates poster for Ali-Spinks II match in New Orleans. 1979 Paints the Ginza, Kamakura Buddha and Mount Fuji in Japan, Royal Ascot in London, and Pan-Am Games in Puerto Rico for CBS-TV. 1980's 1980 Official Artist, Lake Placid Winter Olympic Games; Official Artist, Democratic National Convention, New York; paints commission for Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas; sketches Carnival in Rio de Janeiro; presents painting commemorating signing of Egypt-Israeli Peace Treaty to President Carter at the White House. 1981 - 1990 Executes 24' x 16' portrait of Sylvester Stallone for Rocky films; creates art for Rocky II and appears as ring announcer in Rocky III, IV, and V. 1982 Paints Stock Exchange in London; creates poster for Kool Jazz Festival. 1983 Executes billboard, television commercial and program for the Folies Bergere show at the Tropicana, Las Vegas. 1984 Appointed Official Artist, Winter Olympics, Sarajevo, and Summer Olympics, Los Angeles. 1985 Returns to Brazil to paint Gavea Golf and Country Club in Rio de Janeiro and stock exchange in Sao Paulo. 1986 Appointed Official Artist, Goodwill Games in Moscow for Turner Broadcasting Network; paints America's Cup commission for the New York Yacht Club. 1987 Paints and makes video documentaries of Old St. Andrew's in Scotland and the Riviera in France; paints Indianapolis 500 auto race commission; presents Minute Man poster to President Ronald Reagan at the White House. 1988 Executes mural for Golden Nugget, Las Vegas; paints commission for the Caribbean Classic at Caliente Racetrack in Tijuana, Mexico; paints and makes video documentary on the topic of Napoleon at Waterloo. 1989 Paints Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli, and Sammy Davis Jr. at Royal Albert Hall, London; sketches the World Series at Candlestick Park in San Francisco during earthquake; does sketches, paintings, and video documentary of New York's Central Park. 1990's 1990 Executes commemorative painting for 100th anniversary of Los Angeles Dodgers; paints The Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia; travels and sketches in Rome, Paris, and Hong Kong. 1991 Executes paintings for 25th anniversary of Spectrum Stadium, Philadelphia, 10th anniversary of Miami Grand Prix, and of Joe Morgan and Jim Palmer for Baseball Hall of Fame inductions; travels to Japan to paint geishas, the Ginza and golf; creates Michael Jordan poster and serigraph; works on sketchbooks and paintings in Paris and Berlin. 1992 Paints Tom Seaver for Baseball Hall of Fame induction; paints suite of four famous golf courses Saw grass, Augusta, Pebble Beach, and Riviera in conjunction with publication of Big Time Golf book; works on sketchbooks and paintings in Venice, Milan, and Rome. 1993 Paints Reggie Jackson for Baseball Hall of Fame induction, Larry Bird for Boston Garden, and Iroquois Steeplechase, Nashville; creates poster for CBS-TV film Call of the Wild; paints Frank Sinatra for cover of Duets album; paints Tony Larussa, 'Manager of the Year' 1994 Paints Pebble Beach Golf Clubhouse creates poster for CBS-TV film The Yearling; attends and paints Super Bowl XXVII in Atlanta; paints Monte Carlo and Venice; goes on painting safari in Kenya; sketches Luciano Pavarotti at Metropolitan Opera; paints Frank Sinatra for Duets II album. 1995 Paints Babe Ruth from historic photo for Baseball Hall of Fame, U.S. Open at Shinnecock Golf Course, and Rockefeller Center; creates 40-foot mural on Broadway theater façade for Tommy Tune's musical Busker Alley; appointed a member of the New York City Advisory Commission for Cultural Affairs. 1996 Commissioned by the United Nations to create six postage stamps for the Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta; paints Super Bowl XXX in Phoenix, Arizona; paints Hall of Famer for the Baseball Hall of Fame's permanent art exhibition; creates serigraph and poster of The Three Tenors: Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras and Luciano Pavarotti. 1997 Inaugurates the LeRoy Neiman Center for Print Studies at Columbia University, New York; introduction of LeRoy Neiman Selection Cigar; narrates and appears in film documentary on Cuba and cigars, Rhythm and Smoke; creates poster commemorating 50th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the racial barrier in major league baseball; travels to South Africa to personally present a commissioned portrait of President Nelson Mandela to President Mandela. 1998 Inaugurates LeRoy Neiman Center for the Study of American Culture and Society, UCLA; unveils baccarat painting for Desert Inn, Las Vegas; exhibits and participates in seminar on Frank Sinatra at Hofstra University; paints and creates serigraph edition of Joe DiMaggio; designs label for Duval-LeRoy Champagne of Rheims, France; creates official poster for Breeder's Cup, Louisville, Kentucky; cover art for Goodwill Games official program, and cover art for The Nation. 1999 Creates art for Givenchy perfumes; paints Mark McGwire and creates serigraph edition commemorating home run record; creates label art for Duval-LeRoy Champagne of Rheims, unveiled in Paris; paints John Elway and creates serigraph edition celebrating retirement from football; releases serigraph of Mickey Mantle. 2000's 2000 Creates boxing painting for use as poster for Heavyweight Explosion cable TV program; paints Mike Piazza and Cal Ripken, Jr., which are made into serigraph editions; the first LeRoy Neiman Art Center for Youth is opened in San Francisco; commissioned to create official artwork for 125th Preakness Stakes, he also paints the colors of the winning horse on the weather vane at the conclusion of The Preakness Stakes and 2000 PGA Championship Tournament at Valhalla Golf Course. 2001 Salutes Muhammad Ali as "Athlete of the Century" with oversized portrait and limited edition serigraphs; commissioned to paint Mardi Gras official poster for 2002; commissioned by the Phoenix Suns star Charles Barkley on retirement of uniform number; commissioned to paint UCLA basketball coach John Wooden; creates poster for 2001 All-Star Jockey Championship; attends 25th year reunion of ABC- TV coverage of 1976 Munich Olympics; commissioned by New York City Fire Department to commemorate September 11 attacks, creates image of NYFD fireman's helmet and donates the original painting to auction for the Widows and Orphans Fund; the second LeRoy Neiman Art Center for Youth is opened in Watsonville, California; the largest serigraph yet by artist, Circus, having image size of 43 3/4 x 65 inches, is completed after two years of work. 2002 Commissioned to paint Wayne Gretzky, gold medal winning coach of the Canadian Olympic Hockey Team; commissioned to create official tournament poster for the first U.S. Open to be held at a public golf course, Bethpage, Long Island, New York; illustrates Casey at the Bat, published as a trade edition by Ecco Press, with forward by New York Yankees manager Joe Torre; creates the Lewis-Tyson poster for the heavyweight championship fight in Memphis, TN; creates the official poster and program cover for the Oscar De La Hoya-Fernando Vargas championship boxing match in Las Vegas; painting of Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird is unveiled during Johnson's induction ceremonies at the Basketball Hall of Fame; Gallagher's Steakhouse in New York City unveils a permanent collection of Neiman artwork portraying the city's greatest athletes; travels to Havana, Cuba with representatives of Congress and members of the press to meet with President Fidel Castro, and creates seven charcoal drawings of Castro. 2003 S.I. DuPont commissions a golf design for a limited edition pen and lighter set; commissioned to paint Bernie Williams for his first guitar album, The Journey Within; Official Artist for Funny Cide, winner of the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes; unveiling of painting Funny Cide at Saratoga Racetrack, New York; creates etching for a third champagne bottle design for Duval-LeRoy, Rheims, France; commissioned to paint Roger Clemens; commissioned to paint New York Yankees outfielder Hideki Matsui to benefit the 2005 Special Olympics in Nagano, Japan; designs golf wine label for David Frost Wines, South Africa. 2004 Creates program for the De La Hoya vs. Hopkins championship fight in Las Vegas; creates a painting of Sylvester Stallone for the television reality show The Contender and makes a cameo; commissioned to do a portrait of the New England Patriots team owner for the football team; designs the jacket cover of Art Shamsky's book The Magnificent Seasons; commissioned to paint Fiorello's Restaurant, New York City; commissioned to paint the Washington Redskins. 2005 Commissioned to create a painting commemorating the 100th anniversary of the City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas Past and Present; creates The Martha Graham Suite of five limited edition lithographs to benefit the Martha Graham Center for Contemporary Dance; contributes art for the new Muhammad Ali Center which opens in November, 2005, Louisville, Kentucky; raises funds for the establishment of a permanent administrative office for Good Tidings Foundation and a new LeRoy Neiman Art Center for Youth, San Francisco, California; the Archives of American Art of the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC, receives The LeRoy Neiman Papers for their collection, and honors the artist in a reception at the Museum of American History; creates poster and program as Official Artist of the 2005 Indy 500; commissioned to paint top five poker players in the world for Bellagio Casino, Las Vegas; commissioned to create ten pastels of polo players for a Southampton inn and restaurant. Donates an original watercolor of jazz musicians on Bourbon Street, New Orleans and a limited edition LeRoy Neiman Sketchbook: 1964 Liston vs. Clay - 1965 Ali vs. Liston to the New Orleans Higher Ground Relief Benefit held at Jazz at Lincoln Center, New York. 2006 LeRoy Neiman Art Center for Youth opens at Pier 9 San Francisco; major retrospective of jazz works is held at Franklin Bowles Galleries in San Francisco; commissioned to paint a commemorative painting for the Stardust casino in Las Vegas; makes a cameo appearance in Rocky Balboa; begins work on a film about his jazz paintings; receives Honorary Doctorate from the Art Institute of Chicago, and holds two weeks of master classes there for high school students in the spring and fall. Creates Stardust, Elephant, Poker Room at the Bellagio, Mercantile Exchange and Parade Royale serigraphs; LeRoy featured in TOOTS, a documentary film about the rise and fall of the world's greatest saloonkeeper, a film by Kristi Jacobson, granddaughter of Toots Shor. 2007 Publishes his book: Femlin, M Press, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of his character drawn for the pages of Playboy. LeRoy is commissioned to paint official image for the Ryder Cup 2008, completes a serigraph for it as well; Commissioned to create a Muhammad Ali inspired collection for Adidas; publishes America's Cup, Super bowl III (Joe Namath), International Horse Show and Adriano Morales, World Champion Bull Rider on Little Yellow Jacket limited edition serigraphs; major retrospective for Femlin at Franklin Bowles in both San Francisco and New York; LeRoy's drawing of Louis Armstrong is selected to be made into a poster and distributed to every school in the USA by the Smithsonian Institute in April as the official poster commemorating Jazz Appreciation Month. 2008 LeRoy is the keynote speaker for a symposium at the New York Historical Society in conjunction with the exhibition 'Life's Pleasures: the Ashcan Artists' Brush with Leisure, 1895-1925'; is invited to make a lithograph in a residency at Tamarind Institute; commissioned to create a 160ft mural at the new Sports Museum of America in lower Manhattan; commissioned to paint Olympic gymnast Michael Wilson and also USC's football team mascot the Arabian horse, Traveler; Publishes Portrait of Liberty, High Stakes Blackjack, and Resting Lion limited edition serigraphs; honored with the Town and Gown Lifetime Achievement Award; rings the opening bell at NASDAQ. Asked to be the Official Artist of the 2010 World Equestrian Games and creates a painting to be the official image. 2009 Laureate LeRoy Neiman receives the prestigious Order of Lincoln, at the Lincoln Bicentennial Convocation in Springfield, IL. West Coast premiere screening in Los Angeles Skirball Center for The Big Band film about LeRoy's 9 foot by 13 foot painting of 16 recognizable jazz greats. Creates USA Olympic painting for the Vancouver Winter Olympics. Participates in giving an oral history of his four years in the Army during World War II for the new World War II Museum in New Orleans. Given the first Honorary Professor of the Arts from Columbia University School of the Arts. 2010 Official Artist for the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medina Country Club, Chicago, IL. Creates painting for the tournament and a limited edition serigraph edition. 2011 Funds the building of the LeRoy Neiman Student Lounge at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago to open in Spring 2012. Attends exhibitions celebrating his 90th birthday at Franklin Bowles Galleries and at the Arts Horizons LeRoy Neiman Center for Art. 90th birthday acknowledged with article in the New York Times and named Donor of the Day in the Wall Street Journal. 2012 In May, LeRoy Neiman completed and published his autobiography "All Told." On June 20th, LeRoy Neiman passed away leaving his art and philanthropy as his great legacy. Museum Collections Anchorage Historical and Fine Arts Museum, Anchorage, Alaska Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown, New York Brooks Memorial Art Gallery, Memphis, Tennessee Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Colorado Springs, Colorado Delaware Art Museum, Wilmington, Delaware Duke University Museum of Art, Durham, North Carolina Elder Art Gallery, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln, Nebraska Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian and Western Art, Indianapolis, Indiana Football Hall of Fame, Canton, Ohio Grunwald Center, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California The Armand Hammer Collection at Los Angeles, California Harding Museum, Chicago, Illinois Hayward Museum, Hayward, California Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia Illinois State Museum, Springfield, Illinois Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis, Indiana Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, New York Meridian Museum of Art, Meridian, Mississippi Michigan State University, Kresge Art Center Gallery, East Lansing, Michigan Midwest Museum of American Art, Elkhart, Indiana Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis, Minnesota Minnesota Historical Society Minnesota Museum of Art, St. Paul, Minnesota Mobile Art Gallery and Museum, Mobile, Alabama Museo de Bellas Artes, Caracas, Venezuela Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts National Museum of Sport in Art, New York, New York The National Portrait Gallery, Washington D.C New York Public Library New York, New York Niagara University, Niagara, New York Portland Museum of Art, Portland, Maine Springfield Museum of Art, Springfield, Massachusetts Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport, Rhode Island Tucson Museum of Art, Tucson, Arizona Tweed Museum of Art, University of Minnesota, Duluth, Minnesota University Art Gallery, Binghampton, New York University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida University of Texas, Austin, Texas Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee Whitney Museum, New York Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas Wadham College, Oxford, England Yuma Fine Arts Association, Yuma, Arizona Selected Awards and Citations 1953 1st Prize, Oil Painting, Twin City Show 1954 2nd Prize, Oil Painting, Minnesota State Show 1957 Clark Memorial Prize, Oil Painting, Chicago Artists and Vicinity Show Most Popular Painting Prize, Chicago Arts and Vicinity Show 1958 Municipal Art Award, Chicago Artists and Vicinity Show Hamilton & Graham Cash Prize, Ball State Teacher's Show, Muncie, Indiana 1961 Gold Medal, Salon d'Art Moderne, Paris, France 1976 AAU, Award of Merit, Outstanding Sports Artist Honorary Doctor of Letters Degree, Franklin Pierce College, New Hampshire 1977 Gold Plate Award, American Academy of Achievement 1980 Honorary Doctor of Arts Degree, St. John's University, New York 1985 Gold Medal Award, St. John's University, New York 1986 Lifetime Achievement Award, Muscular Dystrophy Association 1997 Honorary Doctor of Arts Degree, Hofstra University, New York 1998 1998 Honorary Doctor of Arts Degree, St. Francis College, New York 1999 Honorary Doctor of Arts Degree, St. Bonaventure University, New York Inducted into Las Vegas Hall of Fame 2000 Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for contributions to golf and sport art at the Art of Golf Festival, Pinehurst, North Carolina. Inducted into the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame. 2003 Recipient of the Victor Award, Las Vegas, Nevada. 2004 Recipient of Ellis Island Medal of Honor. 2006 Honorary Doctor of Arts, School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Paul Newman Award Recipient for Services to the Arts and Children The Sport Artist of the Year award presented by ASAMA Named official artist of the Ryder Cup to be held in Louisville

Thomas kinkade

Thomas Kinkade, born on January, 19, 1958, was America's most collected living artist for decades until his untimely passing at the age of 54. He was once quoted to have said that he had something in common with Walt Disney and Norman Rockwell: He wanted to make people happy. His paintings and prints adorn more than 10 million homes across the world and many of his devoted fans will remember him for the warmth and joy his paintings brought into their lives. While growing up in the small town of Placerville, California, the young Thomas Kinkade embraced a series of simple ideals that would later shape his future and his art. As a devout Christian, Thomas used his artistic gift as a way to communicate and spread the life-affirming values he embraced during his formative years. He wanted his work to be accessible to anyone and everyone, regardless of their artistic background. His works, in their myriad of genres and settings, send a message of happiness and reaffirmation of faith. With beauty, intrigue, and adventure, Kinkade's idyllic fairy tale-like worlds bring joy to millions. Beginning in 1976, he attended the University of California, Berkeley, and then the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. As he matured into adulthood, Kinkade began to explore the world around him with enthusiasm and fervor. In 1980 he spent the summer on a sketching tour with a college friend, James Gurney, producing a best-selling instructional book called The Artist's Guide to Sketching. The popularity of the book landed the two fledgling artists a job at Ralph Bakshi Studios, creating background art for the animated feature film, "Fire and Ice" (1983). Soon Thomas started exploring the nature of light in pictorial space and the creation of imaginative worlds. It was during this period that he acquired his moniker, "The Painter of Light." After completing his work on the Bakshi film, Kinkade began his career as a painter, selling his originals in galleries throughout California. In 1982, he married his childhood sweetheart, Nanette, and two years later they began to publish his paintings in the form of graphic works together. Thomas creatively filled his paintings with "love notes" by hiding the letter "N" as tribute to his wife Nanette. His four daughters (Merritt, Chandler, Winsor, and Everett) also find their own messages of love from their father as their names and images often appear in many of his paintings. Thomas called himself a "warrior for light," using light to represent a divine presence within each of his works - a traditional painting technique stretching back to the Middle Ages. Through light, Thomas aimed to drive away the darkness that many people feel, bringing warmth and happiness into their homes. Before he passed away, Thomas had painted magical scenes that included cabin and nature settings, beautiful gardens, classic cottages, sports, inspirational content, lighthouses and powerful seascapes, impressionistic Main Streets, and classic Americana. Through bucolic scenes, whimsical pastels, and an ethereal sense of light, each work projects an image of steadfast American and Christian values. More than 10 million people have found a way to connect with his works, relating to this sense of the universal home and a pleasantly charming sense of nostalgia. Thomas painted for milestone events like Disneyland's 50th Anniversary, the 50th anniversary of Elvis Presley's purchase of Graceland and the 25th anniversary of its opening to the public, the 50th anniversary of Daytona 500, and Yankee Stadium's farewell 85th season. He has been the author or subject of more than 140 books and is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author. In 2002, Thomas was also inducted into the California Tourism Hall of Fame for his efforts to highlight the beauty of California. He raised millions for charity, assisting non-profit organizations focusing on children, humanitarian issues, and the arts. His work with the Salvation Army, the Make-a- Wish Foundation, and the World Vision propelled him to win numerous awards for his service and painting. He received awards for "Artist of the Year" and "Graphic Artist of the Year" from the National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED). He was also awarded "Lithograph of the Year" for nine consecutive years. 5/2/82: canoe numbers in mountain majesty. Crown on mountain Spring gate: 40th bday Village Xmas: Devine light on snowman. Carriage modeled from toy in home. Toby Labrador: evening majesty Peter Pan: 8:02: married 1982; sailboat: Disney Beast: 600 hours. 7 hearts

Serigraphy

Varnished and tightly-stretched screen blocks out the areas not to be printed Ink is forced through the open mesh onto paper separate screen must be used for each color

Fanch Ledan

While a student in Paris at the Ecole Superieure des Sciences Commerciales in 1972 he entered the MBA program at Sacramento State University executed in a colorful "primitive" or "naïve" style. His interior scenes, dubbed "interiorscapes," often feature hanging paintings of the artists he most admires - a way for him to pay homage to their influences on his own art. romantic mood and beckon the viewer to enter them. combinations of locations that cannot exist in reality, remnants of a once-occupied space. A pair of eyeglasses, a coffee cup, or other human articles can often be spotted, signifying a human presence. His technique is similar to a draftsman or an architect, drawing first in pencil on his canvas laid flat on a drafting table. Once everything is drawn in pencil, he uses a large brush to paint the background then smaller brushes to fill in all the details. He never uses a palette knife or an easel. Mediterranean studio occasionally feels moved to touch-up paintings more than 20 years old. To him, they are never finished. his work was accepted by the two major European exhibitions: the prestigious "Salons des Artistes Francaises" and the "Salon des Peintres temoins de leur temps." became involved with printmaking in 1973 when he learned the difficult technique of lithography in Paris, and later, serigraphy, which became his preferred choice for the creation of original prints. collections of Jacques Cousteau, Baron Bich, Jack Nicholson, John Williams, and Prince Albert. U.S. Air, Air France, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Tokyo Dome, HAVAS, Esso Exxon, and Yokohama.

Missal

a liturgical service book used by the priest in conducting Mass, the most sacrosanct of services. The book was modular in fashion began with a calendar and the Temporal (a section that varied from day to day, depending upon the calendar). The central part of the books contained the Canon of the Mass, which was the unchanging part of the liturgy. The final section of the book contained the Sanctoral, which contained the Mass for saints' days for the entire year. This section also included the Common—a section of Masses to be used in honor of saints not included by name. concludes with special sections of votive Masses (against temptation, for travelers, for rain, good weather, etc.) and a Mass for the Dead.

Michael Godard

animated olives, grapes and dancing strawberries. creative side in "olive" us. He has taken art as we know it and given it a new definition and, of course, a punch line. Las Vegas-based artist made friends as a child by showing his fellow students that he could draw. Was an engineer, but realized his calling was to create art. They show pain, love, conflict and success; they make people smile, laugh, and reminisce. adorn the walls of the Officer's Lounge in the Pentagon. has appeared on A&E's "Criss Angel's Mind Freak" documentary on life won several awards and was aired at multiple independent film festivals. created his own brands of gin and vodka with his artwork adorning the bottles. The funds I help raise save lives and at the end of the day, it's the most important thing I do," declares the artist. In 2006, his 16-year-old daughter passed away after her battle with brain cancer. "All the money in the world cannot bring her back, but the funds I help raise for a cure will help save another child." works closely with "The Sharon Osbourne Colon Cancer Program," St. Jude's "Make-A-Wish Foundation" and the "Nevada Cancer Institute." Sharon Osbourne has said about developing the market and awareness of Goddard's work, "You're not only buying something that is a work of art, but that money is going to save somebody's life." war against cancer

Impasto

application of thick paint to the surface of canvas or board to build up textures applied with a brush or palette knife

Roy Fairchild

blends the technical skill of his background in graphic design and illustration with a love of Renaissance art etchings and serigraphs. born in Surrey, England in 1953 draw as a child and at 16 he began to study technical illustration, earning his degree in graphic design set up a studio and continued to develop as an artist, supporting himself and his family by working as a freelance illustrator. He illustrated numerous items, including books, record sleeves, advertisements, and graphic works under the name "Woodard." the 1980s, signing his works with his family name, "Fairchild." Fairchild finds inspiration in the paintings and frescoes of the Italian Renaissance. Its influence is apparent in the textures of his works, using plaster to recreate the feel of an age-worn fresco. His style has also been shaped by the work of two artists he admires, Austrian painters Egon Schiele and Gustav Klimt. creates etchings, paintings and serigraphs, and commissioned commercial design. His subjects are often women in graceful, introspective poses, and artfully arranged bouquets of flowers. travels through Europe seeking new sources of inspiration home in the English countryside. "neo-romantic," " became increasingly frustrated by the skipping from one style to another as illustrator needed to find my own voice. I can't say that I have always enjoyed painting pictures of women and flowers. I am aware that these elements are sellable subject matter and like most people, I have to earn a living. Having said that, I have tried to balance what I saw as the commercial requirements of art with my own particular interests, and have included bits of the "real me"—whoever that is—into my pictures For me, the woman and flowers are just parts of the image; those parts of the painting of a more personal nature tend to float around the periphery. Much like overheard conversations at a party, it's generally the things going on around you that seem the most interesting, not the person you're talking to decorative/tapestry like appearance. The tapestry effect of my work evolved as a means of weaving stories, images and objects together. I spent a lot of time being dragged around old country houses with my family when I was a child, and I think that seeing all those old paintings and tapestries at such an early age has had some influence on my paintings. For me, the attraction of the finished work lies in the overall pattern and textural quality, not in any particular focus of interest. If you look up at the stars at night, it's the whole scene that gives it a certain beauty, not any particular star. Often, the paintings contain references to events that are happening in my life at that time. For example, if you look at the bottom left-hand corner ofCradle Song, it contains writing and diagrams that refer to a legal dispute that I was having with my neighbour. So in a way, the pictures are like a diary, a snapshot of my day. It is generally woven into the background. I often include snatches of music and words that I hear on the radio as I work. If I receive letters from people who I like, or even if I don't like them, then I put these in my pictures. Symbols that are personal to me, things I've seen, the stamps off holiday postcards; all these I collect and put down in my work. I often repeat these objects from picture to picture. Like acquaintances, they evolve slowly. Some get forgotten, others develop and change, some I let go after a while. Just like human contact. well-designed diagram or flow chart had a natural balance or harmony to it, rather like a scientist or engineer would describe a theory as being elegant. In my paintings I found that if I put elements together that related to one another in some way, even if it was just "odds and ends" from my memory, then the pictures seemed to evolve comparatively easily and had that same sense of balance. I enjoy working like this. The pictures seem to develop in a natural way each picture grows as I work on it work as a whole evolves slowly, organically, like a living thing. bits and pieces in the border. These came about from my early days as a technical illustrator. I would often make notes and drawings around the edges to remind myself of things to deal with later. I just want to say that I don't walk around being an artist, thinking poetic thoughts all day. A lot of my time is spent telling my children to turn down their music, looking forward to meeting friends, digging in the garden and fretting about income-tax and complaining that no one understands me (I have never met an artist who doesn't complain). New direction: everyday life

Marc courtemanche

born 1971 in Sudbury, Ontario - a mining town. working with his hands diploma from Cambrian College, he received his BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. found objects University of Regina in 2001. his wife, France, and two children teaches sculpture assistant preparator at Mackenzie Art Gallery

Nano Lopez

born October 31, 1955, in Bogota Colombia. awarded first place in a municipal school drawing contest at the age of five. By high school, he was making serious copies of the Masters including Michelangelo's sculptures and paintings. continued his upper division studies and studio work at the School of David Manzur, The Rembrandt Academy, and the National University in Bogota. In 1978, he traveled to Spain and began working for the sculptor Francisco Baron. While with Francisco, Nano carved marble and granite and fabricated in steel. He worked all three materials on a monumental scale. It was in Madrid that he began casting his own works in bronze attended the Superior National School of Beaux Art in Paris, and focused his studies in new materials, discovering the versatility of various casting media. In 1981, he returned to Bogota to build a studio and put to use the methods he had learned in Europe. In 1983, Nano moved again this time to the Pacific Northwest area of the United States. He began to work with Manuel Izquierdo, head of the sculpture department at the Pacific Northwest College of Art. skillful and original uses of patinas. Nano began his own business in 1987 in Walla Walla, Washington, model-making, reducing and enlarging maquettes to monumental sizes. There was a great demand for Nano's talent by both artists and foundries. In 2001 and 2002, Nano designed, built, and moved into his custom building. It contains very high ceilings with skylights and 8,000 square feet of floor space. Nano's attractive building is enhanced by artistic landscaping and a beautiful scenic pond. It now serves as his personal studio space. Nano has become successful in the production and marketing of his fine art bronzes and no longer takes on the business of enlargements. This frees up his time for the creation of his own work. His "Nanimals" engage viewers of all ages and reflect a sense of playfulness, intense creativity, and wonder. The combination of classical training, experimentation with materials, and extensive experience, has led to the production of avant-garde art, which combines aesthetic considerations and rich textural surfaces.

Aristide maillol

born in 1861 in the southern town of Banyuls-sur-Mer, France. In 1881, he moved to Paris to study art, and in 1885, enrolled in l'École des Beaux-Arts. Greatly influenced by the Nabis, a group of French artists whose work was composed of decorative patterns, excelled at tapestry and eventually opened a workshop that would gain him acknowledgement for revitalizing this art form in France. At nearly 40 years old, was forced to abandon the intricacies of tapestry after being afflicted with an eye disease. Sculpture set the standard for European and American sculpture until the end of World War II and served as inspiration for future artists including Henry Moore, Constantin Brancusi, and Alberto Giacometti. With his focus always on the female form, sought to preserve the pure simplicity of Classical ideals in his sculpture, exhibiting a calm expression and harmonious balance. his art emphasized a rigorous analysis of geometric form and mass that could be viewed in the round. Commissioned for a 1912 monument to Cézanne and several monumental war memorials after World War I. A major exhibition of his works was held in 1937 at the Petit Palais in Paris. Maillol's artwork permanently adorns the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York; the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, MA; Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia; Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC; Museum Folkwang, Essen, Germany; The National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC; Neue Pinakothek, Munich, Germany; the Tate Gallery, London, England; and the gardens of the Louvre Museum, Paris, France. The Maillol Museum in Paris was established by his companion and muse for the last ten years of his life, Dina Vierny.

Hua Chen

born in 1952 in Shanghai, China Timeless beauty of music and the female form in his signature, ethereal style attended the Anhui Teacher's University in Anhui, China from 1973-1976 Central Institute of the Fine Arts in Beijing, China, where he earned a master of fine arts degree in sketching, watercolor, and oil painting. grew up during the Cultural Revolution in China (1966-1976): no more western art parent sculptor early in the morning and begins his day quietly, staring at his blank canvases figures are ethereal, subtle, and ageless, floating within layers of calming pastels. He paints the colors of his memories was forbidden to attend school. 1990s moves to USA from China Pw more than 10 years artist of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team Art Expo in Los Angeles, Chicago, and nyc

Duaiv

born in 1952 in the maritime region of France near the city of Bordeaux accolades for his incredible work in service of nurturing and promoting the arts three years old, he picked up his first paintbrush, but at the dismay of his parents, the walls of his home became his first canvas. by the time he was nine, completed his first oil painting. mother was a classical pianist and his father was a sculptor his father didn't want him to become an artist - so he bought him a cello. The cello was a fitting choice for Duaív, who had met renowned cellist Pablo Casals when he was only eight. attended the Conservatoire Nationale de Musique in Paris, trained in the cello under Bernard Michelin attended the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris to further his studies in painting. When he was twenty-five, met artist Salvador Dalí. cans of paint rather than tubes, working with various sizes of palette knives and tiny brushes, smoothing with his fingers only uses six to eight colors on his palette, a full spectrum of hues shines within each painting. In 2003, Yo-Yo Ma, sponsored immigration to the United States, and in 2011, he became a citizen. a resident of Florida spends much of his time in live performances. Through the means of what he calls, "Happenings," Duaív performs spontaneous concerts at galleries and outdoor spaces, accompanied on piano while playing his cello before his book signings and gallery openings for Barack Obama's inauguration, Duaív painted a portrait of the president in front of a live audience while the inauguration sounded on television around the ship He was awarded the Commander of the Order of the Star of Europe for assisting contemporary artists featured in "Who's Who" in International and American art. He has also received the Lys D'Or from the Cannes International Carlton for his international career. continues to paint and play his cello without relent. For two hours every morning, practices his cello, maintaining his technique. Each night, he paints in his studio for four to six hours, always listening to music. The two disciplines are so entwined for the artist that he cannot paint without music. claims that there's no such thing as Sunday and he never takes vacation.his art is his life. essential to give back to his community Who's Who, is the 35th edition of an annual book that profiles more than 11,800 contributors to the visual arts in the United States. Duaiv's artwork, "Voilier," was selected to be the official poster art for the 2015 coconut grove arts festival. his famous wrapped vehicles will be on display. Attendees can check out a Ferrari FF and BMW K1300S and Ducati Superleggera motorcycles painted for the Salon de la Gastronomie at the Palais des Festivals 15th anniversary of the Cannes Film Festival. two buses with the landscape of the area and faces of famous film stars.

Maya green

born in 1957 in Donetsk, Ukraine. degree in art studies. In 1996, she immigrated to Israel and settled in the city of Tiberias in northern Israel on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. palette knife to achieve an impasto technique. sketches of northern Israel views. In her paintings she emphasizes the importance of composition, especially the contrast between light and shadow and the differences between the seasons. Often, this process leaves me naked and feeling exceptionally vulnerable

Miguel avataneo

born in 1962 in San Cristóbal, Argentina graduated from La Escuela de Artes de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. classicism of Raphael, Giorgione, Titian, and Corregio with the South American magical realism Exquisitely drawn figures are placed in dreamlike environments sensual and evocative luxurious use of color and shadow luminous quality that is mesmerizing

Autumn de Forest

born in 2001 "child prodigy" and called, "...an artistic genius," by The Discovery Channel. national media tours interviewed by Matt Lauer on the Today Show, and featured on Inside Edition, ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC news spots lectured throughout the United States for global corporations, universities, charities, and organizations of all kinds. In 2012, she was invited to speak at Harvard University on the importance of arts in education. youngest artist to be invited to speak at the National Art Education Association's annual convention, where she appeared alongside internationally renowned artists, Peter Max and Chuck Close American Girl Magazine,Parenting, and The Huffington Post descends from an artistic family heritage: Roy de Forest (1930-2007); Lockwood de Forest (1850-1932), luminist and California plein-air painter; and George de Forest Brush (1855-1941). enjoys working on a large scale, with most of her works in the 4′ x 6′ range. Due to Autumn's petite size, painting vertically poses difficulty in reaching areas of the canvas. Autumn lays her large scale canvasses on the ground and moves around them. To access the center of the large paintings, "bridges" that span the width and length of the canvas have been constructed, and with a minimal amount of effort, she can negotiate these structures to focus on any part of the work. humorous and yet precociously articulate observations and insights into art, life and creativity

Sonia del signore

born in Annecy, France in 1965, daughter of renowned artist Littorio lived in Italy until the age of 13 spent a great deal of time in her father's studio, learning his techniques and working in many different media. studied fine art and fashion design at LaSalle College in Quebec thirteen years in the fashion design industry, 1999, Sonia left the world of fashion bright, exotic colors, and blend a figurative representation with abstract elements. inspiration in the Fauvist works of the early 20th century. 'celebrates love, beauty, and music, and through that, it celebrates life.

Slava brodinsky

born in Birobidzhan in the Soviet Union (now eastern Russia) in 1955. sent to a fine-arts-focused high school served in the Soviet Army studies at the Fine Art Academy of birobidzhan, graduating in 1979 with distinction 80s, his work was primarily large-scale, participating in one-man and group shows across the U.S.S.R. Israel in 1991 with his wife and son unique style, brushing a mixture of sand, paint, and plaster on canvas Main group and one-man exhibitions: 1987 Union of Artists House, Birobijan, U.S.S.R. 1994 Aviram Art Gallery, Tel Aviv, Israel 1997 Claude Hammon Gallery, Paris, France 1999 Forluck Gallery, Toyonaka, Osaka, Japan 2000 Artexpo, San Francisco, Calif. 2005 Artexpo, New York, U.S.A. 2007 Safrai Gallery, Jerusalem, Israel

James Coleman

born in Hollywood, California in 1949 mother had been a secretary with Disney Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Too!" The Rescuers," twelve films and over thirty short subjects which included "Mickey's Christmas Carol," "The Fox and the Hound," "The Great Mouse Detective," "The Black Cauldron," 'The Little Mermaid," and the Academy Award-winning, "Beauty and the Beast," 22 years with Disney oil, watercolor, gouache and pastel impressionistic and luminous Collections of the Disney family. naturalist and environmentalist finalist for five years in Arts for the Parks

Yulia langer

born in Kharkiv, Ukraine in 1972. studying Art in Skovoroda, Kharkiv National University, teach Fine Arts for a number of years. In 2003 Yulia moved to Israel, settling near Tel Aviv, and began focusing on her passion - painting. canvases are a fusion of story, form and colour. Romance and intimacy are reoccurring themes in her paintings, while in the background the viewer will find motifs of surrealism and naivety along with a certain musical subtext. Texture plays an important role in art, various techniques, such as collage, music scores, lace and crochet, relief work, metallic paints and gold leaf, along with an uninhibited use of strong colours In her paintings one can feel the presence of Marc Chagall, one of the great masters of the 20th century,

Robert kipniss

born in New York City in 1931. his parents, both of whom were also artists. He earned a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from the University of Iowa in 1952 and earned a Master of Fine Arts in Painting and Art History from the same school in 1954. first recognition from the art community came before he finished his studies. In 1951, he won an art competition in New York City that earned him his first one-person exhibition. It was in the 1960 began creating graphic works, producing numerous drypoints, lithographs and intaglio works - mezzotints in particular. Though the architecture and furnishings hint at the presence of human life,' works are devoid of people. If someone looks at my paintings and sees only trees and houses then they don't see what I'm doing," I see an atmosphere, a moment, a quickly passing experience that I'm trying to capture. My art is of intensity, of delving, of exploring the soul." stark, moody drawings and graphic works Kipniss has received numerous awards for his work, including: 1976 New York City's Ralphi Fabri Prize at the National Academy of Design 1978 The Charles M. Lea Prize from the Print Club of Philadelphia 1979 The Society of American Graphic Artists Printmaking Award 1980 The Audubon Artists of New York City's Silver Medal 1983 The Audubon Artists of New York City's Medal of Honour 1997 Certificate of Merit from the National Academy of Design in New York City 1999 The Boston Printmakers' Rembrandt Graphics Award Numerous books have been published about the artist. Recent publications include: 2004 Robert Kipniss: Intaglios, 1982-2004 by Trudie A. Grace and Thomas Piche, Jr. (Manchester, VT: Hudson Hills Press) 2005 Seen in Solitude: Robert Kipniss Prints From the James F. White Collection by Daniel Piersol (New Orleans, LA: New Orleans Museum of Art) 2007 Robert Kipniss: Paintings 1950-2005 by Richard J. Boyle (Manchester, VT: Hudson Hills Press) Many museums exhibit Kipniss' work in their permanent collections, including: The Whitney Museum of Art - New York City, New York The Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York City, New York The Art Institute of Chicago - Chicago, Illinois The Philadelphia Museum of Art - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania The Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit, Michigan The National Collection of Fine Arts, Smithsonian Institution - Washington, DC The Museum of Fine Arts - Houston, Texas The British Museum - London, England The Museum of Fine Arts - Boston, Massachusetts The New Orleans Museum of Art - New Orleans, Louisiana New Orleans Museum of Art, but the museum's doors closed temporarily due to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. When the museum reopened in March 2006, the revamped Kipniss show was its inaugural exhibit.

Daniele Cambier

born in Paris in 1939 exhibited frequently at Les Palais des Congrès de Paris and the Chambre des Metiers de Paris. became an actress in France and abroad. devoted herself entirely to the visual arts. drawn to painting on silk devote herself entirely to watercolor Combines nature, landscapes, the city.

Emile bellet

born in Provence, France in 1941 began to paint at 5 years old first exhibition at 19 won first prize in a national art journal at 12 stained glass windows of the church "Notre Dame de bon voyage commissioned by the Alpine Maritime Region to paint ''Travaux des Champs" self-taught artist Influenced by the Fauves — a school of artists who lived at the turn of the 20th century that includes Matisse, Cézanne, Dufy, and Vlaminck impasto knife highly saturated colors elongated mannerist forms en plein air bringing a small piece of Van Gogh to our time arranges flowers, tends to his olive trees, and decodes the various themes of his paintings in his head. He thinks about his paintings for hours, has lunch, and begins working around noon for the rest of the day. mysterious female is timeless, ageless, impasto knife: passing, momentary location Patrice de la Perriere, Director of the Art Revue, "Univers des Arts" (Universe of the Arts) says: Bellet's women never cease to draw you into a dreamlike world. Their presence undeniably brings a real emotion to the viewer." permanent exhibits in Cannes, Lyon, Salon-de-Provence, Grenoble, Toulon and Annecy. illustrations for "Les Cahiers d'Art, Regards vers Ailleurs, Empreintes" (The Notebook of Art, A Look Beyond Printmaking).

Shlomo alter

born in Romania in 1936 to a family of restaurateurs He came to Israel in 1948 studied painting under the painter Aaron Avni. took part in the UNICEF's World Touring Exhibition of young painters. During the sixties he was sporadically guided in painting by the world-renowned painter, Marsel Yanko - also a family relative. In 1975, he decided to dedicate himself entirely to his artwork. soft impressionist palette whimsical and naïve styleIn paints onto the surface of the frame original serigraphy

Jana lee

born in Seoul, Korea When she was eleven years old, Her, her parents, and older brother moved to Florida. the daughter of artist Charles Lee, From the age of seven, she was drawing and painting naturally, her father encouraged her to take lessons from him instead. studied different art techniques, sketching, oil and acrylic painting, and experimented with texture. She was always encouraged to use imagination and view art as a talent, not as a formula

Charles Bragg

born in St. Louis, Missouri to two Vaudeville performing parents that he traveled with throughout his childhood attended New York's High School of Music and Art in Harlem ran away with his sweetheart at 18 studied at the Art Students League in NYC now lives in Los Angeles cab driver, a truck driver, a stand-up comedian, and a factory worker When he arrived in California, he began painting for the wealthy and even gave lessons. began to develop satirical feelings for the upper-class 1960s Biting caricatures reminiscent of Daumier called attention to a cast of characters who had "lost their souls while acting out depravities through tragicomic burlesques of morality and ethics." He poked fun at the military, the clergy, and professions - and his shows sold out. 1970s Bragg "mellowed," turning from occupational diatribes to universal weaknesses and temptations of the flesh poke fun at the mentality of his subjects Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, D.C., the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, and the Pushkin Museum in Moscow PBS documentary called "Charles Bragg — One of a Kind." book on his work, "Charles Bragg: The Works! A Retrospective." Gold Medal for the National Society of Illustrators Award of Merit from the Art Directors Guild of New York

Misha lenn

born in St. Petersburg (Leningrad), Russia in 1962. graduated with a Masters of Fine Arts degree in graphics and advertising from the prestigious Mukhina Vocational Art School in 1984. At a very early age while studying music, he found that he had an inclination to draw. With his mother's support, he made the switch and has not looked back since. After graduation, became very well known in Russia. His name was associated with many prestigious Russian events, including beauty pageants, music festivals, and ballroom competitions. During this time he was participating in international events in Germany, Italy, and Finland. very distinctive style of watercolor painting. His favorite motifs are figures, still lifes, and city scenes. The complex patterns of Klimt, the elegance and grace of Degas, the romantic verve of Renoir, the technical command of Monet, and the vibrant energy of Toulouse Lautrec have been his primary influences. Impressionism permeates his work. musical interest still manifests itself when he plays the jazz piano and in his art in the form of musical scores collaged into his paintings - an element that's become his artistic trademark. In 1990 he came to the United States and he quickly distinguished himself in the fields of fashion design (Donna Karan and Calvin Klein), graphic design, and fine art. Among his clients are: the New York Times magazine, Sony, Design Times Magazine, the Boston Ballet, Prudential Insurance Co, MIT, Bloomingdale's, and Women's Wear Daily. His imagery has graced the covers of 11 Godiva Chocolate boxes portfolio also includes book illustration literature (75 illustrations of novels of John Steinbeck) and cover spreads for major publishers, such as Houghton Mifflin and Heinle and Heinle. American Graphic Design Award, 1995; Regional PRINT Magazine, 1995; Best of Business Card Design, 1996; Letterhead and Logo Design, 1997; Best of Watercolor, 1997; and, Watercolor Expressions, 1999. active in supporting a variety of charitable causes and often donates his works for fundraising auctions and events. instructs at Lasell College in fashion illustration

Mark Kanovich

born in Tbilisi, Georgia, on May 1, 1970 now lives and works in Tel-Aviv. man is constantly seeking love, beauty, warmth, humor and generosity. His fantastic realism focuses on dimension, movement and form, staging his figures through unique and sharp perspectives and unusual and innovative techniques, fuse sculpture and painting. inspired by the works of Chagall, poignant sense of longing. Communist and wealthy salesman orthodox great grandparents Mark developed his artistic qualities from a very early age. He studied architecture at the University at 18 he was forced to join the army according to a new law which made military service mandatory for students. He was recruited to design information centers. One day he designed a poster of Lenin that the commander in chief at the time disapproved. He thought the image was ridiculing the great leader. Kanovich was placed in military jail for a few days. This episode had such an effect on him that he made an oath never to draw anything political for the rest of his life. At the end of his military service he spent another year at the University, and then decided to make "Aly'ya" - to immigrate to Israel. He moved to Israel in 1992 and studied art at the Avni institute in Tel-Aviv. His tiny studio apartment was dark and cold; he had to work three different jobs to support himself, painting his own art at night. His current studio resides in a former Kibbutz and British Military office. There he works each day with other artist and friends, including Yaacov Agam, David Najar, Yuval Wolfson and until his passing in 2012, Itzchak Tarkay with whom Mark was very close, and who mentored him and supported his career. His work has been shown at various museums and galleries, including the History Museum in Tbilisi (1991); "Kikar" gallery in Jaffa (1994, 1997); The Art Center in Rishon Le-Zion (1995); "Danon" Gallery in Tel-Aviv (2000); "Jerusalem Theater" in Jerusalem (2002); Ribak's House Museum in

Shkelkim Dani

born in Tirana, Albania completed his initial studies at the School of Fine Arts at the Academy of Arts in Tirana and graduated from the Tirana Art Academy in Albania in 1977 In 1980, group exhibition at Albania's National Museum at the age of 28 large set and screen painter for the Albanian Film Studio Company in 1985 and remained there honing his technical skills until he emigrated. In 1991, Dani left Albania for Hungary, Austria, and Germany where he had exhibited previously. In 1993, he and his family immigrated to the United States where Dani resides today in Michigan. Dani was awarded at the Meadowbrook Art Festival dexterity and craftsmanship in his paintings, plus a rich and vibrant color palette. metaphorical figures in highly symbolic compositions and lush landscapes and cityscapes that celebrate beauty and nature. new minimalist approach to his paintings, producing works combining saturated planes of color with crisp lines

Alfred Alexander gockel

born in the coal mining town of, Germany in 1952. first work was published when he was only eight years old. work in the German coal mines at 700 meters deep. When the mining industry experienced a downturn, many of the town's inhabitants were left without jobs. has said. "Often in my paintings I use elements that reflect my challenging past, when as a boy I worked in the coal mines. uses self-prepared tar in his own acrylics coalmines. spending more than two years in the army, in 1973 he enrolled at the Polytechnic Academy in Munster, Germany. There, Gockel studied art and design and learned the techniques of lithography and silk-screening. taught graphic design and typography at the academy. In the early 1980s, he decided to focus on his art full-time and in 1983 he and his wife Ingrid founded an art publishing company, Avant Art, which is now a top ranked player in the abstract segment of the market with customers in more than 50 countries worldwide. Since 1987, the porcelain, carpet, and sportswear industries have made use of his design work. He purchased a mill in 1988 which he uses as a center for graphic printing (serigraphy and etching), thereby expanding his artistic scope. During his travels, Gockel had the pleasure of meeting Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró, humble beginnings, " Art both influences culture and imitates it," Gockel has said. "I am influenced by different cultures around the world." In 2008, he founded the art group Quadriga, producing woodcut and linoleum etchings and lithographs. Michael Jordan and Richard Barry. commissioned by the United States Olympic Committee to create an official piece of artwork for the 2006 Olympics in Turin, Italy. was involved in the 2010 European Capital of Culture: "Essen for the Ruhr", producing a sculpture honoring coal miners, 4.5m high. designed the official logo and trophy for the German Art Trade award in 2011. has been working on a series titled, "News from Hell", describing our dreams between hell and heaven, religion and vision. Over the last decade, has enjoyed producing sculptures in bronze, silver alloy, acrylic, aluminum, and steel, plays tennis, walks in the German forests with his two dogs, or rides Harley Davidson

Michael Kachan

born in the countryside of Armenia. In 1985, he graduated with honors from the Kiev Institute of Arts. immigrating to Israel in 1992, Kachan was selected to represent the Ukrainian Painters League in a group exhibition that toured major cities throughout the former Soviet Union and abroad. During that period he also created several monumental installations for various institutions. playful and festive atmosphere characterizes his works. subjects are primarily centered on musicians, lovers, and dreamers, suggesting the influences of the 20th century master, Marc Chagall and the Bolivian naïve artist, Rodo Graciela Boulanger. He works mostly in acrylic on canvas, building up the surface with deep sculpted textures and overlays of pigments. He interprets his paintings into original serigraphs and hand-embellished serigraphs on canvas with a similar textural effect and achieves a luminosity of color through a combination of varnished inks and glazes. A partial list of his accomplishments includes: • 1989 Theresa Coshin Gallery, Paris • 1992 Jewish Community Center, Rome • 1993 Group show, Brighton, England • 1994 Group show, Hamburg, Germany • 1995 Avarim Art Gallery, Tel-Aviv, Israel 1995 Art Expo, New York

Alexander grinshpun

born on April 11, 1949 in Moldova. He graduated from a local art school in 1968. From 1974 to 1978 he studied in The Institute of Arts Saint Petersburg majoring in theatrical performance decorations, specializing in background scenery for theater and opera. Between 1979 and 1982 Alexander worked as the theatrical artist in the city of Syktyvkar where his first personal exhibition was placed in 1980. Since 1984 and prior to repatriation to Israel in 1991 Alexander participated in a number of collective exhibitions. In the years 1994, 1995 and 1997, Alexander participated in annual exhibitions in the Chagall House in Haifa. The largest and most significant personal exhibition was in June 2003 in the Center of Arts in Rishon-, Israel; about 80 picturesque cloths were exposed in two big wall-lighted halls. expressionist-naive. landscape and character of the Med

Slava ilyayev

born on May 11, 1970 in Baku, Azerbaijan (formerly part of the U.S.S.R.). began studying art in his hometown in 1991. After immigrating to Israel in 1995, he continued his studies at a renowned Israeli art school in Tel Aviv: the Avni Institute of Art & Design. In 1999, Ilyayev participated in his first major exhibitions, applying oil paints with a palette knife. Drawing heavily on autumnal colors and the changing of the leaves, Central Park in November. teaches art in academies in Israel, an endeavor which he first began in 1998. 1999 - Group exhibition, Art & Sculpture union, Tel Aviv, Israel 1999 - Safrai Gallery, Jerusalem, Israel 2002 - Art Istanbul, Turkey 2006 - Art Expo, New York, USA 2007 - Art Expo, New York, USA

Linocut

design carved into a piece of linoleum Variant of woodcutting with no grains Think coloring books

Intaglio

design is cut, scratched or etched into a printing surface of copper, zinc or aluminum Ink is then rubbed into the incisions or grooves, the surface is wiped clean and the paper is embossed into the incised lines with pressure from a roller press

Drypoint

engraving has a soft, fuzzy line burrs are left on the plate by the pointed needle that directly inscribes the lines plates wear out quickly editions are usually limited

Andrew Bone

essential ingredients for an authentically African scene on canvas. The most important is knowing my subjects. If asked by a client how long it took to paint a certain piece, the correct answer should be 'about 40 years!', because it has taken that long to understand and study my flora and fauna. Some compilations are the result of lazily drifting down the Zambezi past a Carmine Bee-Eater colony, It is not natural to seek the company of wild and dangerous animals, the answer is to get out of your comfort zone and look for your prize. Chitake Springs, in the Zambezi valley of Zimbabwe Attack with companion by two lionesses close enough to see hate in their eyes. One must bear in mind that Mana Pools national park is one of the only parks in Southern Africa where tourists are allowed to walk unescorted. The season usually ends up with the trampling or goring of a couple of unsuspecting foreigners, but not enough to change the policy. Mana Pools is known for its Acacia Albida trees whose pods are a delicacy for all herbivores, especially elephant who have been known to stand on their hind legs to get to the highest pods. Elephant are a lot like people, one can generally sum up their character by the look in their eye. Some look mean, bad tempered, agitated or dreamy. I also knew that an elephant, especially this one, can easily out run the fastest human. it is that burning memory that I try and capture on canvas. Non profit to help monitor and re-introduce a pack of endangered painted wolves into the wild in Zululand. I am qualified to paint lion, elephant, buffalo and leopard because I have been chased by them, been put up trees by them and studied them. For over 40 years I have lived their lives and continue to be in awe of Africa. I will continue to tell her story on canvas. ANDREW BONE 1957- Artist and conservationist Andrew Bone captures the wildlife and landscapes of his native Africa through his exciting, photo-realistic artwork. Bone was born in Harare, Zimbabwe in 1957. It was during his studies at Falcon College - a bush school for boys aged 12-18 in Zimbabwe (then Southern Rhodesia) - that his deep love and respect for African wildlife began. After graduation, Bone completed a mandatory assignment in the National Service, fighting in the Rhodesian war. It was during his service that he was first introduced to Zimbabwe's Zambezi Valley, which would become an integral part of his life. The valley is home to many species of animals, including lions, elephants, hippopotami, impalas, zebras, and buffalo. When a friend established a canoeing company in the valley, Bone became a guide, helping visitors explore and experience all that the valley had to offer. During his time here he studied and photographed his surroundings endlessly. Upon marrying his sweetheart and fellow nature-lover, Kelly, in 1986, Bone relocated to the Imire Game Ranch - also in Zimbabwe. It was here that Bone began to paint, completely self-taught, using the creatures that surrounded him as inspiration. His work became popular with local art galleries, and he soon became an artist full-time, dedicating his free time to wildlife conservation and fundraising. Bone, his wife and three daughters live in a forest in the mountains of southern Africa. His studio is the hub of the house, filled with parts for his Land Rover and lawn mower, jaw bones from animals, hyena skulls, and dog collars. His workshop is very organized with everything at his disposal, which may come to his detriment, becoming the supply closet of his home. Although everyone seems to congregate in his studio, it still remains his refuge. Bone explains that his life in Africa is very full and always busy. As a conservationist first and an artist second, Bone prefers to spend all of his time in the bush. The relationship between the two careers is a happy one. Bone explains that he cannot have one without the other, and he's very pleased the way it's worked out. To him, painting is a way to spread his message of conservation and introduce people all over the world to the species of Africa. He also uses his art as a fundraising tool, establishing the Forever Wild Foundation, where 100% of funds raised go directly to the wildlife. Missions like, dealing with P.A.C. (problem animal control) and the general conservation of the species of Africa are important to Bone. His efforts are intensely focused on conservation, his photo-realistic style is a wonderful means to an end. Bone's technique begins with his camera. Packing his Land Rover for the day, he goes into the wild, photographing everything - an entire spectrum of flora and fauna. He claims that he's as excited to study a dung beetle as he is a charging herd elephants. Each species relies upon the next and this gives him inspiration. Once Bone is back in his studio, he begins with one photograph but finds his inspiration on the easel. He does not copy a photo precisely but maintains the acute anatomy of each species. Each animal is exactly as it would be in the wild. While Bone occasionally runs into some trouble outdoors, he wouldn't have it any other way. He's had to dissect giraffes and shoot animals when they were injured or overpopulated. He's woken up to lions breathing over him, been chased up a tree by a buffalo, and tipped out of a canoe by a hippopotamus. "It's an interesting life," he says. Although he's seen many good friends killed in the bush, he claims he'd rather become "hyena bait" than spend his last days in a wheelchair. "Don't paint it unless you've studied it, been chased by it, or done something to save it," he says. There are no shortcuts in his paintings. Each can take between three and four weeks to complete, and he loves working. Never able to sit still, Bone feels like it's therapeutic to portray a subject he loves so much. But more importantly, when his clients enjoy his art, his mission is successful. So many of his clients had never dreamed of collecting wildlife art and now they have dedicated safari rooms. As a general rule, Bone will only paint the species of Africa. He'll be requested to paint wolves or black bears - American wildlife animals - but will decline. He says that there are many great American wildlife artists and he wouldn't attempt to paint something he hasn't studied before. "You must paint what you know," he says, "and if you don't know it, don't paint it." He calls himself a "control freak" and enjoys making all of his decisions from where he's going to travel to which photos he takes and which subjects he ultimately paints. Then it goes straight to the gallery, ultimately ending up in the client's hand, who Bone will be able to meet. "Park West's clients are very large and diverse," he says, and this variety in tastes and experiences, to Bone, is the perfect way to introduce his ideas in conservation. His work is collected by art and animal lovers around the world. The book by the artist, "Brush Strokes of Africa," includes heartwarming and amusing anecdotes from his journey through life, along with numerous reproductions of his oil paintings and sketches.

René Gruau

fashion illustrator,, was born Renato Conte de Savagli-Ricardelli in Rimini, Italy in 1910. career in fashion began when he and his mother moved to Paris in the late 1920s Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaperelli, Hubert de Givenchy and Christian Dior. shared a great friendship and business relationship with Dior - the first collection for the House of Dior was made possible, in fact, due to insistence that Dior accept a sponsorship from Marcel Boussac, a major textile magnate. When photography became the primary medium for fashion images in the 1950s, turned to advertising is the bridge between the great tradition of the French poster an contemporary advertising," Jean-Paul Goude wrote in his book, The Art of Advertising. also illustrated posters for film and theatre productions, including Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" and Jean Renoir's "French Cancan." "Elegance is fluid and therefore difficult to define but it is made of desire and knowledge - of grace, refinement, perfection and distinction," Gruau once said. His work was displayed in a one-man exhibition at the Musée du Costume at the Palais Galliera in Paris in 1989, and at the Musée de la Publicité in Paris in 1999. His illustrations began to reappear in magazines in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, as well as advertising campaigns for Air France, Omega watches, and Fiat. died in March 2004 but his legacy continues. permanent collection of his work is displayed at the city museum of his birthplace in Rimini, Italy

Book of hours

first evolved during the late 13th century. designed for personal use and allowed lay people to incorporate devotions into their daily lives. evolved out of the monastic cycle of prayer divided the day into eight segments or "hours." There are many variations in the contents, but most follow a certain pattern that includes special readings of the Gospels, the "Little Office of the Virgin" (a sequence of prayers devoted to the canonical hours of each day with special veneration given to Mary), the Penitential Psalms, various litanies, the Office of the Dead and a long series of prayers that served as commemorations to special saints (the Suffrages of the Saints). included a calendar of the church year with major feast days and days of venerated saints indicated in colored inks.

Lithograph

first invented in 1798 draws on a limestone slab with a grease crayon or tusche (liquid ink) Water is spread over the stone and covers only the undrawn areas Ink is rolled over the stone, adhering only to the greasy lines Stone, zinc, acetate for each color Goya, lautrec, Chagall

Tiefeng Jiang

founder of the Yunnan School of Painting, one of the most important contemporary movements of abstract art in China. His works are richly colored and his imagery contains figurative elements with contrasting patterns. Considered to be at the forefront of contemporary Chinese art, paints as if creating stained glass windows, concentrating on women, horses, birds, and flowers through brightly colored ink and calligraphic lines. attended the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing. He studied with the renowned Chinese artist, Huang Yong-Yu. During the 1960s and early 1970s, was assigned to produce propaganda posters during Mao's Cultural Revolution. At night secretly worked on his own style. He works primarily in watercolor and serigraphy and his works have been actively collected worldwide since the early 1980s. a member of the Chinese Woodblock Association. an instructor and professor at the Yunnan Art Institute. In 1979, he was commissioned by the government to paint a mural representing Yunnan Province which was installed in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. was awarded second place in an international United Nations competition, and in 1983, he came to the United States as part of a cultural exchange program with the University of Southern California. Museum and Gallery Exhibitions 2008 Asia Society and Museum, New York, Shanghai Art Expo, Shanghai, China 2007 Hangzhou Grand Hall, Hangzhou, China Ningbo Art Gallery, Ningbo, China 2006 Hangzhou Stadium, Hangzhou, China 2002 Westlake International Exhibition of Fine Art, Hangzhou, China China International City Sculpture, Exhibition and Symposium, Beijing, China 1998 Liuhaisu Museum, Shanghai, China Guanshanyue Museum, Shenzhen, China, 1993 California Institute of Fine Arts, CA 1992 New England Center of Contemporary Art, CT 1990-1 Everson Museum, NY Springfield Art Museum, OH Michelson Reves Museum, TX Valdosta Museum at Valdosta State University, GA Art and Culture Center, FL, Olin Fine Art Center, PA 1989 Museum at Northeastern University, MA 1988 Connecticut

mezzotint

intaglio done in two stages metal plate is grained (fine dots) with a spiked tool known as a rocker (which has a thick blade with a serrated, semicircular cutting edge) Scraper and burnished smooth away rough areas to create highlights tonal transitions can be obtained if done well plates wear down quickly causing flatness Plate for each color

Aquatint

intaglio, etching and tonal printing porous ground allows acid to penetrate to form a network of small dots in the plate, as well as the impressions made by this process. resemble wash drawings process is repeated 20 to 30 times until the darkest tones (deepest recesses in the plate) are reached

Marko Mavrovich

from Croatia, however he lives in California now. He paints in the style of impression, an art movement from the 1800's in France, and his style is a lot like Monet and Renoir. When he was a young man, he used to have a job scraping the barnacles off of the hulls of boats, but one day his air hose was accidentally cut, and he decided then and there to dedicate his life to making beautiful artwork. His works have a great play of light and shadow, and they often feature tropical or Mediterranean scenery. They are very very pretty. The artist also really likes to listen to music while he paints." This work is by Marko Mavrovich, who is an established world-renowned artist, which means, everyone in the world who owns a Mavrovich automatically knows they own an artist with a high level of talent and creativity. Marko's art follows in the footsteps of Impressionism, one of the most beloved movements of all time; his works echo of great masters like Monet and Renoir, and when one gazes upon a Marko, they will feel all of the classic beauty inherent in his work. In fact, you almost cannot help but smile. Further, Impressionism is all about light and shadow and tranquility; so when you gaze upon a Marko, you instantly have that sense of calm and peace wash over you. Marko has always felt a deep connection to both stunning landscapes and to the sea, and I feel certain a great many of you can also connect with those feelings, possibly on a deep level you may not have even realized yet. Not only will all of that beauty and culture and happiness become a part of the life of anyone who owns a Mavrovich... also when your friends come over to your house and see you have a stunning artwork, you will tell them you just acquired this by a Croatian Impressionist, you are going to have a great big smile on your face when you tell them all of the stories behind it. For all of these reasons and more, I would highly recommend Marko's artwork for your home and family."

Manuscripts

have existed for centuries, first created in the 6th century AD. Vellum By the 13th century, these manuscripts had become commonplace across Europe, used in monasteries, medieval churches, and even in the libraries of wealthy laymen. Oftentimes monasteries would have one large manuscript to share between each person, holding verses for daily prayer. were either liturgical (used in church services) or to support the daily devotions of monks, nuns and laymen. These manuscripts included those used during services, including the Missal, Breviary and Antiphoner, as well as manuscripts designed for personal use, like the Psalter and the Book of Hours. The early 13th century saw the rise of manuscripts - previously available only to clergy - for personal use by lay people. As literacy increased during the Middle Ages the demand for manuscripts grew and the 14th century saw a burgeoning industry in book commissions for royalty and other aristocrats. By the 15th century the demand for books was substantial and the most popular was the Book of Hours, a standard series of prayers and psalms intended for personal devotional use at home rather than in a church. Most people learned to read from a Book of Hours, and the word "primer" reflects the office of Prime, which was read from the Book of Hours each morning. The "illumination" comes from the process of gilding and painting each page, decorating the manuscript with gold leaf, silverpoint drawings, and various plant and lead-based paints. Since few were literate during this period, the illumination provided illustrations for the Latin verses, aiding in deciphering their meaning. Monks became so well known for their artistic detail that they sparked an interest in the most powerful members of their communities. Wealthy patrons could commission an illuminated manuscript for their own library, receiving a "donor portrait" with an image of themselves in context with Christ and the apostles. 13th through 15th centuries hand-illustrated, and many of the works include rubrics and/or miniatures. Each work is mounted in Plexiglas and framed so that both the recto (front) and verso (back) are visible. only established sources and trained experts

Patrick Guyton

his parents, both artists and designers. In 1984 he attended The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Associate's Degree in Visual Communications. background painter for legendary cartoonist and animator Chuck Jones. background scene for the "What's Opera, Doc?" a limited edition animation cell. This animation cell was included in the film's preservation in the National Film Registry and was the first cartoon deemed by the United States Library of Congress as being among the culturally, historically and aesthetically significant films of our time. commissioned by Looney Tunes/McKimson Productions where he became the background painter for classic animator, Robert McKimson, working on McKimson's Limited Edition Sports Animation Cells. combined the 14th Century Kamakura Period in Japanese leafing and the 17th century Flemish Masters technique of glazing to create his Moments in Time series. various book illustrations thousands of Milk Caps during the POG craze for industry leader Trov Inc. the lead character development artist and animation assistant for Honeytree Productions, hand painted commercial billboards, interior design murals taught fourth grade art at Vineyard Middle School in Anaheim, Ca. studio in Southern California specializes in gold and silver leaf modern contemporary variations of traditional Japanese and Venetian style works. Flemish techniques and formulas, Guyton keeps true to the Vienna Secession ideals.

Holland Berkley

honest and intriguing lines sense of mystery and awe Abstracted human forms environment of primitive graphic symbols and universal patterns many layers of glazes, washes, and textural compounds, sand and newspaper Age worn/weathered materials used extensive and ever changing: raw pigments, charcoal, glazes, varnishes, and metallic leaf Bachelor of Fine arts in Painting and Art Education from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1972 elementary public school system before pursuing a full time career as an artist collections including Disney Corporation, Exxon Corporation, Universal Studios, Federal express, Larson Juhl, Inc, and the Ritz Carlton Corporation

Felix mas

known for his "sensual elegance" as he captures idealized visions of femininity in his oil paintings and graphic works. Calling himself a traditionalist, his women are luminous and fresh, finding inspiration in Asian culture. influenced by Japanese woodblock prints, the fashions of India, and the historical grace of Egypt, Rome, and Greece. born in 1934 in Barcelona, Spain. He attended the San Jorge Academy of Fine Arts in Barcelona. His first solo exhibition was held at the Galeria Jaimes in Barcelona and others soon followed throughout Europe. His works rely on bold colors used in concert with provocative body language. The gaze of his subject is often diverted, allowing the viewer to apprehend his paintings without engagement. Each woman in his paintings is dressed in rich fabrics that are elegantly draped, has divided his time between Barcelona and the United States.

Giclée

literally translates into "spraying of ink." original artwork is digitized the scan or transparency of the original art is stored in a computer file highly specialized precision ink jet sprays several million droplets onto paper or canvas mounted on a rotating drum the artist "red lines" the proof until the artist is satisfied with the result final print is made, approved by the artist and the edition is created

Collage

made up of various materials paper or cloth

Steve bloom

mastery of the most ancient printmaking techniques with contemporary processes traditional painting techniques as well as printmaking and digital imaging Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art with an emphasis in illustration from California State Fullerton serigraph for artist David Hockney in the eighties master colorist saxophone player renowned grandfather, Jerry Salone, and his mother, a jazz singer. Growing up in musical environment. sense of movement. His figures are creatively active - dancing, singing, and playing instruments corporeal figures ripple with color, vibrating as if the work itself is filled with sound. golf imagery, numerous country clubs, artist for many charity golf tournaments award sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts for Reno

Breviary

not used at the altar and is often smaller than the Missal. contained hymns, readings, Psalms, anthems and other prayers for the offices from Matins to Compline and, in full version, includes the whole book of Psalms Unlike the Missal, which was used only by the priest, were used by priests, monks and laymen. There are slight differences between monastic and secular (used in the church by the priest) Beviaries, most notably in the number of lessons contained in each. this style of bookmaking was so popular that many secular works of literature, such as tales of mythology, poetry, and history books, were illuminated like manuscripts. classic fairy tale books for children mimic this centuries-old historic style

Anatole krasnyansky

now residing in California, was already a prominent architect and watercolorist when Universal studios set design he left the U.S.S.R. for the United States in 1975, where he found fertile ground for his aesthetic growth. Master's Degree in Architecture and Fine Art, Working as a scenic artist in television, motion pictures, and the theater, he has designed sets calling for his specialized background. Baroque incorporation awareness of the interdependence of architecture, sculpture, painting and applied art, along with his knowledge of these diverse disciplines, have shaped his career and found expression in his artwork. innovative inclusion of paper textures echoes of the artist's Eastern heritage. • Dalzell Hatfield Galleries "International Watercolor Masters" featuring Camille Pissaro, Leonel Feininger, Marc Chagall, Diego Rivera, Reuben Rubin, Anatole Krasnyansky, Alfredo Ramos Martinez, and Francois Gilot

Francisco Goya

often considered to be among the last of the Old Masters created numerous paintings, etchings, drawings and lithographs served as a court painter to Spanish and Napoleonic rulers uncompromisingly captured the horrors of war and the darker side of human nature. born on March 30, 1746 in the small village of Fuendetodos in northern Spain, though the family would soon move to Saragossa. At fourteen, he entered an apprenticeship with local artist José Luján, later moving to Madrid where he studied with Anton Raphael Mengs. In 1771, he returned to Saragossa, where he painted Rococo frescos for a local cathedral, gaining him early notoriety. In Madrid, worked in the studio of artists and brothers Francisco and Ramón Bayeu y Subías and he married their sister in 1773. In the mid-1770s, began working for the Royal Tapestry Factory in Santa Bárbara, creating preliminary paintings known as tapestry cartoons. This work gained the initial attention of the Spanish royals for whom he would later become court painter. was appointed member of the Royal Academy of San Fernando in 1780 and would soon become a favorite of the aristocracy and royals by whom he was commissioned to create numerous portraits. In 1786, became the official painter of King Charles III and was named court painter to his successor, Charles IV, in 1789. 1792, during a visit to Cádiz in Andalusia, contracted an illness which would leave the artist permanently deaf. This turn of events would profoundly affect life and art. He spent much of his recuperation over the next few years in isolation and during this time, he read and observed the events and philosophies of the French Revolution. He created a series of etchings portraying the crueler side of human nature - particularly criticizing Spanish society in the 18th century - in a darker, freer, and more satirical style for which Goya would later become known. The series of eighty prints, called "Los Caprichos" ("The Caprices"), was completed and published in 1799. That same year, was promoted to first court painter by the monarchy and was also commissioned to produce numerous society portraits. His portraiture was noted for its unapologetic realism, refusing to flatter his subjects in his work. In 1808, Napoleon's army invaded Spain and was named court painter to the French. When the Spanish monarchy was restored in 1814 was pardoned for his work with the French but Ferdinand VII did not enjoy his art and the artist no longer painted for the crown. From 1810 - 1820, created an 80-piece series of etchings, capturing in often horrifying detail the atrocities of the French/Spanish conflict, titled "Los Desastres de la Guerra" ("The Disasters of War"). The series would not be published until 1863, decades after death. During this time, his wife, Josefa, also died. In 1816, created etchings on bullfighting, called "Tauromaquia" and between 1816 and 1824, Goya created another series of etchings critiquing human nature, "Los Proverbios," also called "Los Disparates." From 1819 to 1824, retreated into deeper seclusion, purchasing a house outside Madrid called Quinta del Sordo, or "The Deaf Man's House," though the name was acquired during the previous owner's residence. Here created "The Black Paintings," a series of nightmarish works executed on the walls of the house. Discontent with the political state in Spain, left Spain for France in 1824, settling in Bordeaux. began to explore the printmaking form of lithography. Goya created some of the first masterpieces in the medium - a series on the subject of bullfighting. died in Bordeaux on April 16, 1828. permanent museum collections, including the Museo del Prado in Madrid, precursor to the realism of 19th century

Varnish

oil or water-based solution applied to a finished painting to cover and protect the work can result in a gloss, satin or matte finish sometimes applied purely for aesthetics

Psalter

one of the earliest versions of Medieval manuscripts created for private devotional use, first appearing as early as the ninth century. Its use predated the Book of Hours which came into widespread use in the thirteenth century. contained Psalms and other devotional texts which were recited during the week usually as Matins and Vespers (morning and evening prayers).

Antiphoner

one of the volumes of music used for the daily services in medieval churches. All medieval churches and monasteries were expected to own one. It contained the musical parts of the Breviary (weekly cycles of psalms, prayers, hymns, antiphons, and readings recited in monasteries and by clergy members) and took its name from short antiphons, verses sung by one choir in response to another at the end of a Psalm. These manuscripts were usually large because an entire choir would have only one to sing from.

Glazing

opposite of impasto diluting pigments and layering one color over another lends a softness and delicacy to the surface most effective applied onto an under-painted tone

Oil

paint made with natural oils, such as linseed, walnut, or poppy to bind the pigment typically applied to canvas, linen, paper or wood

Jim Collins

painting professionally for over 15 years earned his Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from the Vancouver School of Art. oil, watercolor and acrylic - from small paintings to murals commissioned by Price Waterhouse Coopers, TD Bank, Bank of Montreal, Carleton Cards, Teleflex Canada, Digital Equipment, and Cypress Ski Mountain. Northern animals/wilderness

Chris derubeis

paints on metal, mixing pigments and chemicals and incorporating power tools and natural elements such as fire, water, and freezing techniques. "abstract sensualism," Born in 1978 At age 11, Chris's grandfather gave him his first airbrush, and after watching him use it, proclaimed he would be the artist his grandfather had always dreamed of becoming. School was viewed as a chore for DeRubeis. He drew during math tests, rather than solving equations; he preferred sketching landscapes on blank sheets where teachers expected essays. Teachers scolded him for not concentrating on his studies and warned that he was on the wrong path; however, this criticism did not deter him from his goals. At age 20, Chris attended the Pasadena Art Center and the Associates in Art school in Sherman Oaks, California. To pay for his education, he painted custom Harleys and started a successful business. His professors tried to convince him to choose a more commercial style of art but he was never satisfied while grinding base paint off a Harley gas tank in his workshop manipulate the way light reacted with metal introduced chemicals and pigments which created unique reactions "I favor metal because I can combine a form of sculpture as the foundation...Art should be something you can actually feel." earned the MUSE Award in "New Movement." DeRubeis, then only 27, dedicated his award to his grandfather who had passed away just months earlier. appeared on the DIY and HGTV networks. In 2009, he signed with famed art publisher David Smith. In March 2010, Chris DeRubeis opened his own signature gallery in Key West, Flor

Susan andreasen

passion for the environment Eco-Art works with various corporations and wildlife foundations attempt to raise awareness about the state of the environment and elevate the status of wildlife painting to a category Painter mother Ruth Andreason, and electrical engineer and naturalist father Massachusetts countryside vacationed on the shore of Maine studied seven years in the Rochester, NY Memorial Museum and was a scholarship graduate of Pratt Institute was a designer for Williamsburg Publishing Company and an instructor in watercolor and oil at the Art League of Winston-Salem, NC. Graduated from the Parson School of Design in New York City at the age of 20 devoted four years to ecological observation and painting through her coastal travels and marine life observations subsidized, donated and commissioned artwork with organizations like Friends of the Sea Otters, Earth Island Institute, Save the Manatee Club, Southern Appalachian Biodiversity Project, Greater Yellowstone Coalition, The Palm Beach Zoo, The Brevard Zoo, and the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution corporate clients such as Fidelity Federal Bank and Trust Co., Boca Raton Hotel & Resort Club, Office Depot, American Egg Board for the Easter Egg Hunt at the White House, and Norton Museum of Art lectured at the Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, and the Boca Museum of Art on her philosophy of environmental art. Man and art denying nature two goals. First, she wants fine art museums and the "Art World" to recognize wildlife art and art reflecting nature as "High Art," Secondly, she wants to raise awareness of endangered species and humanity's destruction of the environment, and humanity's self-destruction.

Marc Chagall

poetic, mystical qualities, their expressionist perspective, and their use of bold, vivid color. born as Moyshe Segal in Vitebsk, Russia, on July 7, 1887, the eldest of nine boys. Hassidic Jews impoverished upbringing parents did not support fled to St. Petersburg to pursue his passion. During this time, Jews were only allowed to live in St. Petersburg if that residence was necessitated by their professions - and then only with a permit. jailed briefly for residing in the city without the proper paperwork 1910 montparnasse Paris 1912 Salon des Indépendants and the Salon d'Automne 1914 one-man show in Berlin returned to his hometown in 1914 and met Bella Rosenfeld, whom he married in 1915. Love is often personified by the image of Bella ''Only love interests me and I am only in contact with things that revolve around love." The start of World War I in 1914 prevented Chagall from returning to Paris founded the Vitebsk Popular Art School in 1918. Resigned following tensions with the supremacist painters he, Bella, and their daughter, Ida, left for Moscow and then Berlin before settling in Paris in 1923. famed art dealer and publisher Ambroise Vollard commissioned him to illustrate Nicolai Gogol's "Les Ames Mortes" ("Dead Souls"), Jean de La Fontaine's "Fables." 1956 series of etchings based on the stories of the Bible The Nazi occupation of France forced the Chagalls to flee Paris, first for the south of France, and then, in 1941, to the United States where he would remain until 1947 His wife, companion and inspiration, Bella, died in 1944. sunk into a depression and was unable to work for months. 1948: returned to France and met Virginia Haggard (vava) with whom he had a son, and his creativity returned. He began to explore new media, working in stained glass, sculpture, mosaics and ceramics 1952: commissioned by Teriade, the heir to Vollard, to create a series of gouaches illustrating Longus' love story Daphnis and Chloe which was translated into an important series of lithographs twelve stained glass windows for the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center in Jerusalem in 1961, St. Etienne's Cathedral in Metz, France in 1962, the glass at Notre-Dame de Reims in Reims, France in 1974, and the glass at Saint Etienne Church at Mayence in 1981. 1964: ceiling of the Paris Opera, lithographic series, 'Le Cirque" ("The Circus") 1966: murals for the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City died in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France on March 28, 1985, at age 97

Monotype

prized because of their unique textural qualities drawing on glass or a plate of smooth metal or stone with a greasy substance such as printer's ink or oil paint drawing is pressed by hand or with an etching press onto a sheet of absorbent paper

Dima gorban

richly-colored, photo-realistic paintings and graphic works of wines and interiors. born in 1961 in the former Soviet Union and was raised in Kishinev (present-day Moldova). began painting when he was just seven years old began to study art at the Kishinev School of Art at age 10 where he was recognized for his early artistic talent. Gorban continued to hone his craft at the Higher School of the Painting Arts in Kishinev. graduating in 1980 permanent exhibit in the Moscow Film Academy's drawing department. Gorban furthered his fine art studies at Lvov Academy for Painting in 1989. designing labels for Russia's Ackerman Winery. grandfather grew grapes and made wine graphic designer relocated to Israel in 1990. labels for a prominent textile and clothing manufacturer,

Gigi Boldon

studied at Columbus College of Art and Design Bachelor of Fine Arts from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan In 1993, Gigi boldly left a lucrative career as a Graphic Designer to pursue her art on a full-time basis. decision left her facing divorce and single-parenthood Henri Matisse, and Pablo Picasso acrylics and mixed media on paper, wood, or canvas, but is also adept at watercolor, collage, paper sculpture, stained glass, and airbrush wide spectrum of cultural images Reflections of African-American people nudes as subject studio in Detroit, Michigan • 1995 Museum of African American History, Detroit, MI • 1996 Art Expo, New York, NY • 1999 Moore's Gallery, Birmingham, MI

Watercolor

transparent painting medium ground pigment mixed with water Uses the whiteness of the paper in conjunction with the transparency of the pigment (color) to create effects difficult medium to master dries very quickly and requires practice to master

Pastel

type of dried paste made of pigments ground with chalk compounded with gum water

Woodcut

undesired surface is cut away Design surface is inked Design pressed on paper a separate block, or a reduction of an existing block, must be used for each color

Gesso

used to prime a canvas or linen surface can also be applied to wood and sanded

Lebo

was born in New York City in 1972 to Cuban immigrant parents. He was raised in South Florida, surrounded by Cuban art, which had a great influence on his artistic style. was fascinated by cartoons archaic brush techniques, ancient calligraphy, and classic cartoon drawing. In 1995, Lebo graduated from Florida International University and took residency at the International Museum of Cartoon Art in Boca Raton, Florida, lecturing on the practical and technical approaches of illustration. work during his friend's band practices; he found that this atmosphere brought his work to a new creative level. Heavily inspired by music and the music scene, Lebo has participated in many live-art performances, painting on stage and bringing the music to life. He has painted alongside many headlining musical talents, including The Beastie Boys. artistic style as "Post-Modern Cartoon Expressionism," combining abstract imagery, cartoon drawing, bold hues and calligraphy together in a narrative style to convey emotion and story. In 2003, created the official artwork for the Latin Grammy Awards. works in Wynwood, Florida, Calle Ocho, permanent collections of companies such as Bacardi USA, Ferrari, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, San Francisco Sentry, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, Red Bull USA, William Morris Agency, Art Publishing Ltd and Gibson Guitar Corp. Lebo has worked with Adidas, ESPN, Google, Harley Davidson, Macy's Inc., Microsoft and Simon & Schuster. Lebo has been commissioned to paint the hull artwork for the cruise ship Norwegian Getaway, launching in January 201

Linda

was born in Paris in 1949 from French and Brazilian parents. She started her career as a painter at the age of 20. She lived and worked in Italy for 12 years learning the ancient techniques of tempera, egg painting and the gold leaf method taught by masters in Florence and Livorno. 1976, she met Okamoto Taro, the "Japanese Picasso," who introduced her to the sand and sumi technique. She began to create serigraphs in the mid 1980s and excels in the technique. When it comes to choosing her favorite techniques, struggles. She explained that each technique and medium depends greatly on her subject, Linda found a rare passion in painting on wood paneling and it became one of her favorite media. Italy is the place where she truly found herself as a painter and her memories from that time are especially fond. Le Kinff also expresses herself through watercolors or, more precisely, a mixing of greasy pastels, ink and watercolor. Most recently, her color palette has been inspired by Japan and the Scandinavian countries.. She has fallen deeply in love with attending the circus, especially Cirque du Soleil, inspired by the amazing flexibility and movement of the performers. Rising early in the morning, Linda will work until 6 p.m. in solitude, enjoying her quiet moments to think. Her influences include the hidden sensuality of Braque, the masterful drawing of Matisse, the elegance of Modigliani and the precocious maturity of Egon Schiele. She also finds inspiration in the work of Gauguin, Picasso, and Gustav Klimt. In 1998, Le Kinff was selected as the Official World Cup Artist and exhibited in the cities where the matches took place: Montpellier, Saint Denis, Mantes, Marseilles, Toulouse, and Lyon. For that distinction she created a painting that was minted into a commemorative coin by the French Government, an honor never before offered to a living French artist. The medallion was exhibited at the prestigious museum, the Monnaie de Paris, where French Nemaic has been minted since the 15th century, and the Euro since 1999. Most recently, Linda was honored to be the official artist of the 2010 Kentucky Derby, featuring her work on posters, prints, tickets, racing programs and officially licensed products for the 136th Kentucky Oaks and Derby. She challenged herself by painting horses for the first time, a brand new subject featuring the Winners' Circle and the guests of the Derby. Linda Le Kinff has been working with Park West for more than 20 years

Tempera

water-based painting medium employed for centuries bound with egg yolks applied primarily to paper or paper-board

Scott Jacobs

working in an art gallery while he was still in high school. He did illustrations for his high school newspaper and did not receive any artistic training beyond the average public school student. After high school he started an art gallery which he ran from the back of a van. He built, carved, and stained the frames for the works he sold in his "traveling art gallery." When he was 19, he purchased an art gallery in New Jersey at below-market price and successfully worked as an art dealer for the next 25 years. pseudonym "Escoteté" to get honest feedback from his clients and visitors to improve his painting techniques. first Harley paintings were "Fat Boy" and "Live to Ride" which were recognized within 60 days by the Chief of the Board of Harley Davidson. Soon after, Scott became the first officially licensed Harley-Davidson artist. the only licensed Chevy artist (Corvette division begins his paintings with a photo of his subject, focusing on angles and detail, and often, he'll work on multiples canvases at a time. He creates a basic line drawing on canvas then breaks out the paint, planning to improvise as he sees fit. As he paints, he works in layers, taping and masking sections to maintain fine edges and outlines of his subject. He begins with an outline of his subject in the foreground, like a motorcycle, and then masks it off to maintain the edge while painting the background uses a small size (000) paint brush (with a tip the size of a pencil point) to execute his works. finishes the painting by varnishing it, sealing in the color. Depending on the canvas, each painting takes Scott 200 to 400 hours to complete. some paintings are so detailed that they take more time than the bikes themselves to create - and can sell for much more. two to three months. His longest, most detailed work was commissioned by Harley-Davidson for their 100th anniversary, titled "100 Great Years." In attempting to paint each of the bikes' engines, logos, badges, and tanks, the work took more than four months to complete. Harley-Davidson created a "Scott Jacobs Art to Wear" line through their licensed clothing retailer, American Licensed Products. Mattel and Hot Wheels race team where he works with Kyle Petty. featured in VQ Magazine, American Iron, Art Business News, ArtNews, Easy Rider, Airbrush Action, US Art, Iron Works - His wife, Sharon, wanted to hang art in their dining room but Scott wanted to paint it himself, matching the rest of the house. talent in photorealism detail. Marilyn Merlot label, as did the estates of Elvis Presley for their label. His daughters, Olivia and Alexa, assist with the framing and occasionally model with the bikes. His paintings are collected by many celebrities including Peter Fonda, Dan Aykroyd, Michael Jackson, Jon Bon Jovi, Lorenzo Lamas, John Elway of the Denver Broncos, Karl Malone of the Utah Jazz, and rock bands such as ZZ Top, Survivor, and Loverboy - among others. President Clinton viewed Scott's work at a private dinner party in Recent museum exhibitions include: "Speed Demons, Race Inspired Motorcycle Art at the Journey Museum" in Rapid City, South Dakota in August 2005 and "Wind Blown: American Motorcycle Fine Art" at the Marietta/Cobb Museum in Marietta Georgia that ran from May until August 2005. The Petersen Automotive Museum in Beverly Hills, California houses one of Scott's works in their permanent collection, as do the L.A. County Museum, St. Louis Museum, Cobb-Murrieta Museum, and The Milwaukee Museum. 2001 saw the publication of his first book, "The Motorcycle Art of Scott Jacobs." In 2009, his second book was published, entitled "The Art of Scott Jacobs: the Complete Works." in coffee table books, "Harley-Davidson, the Legend" and Doug Mitchell's, "Harley-Davidson Chronicle." In 2012, starred in the premier of ABC'S "Secret Millionaire."

Yaacov Agam

world-renowned kinetic artist, Yaacov Agam pioneered a new form of art that stresses change and movement. He studied under the Bauhaus' color-theoretician, Johannes Itten, and then rejected traditional static concepts of painting and sculpture. He has enjoyed great public success since his first one-person show in Paris in 1953, and has become one of the most influential artists of modern times. Agam was born in 1928 as Yaacov Gipstein in Rishon LeZion (then Mandate Palestine). The son of a Rabbi and Kabbalist, Agam's initial training in art was at the Bezalel School in Jerusalem. In 1949, he moved to Zurich, staying for two years before he moved to Paris. He remains there to this day with his wife and three childre n. His nonrepresentational style is an integration of formalist art with that of the Kabbalah (the study of Hebrew mysticism). He's created a body of work that's optic in nature, changing with movement. The viewer may participate by manually transforming the work or by physically passing by, viewing the image change at various angles. His works are collected worldwide and he has enjoyed major museum shows. Agam works in a variety of media, including painting in two and three-dimensions, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, serigraphy, lithography, etching, and combinations of media. His creation of the "Agamograph" (a multiple series of images viewed through a lenticular lens that changes at every angle viewed), has allowed his unique concept to be appreciated by collectors across the world. In 1972, he held a retrospective exhibition in Paris at the Musée National d'Art Moderne. In 1980, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York held the retrospective exhibition "Beyond the Visible" and his "Selected Suites" were at the Jewish Museum, New York (1975). He has paintings in museums all over the world, including "Double Metamorphosis 11′′ in the Museum of Modern Art in New York and "Transparent Rhythms 11 "in the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. His commissions include "Homage a Mondrian" Le Mondrian Hotel, Los Angeles (1985); "Reflection and Depth", Port Authority of New York; and Synagogue Design and Civic Center, Ben-Gurion University (1979). He spends much of his time on cruise ships, as well, and in 1987, he created a "floating museum," including all the artworks for public areas and cabins, for the Carnival Cruise Line's luxury cruise ship "Celebration." Agam is also renowned for his public sculpture. In 2009, he created a monumental sculpture for the World Games in Kaohsiung, Taiwan called "Peaceful Communication with the World" - nine optical pillars that contain more than 180 shades. His giant Hanukkah Menorah at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 59th Street in New York City is also incredibly popular. Sponsored by Lubavitch Youth Organization, it is 32 feet high and more than 4,000 pounds - recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest menorah. It burns with real oil every Hanukkah. His public art appears on the busy streets across the world, most popular in New York, Chicago, Paris, and Strasbourg. For his work he has received numerous awards: Prize for Artistic Research, Sao Paulo, Bienal, Brazil (1963); guest lecturer, Harvard University (1968), Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et Lettres (1974); Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy, Tel Aviv University (1975); and the Medal of the Council of Europe (1977). In 1996, he was awarded the Jan Amos Comenius Medal by UNESCO and in 1999 he created the winner's trophy for the Eurovision Song Contest in Jerusalem. Agam also writes extensively about his work and has had several books published on his imagery, concepts, and exhibitions including, "Agam," written by Frank Popper and published by Harry Abrams. Yaacov Agam's world-record menorah to be lit in NYC The annual lighting of the world's biggest menorah, designed by Yaacov Agam, is set to kick off Hanukkah in New York. Those enjoying the holiday season in Manhattan can join in the celebration of the eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights, beginning today, Dec. 16, with the lighting of a 32-foot-high menorah. The lightings will take place at Grand Army Plaza, located at Fifth Avenue and 59th Street, with the first lighting scheduled around 5:30 p.m. Hanukkah will be celebrated Dec. 16 and ends the evening of 24. The gold-colored, steel menorah weighs 4,000 pounds. The Guinness Book of World Records has certified Agam's creation as the world's largest Hanukkah Menorah. The menorah is sponsored by the Lubavitch Youth Organization, and is lit by oil lamps with the aid of cherry-picking machines. Yaacov Agam earns spot on "Jewish 100" list February 11, 2015 Yaacov Agam was named one of the 100 people positively affecting the Jewish world by the Algemeiner newspaper. The contributions of Park West Gallery artist Yaacov Agam to the art world and bettering Jewish life earned him a spot on the "Jewish 100" list. The Algemeiner Journal unveiled its list of "Top 100 people positively influencing Jewish life" during its 2nd Annual Jewish 100 Gala, held Feb. 3 in New York City, naming Agam as one of its choices. Algemeiner Publisher Simon Jacobson said the list is "to bring into focus the forces that are bettering the world of the Jewish people." On the list are men and women of Jewish and non-Jewish backgrounds, including activists, rabbis, actors, writers and artists. According to the article: This list should not be seen as an endorsement of anyone or any entity and way of thinking; rather the people on this list are a reflection of the rich and broad spectrum of Jewish life - those who have positively contributed and helped shape Jewish life. Among those in the "arts and culture" section is Agam, the "father of kinetic art." The Algemeiner recognizes Agam as a world-renowned artist, saying he infuses his art with deep Jewish mystical meaning. Among his accomplishments are having his work, "Faith - Visual Pray," presented to Pope Francis I, and creating the world's largest menorah, which is situated in New York City. Agam, proud of his Jewish mystical ancestry and an innovative leader in optical and kinetic art, pioneered a new form of art that stresses change and movement. His more representative work appears in public places worldwide, including prominent fountains in Paris and Tel Aviv, and his art is held in such collections as the Museum of Modern Art. In May 2014, his work "Faith - Visual Pray" was presented to Pope Francis I by David Maimon, president of El Al Israel Airlines. The piece included significant symbols of both Judaism and Christianity. Agam joins other esteemed names like Steven Spielberg, Scarlett Johansson and Gal Gadot in his category. Other categories include academia, government, philanthropy, community and religion. Park West Gallery founder and CEO Albert Scaglione has been Agam's art dealer since 1978. Park West Gallery congratulates Agam on this honor, and is proud to help bring his artwork to collectors all over the world.