Folk Art sculptures in the studio.

I have a passion for folk art carving. There are many pieces in my studio and at home. They are mostly early 20th century American pieces, with a few 19th century ones. It's often hard to tell their exact ages, with the hairstyles and clothing represented being the only clues. Several are signed, but most are anonymous. I look for pieces with charm and clarity of form. Despite their humble origins, they can be extremely modern and elegant.

"Sprater", 2010, oil on panel, 28" x 18"

The double apron look. In the studio...

A bit posey. Taken by my great friend (and studio mate) Beverly on my phone.
The new studio is fantastic: pleasant company, great light, and high ceilings. It really has been a smart move. When outside commitments keep me away from the studio however, I feel crabby.

Some great press....

I am pleased to share that the 2010 Summer Issue of NY Arts Magazine features a spread on my work as well as the dang cover! Here is a link to read the text. http://www.nyartsmagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=575734:victorian-excavation&catid=440:voices

Art Center Illustration Has Joined Facebook

AC- Illustration has started a Facebook fan page to keep all abreast of the department's events and alumni achievements. I hope you'll join.

Illustration/122613954436256http://www.facebook.com/pages/Art-Center-College-of-Design-Illustration/122613954436256

Group Show "Kink" at Koplin Del Rio Gallery

There are two new paintings of mine in summer group show.

http://www.koplindelrio.com/

“Rip-Staver”, 2010, oil on panel, 60” x 48”

“Chivvy”, 2010, oil on panel, 42” x 36”

Friends with Cursors

The Lower East Side's most visible gallery, Sloan Fine Art is a clean, well-lit mecca of contemporary art in Manhattan's epicenter of all things trending. Truth-be-told, Alix Sloan is not only my art dealer, but she has long been a best-friend-in-all-the-world to me. So with rampant self interest, and a shameless insider's point-of-view, I encourage all readers to follow the gallery's new blog. It promises to give a nice picture of Lower Manhattan's artistic life.

http://sloanfineart.blogspot.com/

Pictured above:
Kristen Schiele
"Sin With Me"
2010
38" x 45"
silkscreen, airbrush & oil on canvas