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  • The Art of Alvaro Tapia Hidalgo

    Alvaro Tapia Hidalgo is an illustrator working out of Granada, Spain. Along with motion graphics, web design, and logos, he is also an amazing illustrator with a very unique style. It look as though his works are primarily created with Illustrator, and then textures and various brush work are added to the pieces to give them a more unique feel and depth. Some of the works could very easily translate into traditional watercolor portraits, provided the artist used some stencils in the initial setup. I especially like the works based on horror movie icons, with the intense color palettes he uses the juxtaposition of horror and color is amazing.

    Check out the rest of his work: Alvaro Tapia Hidalgo


  • Prints: “The Omen Owl” by Matt Dangler

    Matt Dangler has recently added a new print to his online shop. “The Omen Owl” is is 11″ x 14″, signed and numbered in an edition of 77. This is a very stunning image, not surprising coming from such a talented painter. Thanks to Omgposters.com for the heads up.

    Mattdangler.com

  • Prints: “Light Waters” by Michael Page

    Virtu Art Gallery has just released a new exclusive, limited edition print by Michael Page. “Light Waters” is 18 1/2 x 14 3/4 on hand embellished canvas, signed and numbered in an edition of 25. Each print also comes with a certificate of authenticity. The print comes from Michael Page’s solo show “Into Passing” (reviewed) that took place at the Shooting Gallery a while back, and for those that read the review you might remember how much I raved about this painting. It’s a beautiful image and not only am I happy it made into a print, but that this very small edition will be hand embellished by the artist as well.

    Get It here: Light Waters by Michael Page

  • New prints by Jonathan Viner

    It’s been quite a while since Jonathan Viner has released any new prints, but this past week he has ended the break and released three new prints. “Above the Terminal” at 18″ x 23.5″ in an edition of 50, Tundra Hi-Fi” 15″ x 22″ edition of 50, and “Hairpin” 12″ x 12″ edition of 200. Each print is on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag, signed and numbered, and coated with three coats of matte varnish to ensure durability. I do hope that along with these new prints, Viner decides to release some new drawings to his shop as well.

    Check em out: Viner Studio Store


  • Genevive Zacconi & Ewelina Ferruso @ Copro Gallery

    Opening this Friday, July 29th at the Copro Gallery is a duo show with Genevive Zacconi (interviewed) & Ewelina Ferruso. Entitled “Immaculate Deception”, this new show features all new works by the two artists and a group show, “Genesis to Revelation” that is also opening up. This group show will feature work by Chris Mars, Christian Van Minnen, Leslie Ditto, Naoto Hattori, Billy Norrby, Macsorro, Dave MacDowell, Charles Wish, The Pizz, Chrystal Chan, Kieth Weesner, Erik Also, Stephanie Henderson and more. For this post we are featuring a few images from the “Immaculate Deception” show. Both artist, Genevive and Ewelina have a great set of art. They are both highly skilled painters, and are a perfect match to be shown alongside each other.

    Take a look at the show online: Copro Gallery



  • “Where Time Beckons the Wicked” by Dan May

    “Where Time Beckons the Wicked” by Dan May

    Dan May has just released a new commission painting he was working on, that I had to share here. Dan’s work has always been mystical, colorful, and always growing forward with each new painting becoming more intense. This new painting steps this up a notch in a big way. Coming in at 60″ x 30″, “Where Time Beckons the Wicked” is a window into Dan’s world that gives a clearer view than ever before. The colors have that amazing muted feel his most recent works have, and not only does this painting contain a human figure, but some animals, and some of the unique creatures Dan is so well known for. It’s a stunning image to view on a monitor, I can only imagine how impressive it is in person. I know this painting took ages to create, but I do hope we see some more large scale works such as this from Dan in the future. Click the image for a larger version.

    Dan May Homepage
    Dan May Flickr

  • “Mr Breakfast” by Chris B Murray

    “Mr Breakfast” by Chris B Murray

    Chris B Murray has just released a new painting that will be featured in another tribute show hosted at Gallery 1988. The show is dedicated to Pee Wee Herman, and will feature art by a huge list of artists. Chris tackled the “Mr Breakfast” character seen in the first scene in Pee Wee’s Big Adventure, and managed to make an amazing image any Pee Wee fan would love that’s also a little creepy at the same time. It has to be those bacon lips. For all those interested in the process of artists, Chris added some process photos over at his blog. I would love to see a video of Chris painting, much like Eric Fortune has done in the past (here).

    Check out the process shots here: Chris B Murray Blog

  • Limited edition etchings by Laurie Lipton

    Mastermind of graphite, Laurie Lipton has some limited edition etchings now available in her online shop. The great thing about etchings is the clarity of the print, and with Laurie’s intense detail, etchings are the best choice. The etchings range is size, but are around 17″ x 20″, signed and numbered by the artist in editions of 60.

    Check em out: Laurie Lipton