Pop Art Show Jeff Schaller Images.

Jeff and I have worked on art collaborations and studio visits in the past as well as showing together at several galleries. It was only fitting that we be in this show together. Jeff has also known Peter Mars and worked with him on collaborations in the past.

Jeffs' main medium is encaustic but he has the magic touch with whatever medium he decides to use.
His work uses type Here are a few recent images of his work and look out for more information on the upcoming Snap,Crackle, Pop! show featuring Jeff, Melody Postma, and myself.

In his own words:

"I paint in the unique medium of encaustic, creating textural art pieces which incorporate representational form with the printed word. In essence, the visual and written symbols merge to create a unique aesthetic language that is both provocative and whimsical."

You can see more of Jeffs' work here and here.

Go here for more information on the Pop Show.

Pop Art Show Rodney White Images.

One of the best things about group shows is being introduced to new, inspiring artists. Although we both live in New York, Rodney White and I have never crossed paths until now and he has a new fan. Rodneys' work is beautiful and focuses on type inspired by old advertising and labeling but utilizes quotes to tell a story. His weathering technique and texture makes his look complete. I am excited to do  a studio tour and see the pieces in real life.


A short quote from Rodney about his inspiration:
When he was six, Rodney White found a box of scrap paper in the back of a kindergarten classroom. The rest is history. His work, is a hybrid composition of the things he loves – typography, numerology, poetry and vintage advertising – all set to the tune of his own personal philosophy. "Being my best self."

You can see more of Rodneys' work here soon and here now.

Here is a link to the show.

Pop Art Show Peter Mars Images.

I thought I would start off my posting with images by the man that is making all of this happen, Peter Mars. I have been a fan ever since seeing his work at Pop International Gallery in New York some years ago. His playful use of color and strong iconography caught my attention but then there is so much more and every time you look at his work you see something new. In his own word:

“My art comes from things I see in everyday life. TV commercials, billboards, broken down gas stations,.. wallpaper, matchpacks. I like to have fun with art. My paintings are fun to make, and they usually put a smile on your face.  When I'm in my studio I feel joyful, like I'm a little kid again, making a mess, making lots of noise, and splattering paint everywhere. 

  A lot of the imagery I use comes from my childhood and the American popular culture that surrounded it. I loved TV shows like "Lost in Space" and "Fireball XL5". I particularly liked the robot on Lost in Space. I remember how thrilled I was when President Kennedy came on TV and promised us that soon we would each have our own personal robot. I remember how he said we were gonna have robots to do this and do that, and robots to walk the dog and everything ! I just couldn't wait to grow up so I could start to work with my robot. When that didn't work out I was sad. 

For more information on this amazing event go here.

Pop Art Group Show at Mars Gallery, Chicago.

I will be one of the artists showing in an amazing Pop Art show opening May 1, 2010 at Mars Gallery in Chicago, Illinois.

Mars Gallery is owned by world renowned pop artist, Peter Mars. He has curated a show of the top artists in the field today and I am honored to be a part of the it. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the opening with the baby on the way.

The show will be sponsored by Absolut Vodka (Thanks to John Stango), Details Magazine, and Pernod.

Over the next week I will be posting images from each of the artists in the show. The roster includes:

Syndy Ziegenfuss
Jeff Schaller
John Stango
Robert Mars
Rodney White
Melody Postma
Peter Mars