Michael Chittock VIDEO (1)
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Michael Chittock @mjchittock
Michael Chittock's figurative paintings are like rare undiscovered treasures in the vast sea of visual mimicry and redundancy that exists in the art world.
These intriguing depictions of raw social and emotional human exchanges often challenge our notions of predictable scenarios.
“There's a storyline in my work but it's up to you to create it."
Also driven by his concerns with geometry, order, and structural relatonships, Chittock often explores themes and ideas through skecthing or creating a series.
"A true artist is an inventor. And in my art practice, the act of inventing never ends."
The "Bourbon Street" and "Buffet Bar" series are classic examples Chittock's inventive voyeuristic explorations. Check out these exclusive collections at ARTEZONA.com
Michael Chittock | ARTEZONA Artist in Focus Series
Welcome to this week's Artist in Focus with Michael Chittock. On this week, we will be exploring Michael's past, identity, and why he does what he does!
Kevin McLaughlin Video
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Kevin McLaughlin @mclaughlinkevin8
While pursuing a Masters degree in Fine Art, Kevin and a small group of his artist colleagues developed airbrush techniques and a 'pattern painting' style that defined their 'Chicago' aesthetic.
"We were a Chicago-oriented hybrid," explains Kevin. "It’s hard to define exactly, but the art back then had a peculiar feel to it. I was influenced not only by the Imagists but also other cutting-edge abstract artists."
"Our airbrush techniques gave our work a decidedly different look from the New York style at the time. We developed a certain short-hand approach to chiaroscuro."
After mastering airbrush techniques in the commercial and advertising worlds, Kevin began exploring digital technology to create his own art.
"With computers and advanced editing software, lights, bells, and whistles went off in my mind! Digital art has become second nature to me... it's an avenue to express myself."
ARTEZONA Gallery is excited to venture into the world of DIGITAL ART! You can purchase these beautiful digital creations by Kevin McLaughlin exclusively at artezona.com
Right now, these designs are offered as prints on fine art paper which can be customized to any size. We are also exploring other innovative formats such as animated digital files and NFTs... so please stay tuned!
Kevin McLaughlin | ARTEZONA Artist in Focus Series
Welcome everyone to this week's Artist in Focus featuring Kevin McLaughlin! We will be exploring that person behind the art and why they do what they do!
PRIDE #1
“We accept the love we think we deserve." How true is this statement?! You may have accepted conditional love but it doesn't have to be that way.
"For years I accepted the love I thought I deserved based on everyone else’s expectation for my life." explains Madi, a marketing consultant for ARTEZONA.com
In spite of the divisiveness that we may have witnessed or experienced around us, we firmly believe that we can thrive and grow stronger through diversity, acceptance, and love.
"My hope is that the world as a whole will come to realize that love does heal all, and that each human is worthy of joy, peace, love, and respect."
Embrace who YOU are. Embrace the LOVE that you DESERVE. Happy PRIDE!
Artist in Focus: Tim Murphy
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Tim Murphy
Tim Murphy manifests his artistic skill and ideas with shapes, textures, and colors that merge to build an appealing visual structure.
With a fine art foundation from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston as well as an MFA and years as a faculty member at The University of Arizona School of Art, Tim's pictorial language harkens back to the non-objective compositions of early 20th century masters such as Fernand Léger, Jean Hélion, and Josef Albers.
Geometric abstraction can express emotions or ideas without reliance upon recognizably real objects.
"I enjoy taking a creative concept and cultivating it into a tangible work of art. Using my intuition and simple shapes, a design emerges that may have been there all along."
ARTEZONA's mission is to honor accomplished artists like Tim whose body of work reflect a lifetime of study and practice.
To view more of Tim Murphy's paintings, check out his exclusive collection at ARTEZONA.com
PRIDE #2
Happy PRIDE!
From conception ARTEZONA’s intention was to create a safe space for all individuals and their authentic expression.
At ARTEZONA, we honor and strive to amplify how we each express our own identity.
We believe that PRIDE and ART are true expressions of one’s being. Be YOU, Be FREE, and express to the world who you truly are!
Tim Murphy | ARTEZONA Artist in Focus Series
Welcome to Artist in Focus with Tim Murphy. We are going to explore the ideas and experiences that inform Tim's art practice and what inspires him today.
Evamaria Lugo | ARTEZONA Artist in Focus Series
Welcome to this week's Artist in Focus featuring Evamaria Lugo. Madison Ellenburg and Malik Saunders will explore the Artist behind the ART.
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Evamaria Lugo
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Evamaria Lugo
Evamaria Lugo's love of humanity and the simple things in life inspire her distilled figurative paintings.
"For me, creating art is very much a part of self-discovery and self-clarification. The course of my life has not been without challenges, including overcoming alcoholism to self-acceptance as a member of the LGBTQ+ community."
"I am grateful for the help and support of many magnificent humans guiding me along the way."
At ARTEZONA, we celebrate Pride Month by honoring the stories of LBGTQ artists and community members.
Visit artezona.com to learn more about Evamaria's story and discover the intriguing color palette and human forms in her work.
Testimonial - Susan (best)
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At ARTEZONA, we believe that the Artist’s story is one of the best ways to create a connection with you on a personal level.
Unlike other websites where the artist’s information is standardized and formulaic, each ARTEZONA Artist shares vivid and often poignant experiences that inform their life as an artist as well as their process in the studio.
Please take a moment to read the personal story of your favorite artists at ARTEZONA.com
These wonderful narratives complement the carefully selected artwork and are an essential part of the ARTEZONA brand as a boutique art venue.
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Josh Goldberg @joshgoldbergart
ARTIST IN FOCUS: Josh Goldberg @joshgoldbergart
Josh Goldberg is a visual artist, poet, philosopher, mentor, and translator of Japanese. Influenced by his studies on Daoism, Josh believes in letting the path show us the way.
"My philosophy involves a spontaneous dialogue with the painting. I take my ego out of the work and let the process guide me. I call this the “Painter’s Path.”
While creating "abstract visions of imaginary places," these graceful paintings take us on a journey of mindfulness and letting go.
"In my practice, the work reveals nothing outside itself. It becomes what it is."
At ARTEZONA Gallery, we believe that ART enriches our lives. Visit artezona.com to learn about Josh and see more of his work.
Also check out the wonderful LIVE interview with Josh on our FB page ARTEZONA