MUSICIANS
I listened to these two play in Capetown, South Africa, in 2015. They were happy to let me record them playing music on that sunny afternoon. One of the musician is from a local tribe, the other is Romanian and he is wearing a traditional african robe. My recent painting, CAPETOWN DREAMING is based on this clip and a few still photos I took of this park THE COMPANY'S GARDENS during that early November trip. The painting belongs to my CONTEMPORARY RITUALS series.
http://paperboatart.com/artwork/43927...

PREGNANT WITH HALO,
mixed technique on paper
48" x 36", 1994
This painting depicts a figure of a pregnant woman leaning on a white sofa. The black face is surrounded by a halo. The style is tribal, geometric and bold. Main colors are black, gold, dark green and whites.

I talked to Spike Rebel about my artistic process in January 2017. That was the time when Spike just arrived to the Bridgeport Art Center, and that's when he started making short documentaries about his new artist-neigbors and the building itself. This is a lovely little piece. Enjoy!

Elephant Room is a wonderful small gallery in Chicago's South Loop. Kimberly Atwood is a co-owner and the director of the gallery. In January 2017 I participated in the "Blues" exhibition at the gallery. My painting BLUES PARK is available for purchase on the gallery's website as well as on this site.

Bridgeport Art Center is located in Bridgeport in Chicago. That's where my studio is located and that's where I spend most of my time nowadays, painting, writing, thinking. I am so happy to be a part of this community of over 60 artists and designers. This is an inspiring place.

This is one of my favorite galleries in Chicago. I like Linda and enjoy interacting with her. The way she runs her gallery is truly inspiring.

James is a very interesting artist and I am intrigued by his work and the ideas behind the work.

Paper Boat Puppet Group has performed at Links Hall as a part of Nasty, Brutish and Short Puppet Cabaret that happens there a few times a year. Links Hall is a unique place that welcomes experimental and innovative theater, music and performance.