It's Show Time!

The invitational exhibit I wrote about earlier - at the Harcum Art Gallery at Wilmington (OH) College - is now up, and running through August 1. It is comprised of artists from the Dayton Society of Painters and Sculptors who won 1st place awards in the Fall, 2008 Members Show. I am honored to be in it amongst many established painters. But in this exhibit - I have all sculptures! Check it out if you get a chance; it's a beautiful gallery on a beautiful campus!

Hello Dali!

I just delivered a new sculpture to CADC (Cannery Art and Design Center) for inclusion in their Dali-inspired exhibit, opening 2/28/09. The show is one of a few put on by Dayton galleries to pay homage to the work of Salvador Dali; some of his original works are here in town now!

My piece, shown here, is called "Daliphone." It is a nod to Dali's Surreal object titled "Lobster Telephone," made in 1936. Fun stuff!

Cannery Art & Design Center is Happening!

I'm now officially an artist-in-residence at the Cannery Art & Design Center (CADC), at 434 E. Third Street in downtown Dayton. There you will find some of my artwork (and sometimes me) along with the work of several other local and regional artists working in many types of media. There's lots going on down there these days, including - but not only - the fun First Fridays (open 5-10 pm every first Friday of every month). Another fun upcoming event is February 13th, 5-11 pm -- CADC's Three-Year Anniversary Celebration with art, refreshments, and the Dayton Improvisers Orchestra. Come on down! And be sure to check out CADC's great, newly designed web site, which I've listed in my Links I Like zone.

DSPS Has a Blog!

Wanting to create an easy way for folks to find out about the goings on of the Dayton Society of Painters and Sculptors, I offered my help by building its first, very own blog. I added a link here, in my Links I Like list. Stop by, won't you? And drop us a line in the comments area. Enjoy!

Art at the Trace

I'm going to be exhibiting/selling my work at the 4th Annual Art at the Trace, Saturday, February 14, 2009, 6 - 9 pm, at the Golf Club at Yankee Trace in Centerville, Ohio. Here's a blurb on the party:
"This elegant event will feature the work of 24 fine artists set to the backdrop of live music, gourmet appetizers, desserts and a cash bar in a country club setting. Local and nationally known artists display their work for sale in a variety of media - painting, photography, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and more. Thomas Chapman, who creates hand-blown glass sculptures, is the featured artist who has donated a piece of his artwork to be raffled off. All ticket holders will be entered in the raffle drawing. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door and may be purchased at the City of Centerville Municipal Building, Pro Shop at Yankee Trace, Centerville Framing and Gifts and Wasson Music Center."

P.S. The Arts Commission produced a cool YouTube video of last year's event, if you want to get a little preview. It's in the Links I Like list on the left. Make sure you have your speakers on. Enjoy!

Invitation Accepted!

I was just informed today that I have been invited to show some of my artwork in the Wilmington (OH) College Art Gallery next Spring which, of course, I accepted. The exhibit will be comprised of artists who won first place awards in the Dayton (OH) Society of Painters and Sculptors Fall, 2008 show. I did so (as I mention below) for a sculpture entitled "Heads Together (on the Survival of Antioch College.") I will get to exhibit 5 or 6 pieces, maybe more. More information will be posted here as I hear of it. Yea!

Best of Show!

I just returned from the opening reception of the Dayton Society of Painters and Sculptors annual holiday exhibit and I found out I received a Best of Show award. It was a selection amongst the new members only, but hey, who cares? - I'm still absolutely thrilled! Especially since it was for a painting, which is so new for me. I've only been painting since 2006, so any type of validation is great - especially this type. Thank you, DSPS, and juror, for your support and encouragement!