050 http://www.AmericanArtCollector.com
SPECIAL SECTION /THE FIGURE IN ART
a figure is present in a work
of art, it is an instant entry
point for the viewer to make
a connection to it and begin
to understand the artwork
and the feelings it evokes.
Figurative art is a celebration
of what we all experience as
human beings—the beauty and
complexity of human body
we occupy as well as the vast
myriad of experiences and
emotions that we go through.”SCOTTSDALE
ARTISTS’ SCHOOL
3720 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale,
AZ 85251, (888) 333-5707
http://www.scottsdaleartschool.org
Scottsdale Artists’ School
offers a variety of workshops
and weekly classes creatively
geared toward artists of all
ages, levels and interests
including figurative and
portrait painting. In January,
David Shelvino will host an
alla prima figure painting
workshop that will highlight
techniques used to create
a fresh, direct response to
the figurative subject. In
March, Susan Lyon will leada workshop that will focus
on painting the costumed
model in a scene. Join these
instructors, and many others,
at Scottsdale Artists’ School
during the 2016-2017 season.
For additional upcoming
workshops, visit the school’s
website.GEORGE MAMOS
New York, NY
http://www.georgemamos.com
“A great portrait painting
goes far beyond merely
capturing a faithful likeness.
It must be a work of art,” says
George Mamos. “It must show
emotional appeal, sensitivity
and spontaneity. It must
reflect the child’s personality,
energy and uniqueness.“To me the genius painting
is the one that preserves
the spirit of the child,” he
continues. “Lines must be fluid
and paint cannot be flat. My
son’s portrait has been with
him in his room since he was
a young child as a constant
reminder of being loved and
valued. He’s now all grown up.
What a difference between
that and a painting of flowers.”CANYON FINE ART
205 Canyon Road, Santa Fe,
NM 87501, (505) 955-1500
http://www.canyonfineart.com
CANYON Fine Art in Santa
Fe, New Mexico, represents a
number of figurative artists16
Scottsdale Artists’ School,
Mel Dressing, oil on panel,
19 x 17", by David Shevlino.17
Principle Gallery, Firelight Sonata,
oil on linen, 40 x 30", by Gavin Glakas.18
Principle Gallery, Blackness, oil on
canvas, 35½ x 23½", by Anna Wypych.19
Scottsdale Artists’ School, Hannah,
oil on canvas, 24 x 30", by Susan Lyon.20
George Mamos, Leo’s
Locomotive, oil, 20 x 24"21
Teresa Vito, Into The Mystic,
oil on linen, 36 x 24"161917 182021