Artists Registry

My work is ever‐changing and growing. My long‐term goal is to introduce innovation into all my work using a compassionate color palette with inspiration derived from dynamic life experiences. My hope is to inspire the human element. As my artistic life progresses from its earliest beginnings into a more mature phase, I have come to realize that art is everything to me. This has prompted me to want to share with you the story of my life’s artistic journey. In particular, it is important to understand the key role that the guitar has played as an inspiration to my artistic message. I use the guitar as a metaphor with universal applications and as a visual starting point for advanced imagery. My guitar‐inspired emotions explode in vibrant colors as I attempt to harness a myriad of expressions with a broad spectrum of media onto a wide variety of surfaces. I delaminate the architectural elements and apply them into the rhythm of daily life.The guitar strings provide limitless expressive lines, always accenting the subject matter. The neck of the guitar can transmogrify into a marvelous protruding modern building. The heart of the instrument, the sound hole, is a simple geometric element with a grandeur of meanings and symbolism. Some of my most recent works adhere to a mother‐and‐child theme. These heartwarming scenes depict the unconditional love that this special relationship embodies. Unknown to me, there is an organic force at work as these paintings develop. Through the natural flow and paint process, there always emerges an unintentional heart‐shaped symbol embedded in each painting. Although this type of theme eludes me in my personal life, I can sustain it on canvas. I am extremely fortunate and pleased to have become the first official artist of the JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition. Since 2008, I have been providing the artistic spark for this prestigious international event sponsored by WNED Public Television of Buffalo, New York and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. My painting, La Gytara Gytana, has received worldwide recognition and has become the official face of the competition. As a result, my relationship with WNED and the BPO has flourished. This is due, in large measure, to the nurturing attitude and cooperative staff of both these professional organizations. I consider myself to be fortunate to have the patience and capacity to continue working on a single work which has taken me almost ten years to produce. The impact of the tragedy of September 11, 2001, ignited a creative energy in me to produce this epic project. Although it still remains a sensitive issue among New Yorkers, I have approached this work methodically and expressively throughout the years. The work is an intimate setting that includes a breathtaking, large‐scale palindrome painting. The message I wish to convey is that with pride, courage, and hope, we can overcome evil. This painting is at the forefront of my career and represents everything to me. I embrace the moment as an artist, but my passion for life goes well beyond the canvas. I enjoy involvement in public‐service events as a way to give back to the community. This has become a valuable part of my life. I cherish the experience of seeing people from all walks of life coming together for the greater good. Organizations and charities I support are: Cystic Fibrosis Chapter of WNY BAC Fitness Frenzy National Center for Missing and Exploited Children od WNY WNED KidFest JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition My latest public‐service venture is a one‐year project conducting art workshop classes in middle and high schools throughout Buffalo and Erie County.