New MiNi PRiNT

... what better way to start off the new year than with a new MiNi PRiNT!! From a dark path off the yellow brick road ~ "Munchkins' Main Menace" ~ $20 - free shipping - signed LE/50 : CLiCK HERE


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Progress 4 FINISH

‎"The Spellbinding Bubble Baron" ...

‎Mini Print's for $20 with free shipping: CLiCK HERE

... large format prints ( 17" x 22" ): CLiCK HERE

Progress 3

... The glorious character paint stage... Aiming to have the entire piece completed by Monday.

Progress 2

Ah yes... the smell of mediums and Oil paints in the air... always a treat to lay in the first coat of Oil onto a painting journey... however, the 1st layer, as an artist friend and I like to call it: "The Ugly Layer"... is just some structure to walk on. The ugly layer, for the most part... is just to get the ball rolling, to establish a direction for what's to follow. You don't want to zombify yourself slaving over every ounce of the piece at this stage, that's just foolish... it's much easier to go back over when this layer dries, to tweak things, glaze things, push and pull...

So as you can start to see in the image... I want to push the enchanting quality of the character, by placing him/her/it... in a healthy, natural environment... something fresh, lively... something that opens up all your senses... a little touch of flowers, although somewhat obscure, went a long ways.

As I do with most my character paintings, I blurred the background... it creates contrast and helps push the details of a character... if you want something to look hot, put it next to something cold etc. It's funny how these obvious little understandings can get overlooked when developing a painting... however, it makes a big difference.

Progress

With some interested queries... I've decided to post the progression of my current painting that will be for the "Drawing Dreams Foundation" ( DrawingDreams.org ) art auction at the Society of Illustrators in New York on December 7, 2011.

These first 2 images are first the under drawing, and then have gone over that with washes of acrylic to establish the under painting. I like to keep this stage muted, lowly rendered and lowly saturated to give the Oil paint that will be painted in translucent layers on top some room to brighten and lively things.

Hybrid Hypnotic Print!

To all the requests, this is for you: CLiCK HeRe

What is.

Here we are trying to come up with something to... "look"... impressive. How about letting go of it all and just embracing the moment... embracing what is. Or be careful, you might miss the life around you.

Get The Lead Out III

I will have 2 new drawings featured in "Get The Lead Out III" opening Friday Sept. 9th ~ info. below:

MiNi PRiNTS...

$10 each!! -------->CLiCK HERE<----------

MiNi PAiNTiNGS NOW LiVE

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Final Print of Print Week!

Friends... concluding this special week of prints... I present you my SOLD OUT limited edition print, as a mini print... the Godfather of Dangler art: "The Yellow Jelly Smuggler"... the first 50 are signed and labeled as AP/50... $25!! (includes shipping) - Surely to go fast, now live via my website "PRINTS" ~ www.MattDangler.com ~ enjoy.

NEW PRINT!!

"Binky's Big Breakout!" via my website: www.MattDangler.com

$20!! The first 50 are signed and labeled AP ( artist proof / 50 )

5" x 5" print on acid free 100% cotton rag Velvet Fine Art Paper

enjoy.

New Print!!

"All Structures are Unstable" ~ Signed and Numbered Limited Edition of 50 at 14" x 14" ~ ( image size to scale of the original 12" x 12" ) ~ Printed on Velvet Fine Art Paper - $60 - via my website: www.MattDangler.com

New Print!!

"The Omen Owl" - Signed and Numbered Limited Edition of 77 at 11" x 14" ~ ( image size to scale of the original 9" x 12" ) ~ Printed on Velvet Fine Art Paper ~ for $63... now live via my website "PRINTS" - www.MattDangler.com

New Print!!

Now available within my website www.MattDangler.com shop: "Letting Go..." 16" x 20" Giclee on Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper ~ Signed and numbered, Limited Edition of 100 priced at $100 each. All meticulously color corrected and handled myself.

Artistaday

I have the great honor of being featured on artistaday.com today... feel free to rate my work and comment on it there.

Temporary Structures

Currently, I am alternating between 3 paintings and a dozen more ideas... 1 of the paintings in progress taps into a layering varnish technique I have been developing "off scene"... and explores a very surreal direction, studying the possibilities of the paint, subject matter and focusing primarily how light penetrates through the layers. But anyhow... here it is, "All Structures are Unstable..." ~ inspired by the words of Eckhart Tolle and music of 311 ( specifically their song "Weightless" off of their new album "Universal Pulse" ) - Oil on Canvas - 12" x 12" - still in progress.

"The New Lost Generation"

New Print!

New Print Launched! Meticulously color corrected, archival paper... limited edition... more info. here: http://www.metroorangeart.com/md02.html

"Dystopia"

beinArt Collective Group exhibition 'Dystopia' at Copro Gallery.

Guest Curator: Jon Beinart

Chaos and ruin. Technological trends corrupting. Deformation, anatomical abnormalities, degradation and displacement. Whether related to the human body and spirit or the human environment, it is the 'anti' utopia.

The theme of this show, 'Dystopia', will place the viewer in a fictional world where personal and societal fears can be explored. Whether figuratively or more literally, the participating artists will present their own interpretation of 'Dystopia'.

Presenting the works of over 50 international artists including: Kris Kuksi, Chris Mars, Paul Booth, Chet Zar, Viktor Safonkin, Laurie Lipton, David Bowers, Dariusz Zawadzki, Peter Gric, Matthew Bone, Jean Labourdette Turf One, Paul Rumsey, William Hand, Heather Nevay, Ray Donley, Christian Van Minnen, Dan Quintana, Ben Tolman, Karl Persson, Beau White, Macsorro, Matt Martin, Sandra Yagi, Carrie Ann Baade, Stephanie Henderson, Heidi Taillefer, David Choquette, Scott G Brooks, Naoto Hattori, Michael Ryan, Leslie Ditto, Larkin, Chrystal Chan, Jeff Christensen, Cam De Leon, Christopher Ulrich, Matt Dangler, Brian Viveros, Chris Peters, Yu Sugawara, Santiago Caruso, Rachel Bess, Mark Powell, Brian Smith, Ivan Titor, Jason John, Jon Jaylo, Pamela Wilson, James Zar, Vincent Cacciotti, Pedro De Kastro & Jon Beinart.

Kris Kuksi and Laurie Lipton will be signing copies of their books at the opening reception.

Each artist has been selected for their ability to express themselves imaginatively with exceptional technique and uncompromising individuality. The beinArt Surreal Art Collective is testimony to a huge international movement of figurative artists who have resisted current trends in the art world and remained true to their artistic vision.

Opening Reception: Saturday, March 19th - 8:00 - 11:30 pm.
Exhibit runs from March 19th - April 9th 2011.

CoproGallery
Bergamot Station
2525 Michigan Ave,
Unit T5, Santa Monica,
CA 90404, USA.
Ph: 1.310.829.2156

beinArt Collective: http://beinart.org
CoproGalery: http://copronason.com

My piece for the show:

9" x 12"
Oil on Masonite
( email info@RecoatDesign.com for availability )

A Silent Ceremony...

... So here we are, embarking a new year... a systematic rebirth if you will... and it certainly will be for me. Delving internally to become aware of what it is I want to express in my artwork... of how I want to express it... what style of painting best suites the subject matter, and is most fun to pursue... and so on and so forth. I wrestle with life... I demand integrity... I deprive sleep with passion. Cheers to a healthy 2011 and unveiling a little more of consciousness.

Pssttt...

"Honey Hoarder" painting detail... full painting coming Tuesday. Email preview@wwagallery.com for a preview of all of the artwork to be on display Dec. 10th "Subtleties of Character" show.

God Scout

The Honey Hoarder

Here is what's soon to be painted,

"The Honey Hoarder"



For the "Subtleties of Character" show Dec. 10th:

Crispy Leaves

Well here we are feeling the crisp air again... I can't believe little pumpkins and white sheets with eyes are scattered through the town... time certainly doesn't wait for me, I can tell you that... another week goes by and it'll be Christmas. A good reason to have the will power to create and do whatever it is you gotta do, today... because tomorrow is an unproductive day, it always is.

This last weekend held a most interesting event. I met some really great people, as well as chatting with a few friends I hadn't seen for a while. Twas quite surreal having a conversation holding fort in the middle of the aisle, while Batman and Hellboy give dirty looks... in the midst of the many mostly naked teen girls, that seem to use the event to pick up 80 pound super heros. Thanks to Metro Orange Art for having me aboard, for quality prints and respect. Artist Leslie Ditto and her husband Gerry provided most of the great conversation and genuine support. If you aren't familiar with Leslie's work, you are certainly in for a treat. Oh yeah, and her prints nearly sold out at this Comic Con... so you're going to want to check them out before they're all gone.

I also have an awesome show coming up... curated by an artist I feel very fortunate to have befriended, Dan Barry. He put together an impressive line up of artists and has taken extra care to motivate and encourage the best out of all participants. You're not going to want to miss this one. I'll be painting a most gluttonous hoarder of honey for the show... revisiting my whacky enchanted blurred background style, but with a new level of imagination and detail. I'll also be sending out a few drawings and a fully oil painted polymer sculpture... stay tuned.



I've also delved deeper into the world of sculpture... ultimately preparing myself for a character design portfolio, ideally shooting for the film industry as well as video games etc. These 2 guys were put together in Sculpey and stand about 4" tall. I plan on fully rendering them in Oil paint using the same methodology used within my 2d paintings.



... Also, be sure to catch Jason Limon's show over at Bold Hype Gallery this month... he's really taken his world into a new more sophisticated dimension that I'm really fond of.

Cheers -

Get The Lead Out II

CLICK HERE FOR SHOW ARTWORK



I'm part of a very cool show coming up August 28th... I'll be contributing 3 pieces, 2 drawings and 1 mixed media piece. Check'm out:

"Nut Master" :



SNEAKY PEEKY of the Mixed Media piece "The Treasure Within" :



"The Dream Shaman" :

Hi Fructose

This will bring light to my new technique and what I've been up to:

Matt Dangler's Kult des Alchemist Spiegels

~ Thanks to Ken! The awesome web editor that put it together.

Wading the Dark Shores

Block Island is such an incredible place. It's like walking around a giant garden... that's placed atop mystical cliffs that overlook the ocean. How fortunate I am to be able to experience the surf fishing there with some of the best the sport has to offer. Surfcasters that swim out to boulders and submerged rocks throughout the night to fish distant drop offs and currents that hold big fish... only armed with dull red head lamps, a wet suit and balls of steel. As much as I'm humbled by their techniques, I'm intrigued and determined to push myself to their level. There's a degree of insanity when thinking about it logically... but put your thoughts into the mind of one of these anglers of the night, and you'll find courage, determination, strength, wisdom, spirituality... and that calm of accomplishment... finding your rock that keeps you stable within a place you have no control over. It is all about finding the one... that one giant that lurks the depths... outsmarting her old wisdom... and battling her last triumphant will for survival. To me... it's a very spiritual moment, one that I'd relate to the Buddhism term "Satori"... a brief moment of enlightenment... where all thoughts subside and you're connected not only to the big fish... but the "biggest fish." I don't believe most anglers view their pursuits as a spiritual journey... but in my opinion, it's a religion that actually serves it's purpose.

... I've been fortunate enough to befriend some great people on the island, including the innkeepers of ( The Island Home ) where I stayed. If you're ever looking for a vacation nearby, whether for fishing, romance, or some relaxation... I'd highly recommend looking into it.

Print is now live!!

Nonsensical Poetrical

I've been thinking about how to incorporate my nonsensical poetry into my artwork. So I decided to start a new print series that will feature a couple short, (mostly) alliterated verses, about the scene it accompanies. Here is a preview sketch of the first print, the poem will be placed on the bottom right.

These prints will be fun and affordable... also extremely limited to a series of 20 for each print. Giclees on Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper, signed and numbered. The image featured will be around 9" x 12" ~ $50

Eureka

In the thick of it

... So it's been a pretty long couple days here... the snow has almost literally trapped me inside... I needed to paint something for myself. I've been experimenting with different techniques, styles, mediums... really trying to explore the possibilities and making sure no stone is left unturned, besides the nagging void within... that reminds me there is something more... something that proves so far to be unattainable. But I pursue, much like today, experimenting with different approaches to layering Oil paint... different colored underpaintings, different brush strokes... different density... just to see if some kind of Eureka experience would prevail. No such luck... but failed experiments eliminate a huge chunk of what was seemingly limitless possibilities before college, since then I've managed to play with nearly every medium and technique I can imagine. Perhaps not so ironic... I always come back to my comfortable Oil Painting technique. Learning the steps is one thing... but it's the subtleties that make it work so well, at least that's how I feel.

... I'll admit though... painting... always feels like I'm searching for something an arm's length away... but unfortunately, it stays an arm's length away. It's frustrating... it's motivating... spiritual... confusing... as my good friend say's: "it's like crawling through a swamp" ... or in my case, snow.

Horizon

- Added some new prints to the online shop

- Added the "Zoom" feature to all images

- Keeping busy at the easel... a Children's Book on the horizon, DVD artwork, and some awesome commissions... I'll post new art up soon! Stay tuned...

Children's Books

Been a busy couple weeks here... my first Children's Book contributions in "The Secret History of Mermaids" from Templar Publishing came out on Sept. 9th:
http://www.templarco.co.uk/novelty/secret_histories.html
Please be sure to check it out, and make sure you read through it if you do... Ari Berk's writing is brilliant... and needless to say, the story gives life to all the illustrations.

PRESS sure.

www.juxtapoz.com/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=6134

http://arrestedmotion.com/2009/05/preview-matt-dangler-searching-for-satori-gallery-1988-sf/

http://upperplayground.com/wordpress/?p=12298

http://www.formatmag.com/news/matt-dangler-searching-for-satori/

http://dailydujour.com/2009/05/24/preview-matt-dangler-searching-for-satori/

http://blog.monzuki.com/2009/05/welcome-to-world-of-matt-dangler.html

... better come see what all the hype is about. This Friday, May 29th @ Gallery 1988 San Francisco, 1173 Sutter St. (7-10pm)
- see you there