Skip Hartzell creates four-legged sculptures, large paintings, and works on paper that capture the essence of “dog”

'Swimmer #2', Flashe on Canvas, 72 x 72 Inches

South Florida artist Skip Hartzell creates large paintings, sculptures and drawings that capture the essence of “dog”, all of the work is rich with intricacies of color and technique. His painterly expression captures each dog’s own personality with beautiful textures, line and brush strokes using mixed media to bring each dog to life. He is best known for his unique sculptures recognized immediately by their distinct form and style that only Hartzell can produce.   'Dog #130', Papercrete and Resin, 15 x 12 Inches   "Every morning before I go into my studio I walk with my dogs for about two hours. We don’t have a schedule, the length of the walk depends on how many rabbits, squirrels, new smells, and other treasures they dig up along the way. Making art for me is very much like walking my dogs. I go in to my studio and sniff around. I pick up a thing or two, decide if it has interest and I might work on it or maybe begin something brand new. Like my dogs I’m always excited and ready to see where the work will take me. My art is the stuff that I leave behind after hours in the studio." –Skip Hartzell   Group of (4) Paintings, each piece is Oil On Canvas,16 x 20 Inches The artist has held numerous solo exhibitions at notable art galleries and prestigious art fairs such as Art Palm Beach, A.E. Backus Museum, ArtHouse 429, Paul Fisher Gallery, Aqua Art Fair during Art Basel Miami Beach and many more.   'Sitter', Papercrete and Resin, 8 x 8 x 8 Inches   Hartzell is a longtime supporter of no-kill animal rescues and donates proceeds from the sale of his artworks to animal-rescue, no kill shelters. For sales info, private commissions, general inquiries or exhibition updates, email: skipperhartzell@yahoo.com / visit www.skiphartzell.com

Must-See Exhibition: 'Summer Reflection' at Fabien Castanier Gallery

Speedy Graphito, "Never 4Get Me", unique hand painted silkscreen paper piece, framed, 46 x 33 in.⁠

"Summer Reflection" group exhibition on view at Fabien Castanier Gallery through August 3rd. Don't miss your chance to see work from the gallery's incredible roster of international artists!

 Faith XLVII, 'The La Salpetriere School V', 30 x 16 in. (76x41cm). Graphite, ink and gold leaf on archival paper

The exhibition features work from Doma, Faith XLVII, Gabriel Eisenband, Jan Kaláb, JonOne, Lady M, Luke Newton, Mark Jenkins, Martha Cooper, Miaz Brothers, RERO, Seth, Speedy Graphito and Tilt. Summer Reflection will be on view at both the gallery’s Miami locations, Wynwood and Little River.
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PAMM: Free First Thursdays

Experience Free First Thursdays at the Pérez Art Museum Miami on Thursday, August 1st from 10am – 9pm. Enjoy free admission to the museum and check out PAMM’s newest exhibition, The Other Side of Now: Foresight in Contemporary Caribbean Art​. Admission is free every first Thursday of the month, 10am-9pm. Galleries close at 9pm.

Overtime at The Bass

Enjoy Overtime at The Bass on Wednesday, July 31st from 6-9pm, presenting David Gryn, Director and Founder of Daata Editions, in conversation with curator Leilani Lynch on the challenges and opportunities of curating in the digital sphere. Featuring screenings of digital projects by artists Rosie McGinn, Anaïs Duplan, Elliot Dodd, Keren Cytter, Jeremy Couillard, Bob Bicknell-Knight, Eve Papamargariti and Scott Reeder, join us for a special announcement about The Bass’ latest project with art native to the digital realm. Experience a one-night-only of special programming and evening hours, plus a FREE welcome drink per guest (21+) with drinks and small bites available for purchase from The Café by Thierry Isambert.

$10 | FREE for museum members. RSVP and Purchase Tickets here.

Jazz at MOCA × Tom McCormick

Enjoy a night of jazz at the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA NoMi) on Friday, July 26th at 8pm with saxophonist and flutist, Tom McCormick. He has been a fixture on the South Florida jazz scene for over twenty-five years. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Tom studied at the acclaimed Frost School of Music at the University of Miami and soon after began teaching at the University. He is currently the saxophone professor at Miami Dade College Kendall Campus.

Tom has performed with some of the biggest names in the business including: Sheila E., Arturo Sandoval, Nicole Henry, Mongo Santamaria, K.C. and the Sunshine Band, the O’Jays, Celia Cruz, Donna Summer, Patti Austin and Lou Rawls. For many years he was the principal saxophonist with the Miami Symphony. Music has taken Tom around the world. He has performed throughout Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, Japan and India. Besides being a multi- instrumentalist, Tom is also an accomplished composer and arranger. This Event is Free. Rain or shine. RSVP here.

Canine Art, Man's Best Friend, Flying Dogs — Oh My!

Renowned South Florida artist Skip Hartzell creates unique art inspired by man’s best friend. His inspiration comes in the form of a morning walk, accompanied by a furry friend. The canine-inspired artworks that he creates are figments of his artistic imagination and creative vision. Hartzell creates directly from his emotions and instincts, his work is inspired by dogs of all shapes, sizes and varieties.

The artist creates large paintings and works on paper that capture the essence of “dog”. He is best known for his unique sculptures recognized immediately by their distinct form and style that only Hartzell can produce. His painterly expression captures each dog’s own personality with beautiful textures, line and brush strokes using mixed media to bring each dog to life.

Art Collectors, art aficionados and dog lovers alike are experiencing Skip Hartzell’s Dogs at CityPlace in West Palm Beach. The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County presents “The Satellite,” pop-up exhibition and event space on view at CityPlace. The space includes a visitor information center, an art and design lecture series and special events and programming from local cultural organizations. Located at 701 S. Rosemary Avenue, Suite 116, West Palm Beach, Florida (just off the main plaza).

The artist has held numerous solo exhibitions at notable art galleries and prestigious art fairs such as Art Palm Beach,A.E. Backus Museum, ArtHouse 429, Paul Fisher Gallery, Aqua Art Fair during Art Basel Miami Beach and many more.

“Dogs are always in the moment. Although nothing in life has held my attention longer or has been more fascinating to me than dogs, my work is about much more than that. It is about form, movement, color and texture. The dogs are a recognizable common denominator that allows me to communicate my joy of living, passions and sentiments,” explained Skip Hartzell.

Skip Hartzell is a longtime supporter of no-kill animal rescues and donates proceeds from the sale of his artworks to animal-rescue, no kill shelters. For sales, commissions, general inquiries or future show information, email:skipperhartzell@yahoo.com / visit www.skiphartzell.com

PAMM Exhibition Opening: The Other Side of Now

Experience the opening celebration of The Other Side of Now: Foresight in Contemporary Caribbean Art at the Pérez Art Museum Miami on Thursday, July 18th at 6:30pm. Enjoy a conversation with co-curators María Elena Ortiz and Dr. Marsha Pearce, facilitated by contributing catalogue writer Jason Jeffers, exploring the ideas, motivations, and origins of the project while seeking to address the question “what might a Caribbean future look like?” Following the conversation, meet with featured exhibition artists in the gallery for informal discussions on this timely and relevant theme.

The Other Side of Now: Foresight in Contemporary Caribbean Art is on view through June 7, 2020 and is curated by María Elena Ortiz, Associate Curator at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), and Dr. Marsha Pearce, Cultural Studies Scholar based at The University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus.

Image: Nyugen Smith. Bundlehouse: Borderlines No.4 (Sint Maricotín), 2017. Pen, ink, watercolor, thread, colored pencil, acrylic, graphite, gesso, metallic marker, tea, Diaspora soil, and lace on paper. 48 x 54 inches. Courtesy the artist.

Art Workshop: Made at PAMM

Experience Made at PAMM at the Pérez Art Museum Miami on Thursday, July 18th from 6-8:30pm. Every Thursday, enjoy art after dark at PAMM. Participate in hands-on art-making, centered around the museum’s current exhibitions, and explore the galleries until 9pm. Outside, visit Verde restaurant and bar for happy hour specials and dinner. Open to the public. Free with general museum admission.

Oolite Arts: Opening Reception & Artist Open Studios

Enjoy the opening night of “It will never become quite familiar to you” at Oolite Arts on Wednesday, July 17th from 7-9pm. Guests will experience an Opening Reception + Artist Open Studios + Alumni Grant drawing. The reception will be held alongside artist open studios, a quarterly event where art lovers can meet the resident artists in their workspaces and learn about their practice. Light bites and drinks will be served. Curated by Angelica Arbelaez. About the Exhibition: Through an exploration of intimate spaces and histories, eight artists investigate life with dual-heritage – having an identity in two places, a complicated relationship to each, and a longing for familiarity to both. With identities rooted in the United States and the global south, the artists manifest the nuances of intersectional identity in a series of deeply personal works creating collective meaning through empathy. This event is FREE and Open to the Public, RSVP here.

Showcasing Artists:

Cristine Brache
Amanda Bradley
Jesse Chun
Paloma Izquierdo
Natalia Lassalle Morillo
Michelle Lisa Polissaint
Jamilah Sabur
Agustina Woodgate