Robert Feigen
My name is Robert Feigen and I am the artist that has performed the attached painting. I am a graduate of California Polytechnic college in Pomona, California with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Behavioral Science and in Business Administration. I have studied for three years at the Sonora Arts Academy and have been an artist for six years. I am now retired and have chosen to focus on my passion for painting and the arts.
My fifty piece "RatzNKatz" Series is a primitive, anthropomorphic, mystical, fantasy humorous artistic presentation and is my own style of paining in oil and acrylics. The vivid colors and the action of the characters are an expression of myself for a world of happiness and harmony through strength and balance in the face of potential adversity. There is also some sauciness and and arrogance thrown in at times. If the viewer stops, looks, laughs, and smiles then leaves only to come back again I will have been successful in my artistic intent.
The Ratz and katz characters in the paintings have a human-like faces and qualities and the Ratz with the exaggerated bodies interact to symbolize both the struggles to coexist and to challenge each other with the underdog (Ratz) being in control of the dominant species (Katz). The themes in each painting are unique and expressive within a particular genre.
The "Ratz N Katz Annual Golf Championships" is number fourty-three (#43) in the Series and depicts the Ratz poker finalists competing at golf and at the same time the "Mischief Ratz" competing in every way they can. Of course there is a whole lot of cheating and mischief going on as well as the teasing of one of the Katz who would like to get at the Ratz characters.
The original paintings and stories in the series are for sale. However, the rights to reproduction are not. When the paintings are actually reproduced in a limited edition series, the buyer/seller will be entitled to a percentage commission. Therefore, it is a win/win for everyone.
I want to thank you for your interest in my art and I will look forward to meeting you personally at the artist reception and at the show.
Robert Feigen
robertfeigen@gmail.com
After an exciting opening weekend this past Saturday & Sunday, The 16th Annual Spring Obsession Art Show got off to a fantastic start!
This years Judges; Kathleen Dunphy, Craig Nelson & Anna Nelson graciously presented the Open Division Awards Saturday. With comprehensive explanations and detailed reviews of the selected works, they not only educated those of us who love and appreciate art, but also encouraged and inspired those of us who create.
Executive Chef Rob outdid himself with a wonderful menu of food & wine pairings, highlighting the newest releases of Obsession Wine, this year a new Red Obsession joining the ranks.
As always the Ironstone Staff were professional, attentive and masters of the great evening mood. KUDOS!
Now, ON To the Winners!
*PS all these pieces are currently available for purchase. Contact Ironstone's Tasting Room staff for more details or email cgomez@ironstonevineyards.com.
OPEN Division Winners
in Ironstone's 16th Annual Spring Obsession Art Show:
1st Place Winner:
Debbie Gualco, "Pompano and Circumstance"
2nd Place Winner:
Melinda Shook, "Retired 298"
3rd. Place Winner:
Stephanie Benedict, "Lighthouse Keeper's House"
Judges Merit Awards went to:
Karen O'Neill, "Grand Opening"
Debbie Gualco, "Lupines 29"
Bruce Hancock, "Miner's Cabin, Ironstone"
Family Merit Awards went to:
Judy Day, "Thistles"
Vaughn Lew, "Biding Time"
John Lovewell, "Leopard"
Sharon Denny
Because I love our mountains and treasure their beauty, I moved to Arnold 30 plus years ago. Painting in watercolor is a wonderful way to capture some of that beauty.
After raising my 8 children and retiring, I finally have time to paint. There are still not enough hours to paint all that I see and love and want to share. I will keep spending much time in the outdoors where the inspiration is the greatest.
Judy Day
Judy attended Art Center School of Design and Cal State Northridge, where she received a Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design and a K-12 Teaching Credential in Art Education and Math. She recently retired from 25+ years teaching at David Starr Jordan Middle School in Burbank, California. Judy taught beginning art, Cultures through Art, photography, cartooning, animation and algebra. In April of 2010 she moved to the foothills of Jackson, and began studying with several local artists and concentrated on her painting.
Judy's art credits include the following: Illustrated three educational children's books, "My first Word Search", "Beginning Sounds Word Hunt" and "Fun Faces Fun Days", numerous brochures, posters paintings and cards, two cut paper banners (3x12 feet) that hang seasonally in the First Christian Church of North Hollywood's Sanctuary. For the last 5 years Judy has directed a week long children's art camp each summer in Studio City. She is currently serving as the President of the Amador County Artist Association.
Her awards and honors are: 1993-94 Jordan Middle School Teacher of the Year, 1994 Burbank Woman of the Year, 1995 Outstanding teacher Award given by the LA Times and CSUN School of Education, and finally in 2002 the California League of Middle Schools Educator of the Year Nominee.
Judy loves the outdoors and has hiked and sketched in the high Sierras most of her life. "My art is inspired by my backpacking trips into the Sierras, vacations around the world, majestic landscapes, historical sites and practically everything in my neighborhood. You never know what will catch your eye and inspire you."
Judy's art work is displayed at the Sutter Creek Gallery in Sutter Creek California
