Monday, October 25, 2010

Entry 06: CASANDRA MANIOTIS

-Casandra Maniotis Mamaroneck and Dobbs Ferry, NY native. Recently graduated from SUNY Purchase with a degree in art history and an abundance of time in the art studio. Her talents range from printmaking, to drawing, to painting, to sculpture and a mix of all mediums layered together in a creative experimental expression of surrealist wonder and twists. Casandra is currently working toward her Masters Degree at CUNY Lehman to continue with art education. She also is an artist assistant for a former fashion illustration and book illustration and current portrait artist. Aside from student shows, this his her first real show and first time showing in NYC which has always been her dream. She would love to continue making and showing her art all over. And one day running a museum education program teach art, and do illustrations for children's books.

Character Card: Sun (2)

-Sun, The Guardian of Heaven
-This deified being is studied immensely by a lesser known division, The Illuminated Society. It is has been deciphered by its colleagues that Sun was what we know as Heaven's first angel. The artifacts that remain show a different side of what modern day theologies have altered and blasphemed throughout history. It is unknown as to what this society's intentions are in its studies besides upholding factual truth. However, if it were proven that Sun was indeed the originator of Heaven, then much of what we know of this world would potentially go into chaos. Religions would fire back with a divine rage of condemnation, scientists would be dumbfounded by such a fine-line of faith vs. fact. Not to mention the masses in general and each reaction upon this revelation. If Sun is real then where has he been? Why is so much being covered up about this phenomenal find? One in search of answers can only follow any lead or sign he/she sees along the way.. and hope for answer.. an answer to why Heaven is no more.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Character Card: Journey (2)

-Journey, The Herald of Creation
-Journey began his friendship with Sun long ago atop his arrival at Heaven's Sanctuary. He was a soul that much like Sun, wished to remain in his form and capture the eternal essence of creation. Journey felt it a great importance and meaningful responsibility to cherish beauty and righteousness. He went under Sun's wing and practiced at what he loved most.. creation and capture. He became the time keeper and memory master atop the sky palace of theirs. An announcer and messenger to Sun's new creations upon Earth and Heaven's region, Journey was the icon of every new sunrise. He was destined to succeed Sun as Guardian of Heaven, however Sun losing his way along his mission put great stress and wonder in Journey's heart. His friend and tutor never returned. This left Journey with a heavy burden and a worried mind. He did what he never wanted to do and relinquished himself and his identity after Sanctuary crumbled, but has recollected himself through his reincarnation as Irwin Rojas. What lays before Journey? Will he realize his destiny and at last find answers to what is no more?

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Character Card: Journey, The Herald of Creation a.k.a. Irwin Rojas

-Journey, The Herald of Creation.. reincarnated to Irwin Rojas
-Editor, Cinematographer to Heaven No More Film Adaptation
-Journey is known as The Herald of Creation, a messenger of the divine and icon of light. He was Sun's right-hand man long ago atop Heaven's Sanctuary and heir to its guardianship. Journey is a follower of pure-hearted creation and an upholder of justice. Through the bending and emanation of light and embers, Journey can capture moments and memories in time to sustain their immortal value. Journey's will however was not enough to upkeep Sun's Sanctuary after his hiatus. This guilt resonated inside his conscience for lifetimes. That, along with most memories of his original life were forgotten and buried.. until they resurfaced recently. Awakened in the reincarnation of Irwin Rojas, Journey strives to fully remember his past, find the missing Sun and fulfill his destiny as Herald of a long forgotten kingdom... a Heaven no more.
-Site: "genrefilms" @ youtube.com-- subscribe!
-Previous gallery videos: "Id" for Id Art Gallery, Spring 2010

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Entry 05, RAMON TRIF

-Ramon Trif a.k.a Phoenix, Entry 05
-Illustrator, Writer, Educator, Philosopher, Curator
-The creator and curator of Heaven No More, Ramon Trif has showcased in 7 galleries so far, going on his 8th in his young career. A jack of all trades, Ramon is experienced in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, pencil, charcoal, pen & ink, digital, photography, wood carving, and writing. Master of the "Bob Ross" landscaping technique.. Ramon has adapted it to his own use and evolved it to a new height of execution. A discorded artist which juggles his delved emotions through the engraving of his word and vision fused into one. A story writer and wisdom seeker, Ramon signifies his inner truths and yearns to share their abundance with this world through his creations. A fan of video game art, manga/ comic art, character design, and thorough appreciator of all arts. Through his advanced method of "landscaping" he is capable of nearly "instant creation" through his speed and accuracy of oil, a very challenging medium to use in this matter. An innovator of concepts, an up and rising showman and all around aspiring being in seek of evolution and ultimate love with art, life and the universe. As Phoenix, his inner guided spirit.. he looks to face Sun at Heaven No More to test himself and his abilities.

-Credentials: Associate's Graduate at F.I.T.
                     (currently enrolled in Art Instruction School)

                     Publishing in ICON Magazine, "Kings and Pawns" poem

                     Creator of Sequeled Galleries, "Heaven At Last", "Heaven No More" 

                     Galleries:  1. "Origins"
                                      2. "Let's Die Famous"
                                      3. "L.U.S.T."
                                      4. "Heaven At Last"
                                      5. "Id"
                                      6. "L.U.S.T. 2"
                                      7. "D.N.A."

Site: www.ramonvtrif.blogspot.com

Entry 04, ALEXANDRA ECONOMIDES

-Alexandra Economides, Entry 04
-Illustrator, works for E.A.C. (Emerging Artists Connect)
-Her main works done in ink, Alexandra has developed  a style of her own. Free-handed and in total control of her design, she directs the intricacy of her detail. Fine line combined with a barrage of inner beauty, her works emboss a subtle message to each of its viewers. Getting lost in one of her pieces is a gift to the eyes of its beholder. 

-Has showcased at E.A.C. Art Events

-Site: "AE-Visual" on facebook.com
* All mentioning of E.A.C. is copyright to E.A.C., no other parties.
Mentioning and promotion is strictly of the participant, Alexandra Economides.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Entry 03, NANCY MENDEZ


-Nancy Mendez a.k.a. N. Pacheco, Entry 03
-Fine Artist/ Tattoo Designer
-A free spirited and chaotically harmonized being of immersed dimension. Nancy Mendez is the defier of rules and boundaries. She is a summoner of her own world in which anything goes. An endless horizon is the best attempt at describing her unique approach of her mixed media usage and emotional maze of infinite wonders in her pieces. Works in oils, acrylics, watercolors and inks. Wields them much like a master would manipulate the four elements of fire, earth, air and water. Nancy Mendez.. the force of immersed creation upon a bold new world.

-Credentials: Bachelor's Graduate of F.I.T.

-Site: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001114304257
(N. Pacheco Artist on Facebook)

Monday, October 4, 2010

Date Change

So there is no confusion, the date to Heaven No More was postponed from Dec. 4, 2010 to January 2011.. exact date to be announced a.s.a.p. My sincerest apologies for the change. --Ramon Trif, Curator

Friday, October 1, 2010

Entry 02, DANNY ALBERT


-Danny Albert, Entry 02
-Fine Artist
-An unseemly nightmarish craftsman of distorted human emotion and enhanced expression. Through his delicate yet roughly conveyed detail, Danny Albert has mastered what many deny in their own realm of being.. the suppressed truth behind the masked beauty of humankind. An intricate designer as well, Danny Albert delves into many mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolors, inks and pencil works. His textured canvases upon which his works are embodied are an entity of their own to be mentioned. Danny Albert, a boundary breaker and weaver of a new, more truthful visionary of creative genius.

Site: www.danielalbert.net

-Credentials: Bachelor's Graduate of F.I.T.

Group Exhibitions

FIGMENT—Collaborative Works * Governors Island  - New York City                                         6/2009

Renegade/Chaos Art Show: Bee a Rock Star * Rock Star Bar/Gallery Space  - Brooklyn         5/2009

The ANTAGONIST ART MOVEMENT * Niagara Bar/Gallery Space  - New York City         5/2009

The ANTAGONIST ART MOVEMENT * Niagara Bar/Gallery Space  - New York City                        3/2009
           
Open Works—Experimental Art Exhibition * Industry City in Sunset Park  - Brooklyn                   12/2008
           
Aliens & Zombies (online juried exhibition) * presented by Agni Gallery  - NYC                                10/2008

Portraits * TNC Gallery  - New York City                        10/2008
                 
13th Annual Lower East Side Arts Festival * TNC Gallery  - New York City                              5/2008

Square Foot Show * Art Gotham SoHo  - New York City                                                                 6/2008   

        Thesis Exhibition * Museum @ Fashion Institute of Technology  - NYC                                                     5/2007

Beauty and the Beast * Exhibition Space @ FIT - New York City                                                              11/2006

Selections: 2006 * Exhibition Space @ FIT - New York City                                                                     10/2006

Culture and Art: Connecting to the Self * Carlitos CafĂ© y Galeria - NYC                                                    4/2006                                

Printmakes * Exhibition Space @ FIT - New York City                                                                              3/2006

Recent Works * East End Arts Council Gallery – Riverhead, NY                                                                 1/2006                                         

Hurricane Katrina & Rita Art Exhibition * Gallery 27 + – New York City                                                  10/2005                              
              (Co-curator)

Paintings, Sculptures, Photography * Depot Gallery – Montauk, NY                                                        10/2005                                            
               (Press: Montauk Pioneer—October 2005 Issue)

Biographies * East End Arts Council Gallery – Riverhead, NY                                                                   8/2005
               (Press: New York Times—August 21, 2005)

All Members Show * Depot Gallery - Montauk, NY                                                      6/2005
            (Press: Montauk Pioneer—June 2005 Issue)

Portrait As Perception * Exhibition Space @ FIT - New York City                                                             5/2005

Ambiguous * 2/20 Gallery - New York City                                                     12/2004                                                                               
                           
        
Published Artworks

Fashion Institute of Technology Student Planner                                                                   2006 / 2007        

Montauk Artists’ Association Commemorative Journal                                                          2005 / 2006      

Press

New York TimesLong Island Weekly Desk Art Review: Biographies” by Helen A. Harrison / August 21, 2005 (Late
           Edition, Section 14LI, Column 2, Page 9)

Montauk Pioneer “Painting, Sculpture, and Photography Exhibition” by Marisa DeMarco / October 2005