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Dr. J, Building a Body of Work and Going Pro

By Peter Hodges, on July 3rd, 2010%

"Warhol Art in a Can" from jelene

I recently visited a friend who makes his living as a painter. There are paintings, sketches and other signs of his work throughout his house. Art in various stages of development is everywhere. He has built a large body of work that continues to grow every day. I was . . . → Read More: Dr. J, Building a Body of Work and Going Pro

Does Public Art Have a Responsibility to the Public?

By Peter Hodges, on May 8th, 2009%

What do you see in the picture to the right?

Not the white suspension bridge…the other thing. Any guesses? A pile of calf’s livers? A collection of kidney beans shaped like a man’s naughty bits?

That is a sculpture called National Velvet by John McEnroe and is a recent addition to Denver, Colorado’s collection of public art.

Neat, eh? . . . → Read More: Does Public Art Have a Responsibility to the Public?

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