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What does it take to be a professional artist? Park West Gallery’s Morris Shapiro wants to know, so he’s interviewing some of today’s most popular visual artists. “Behind the Artist” shares candid conversations in which artists tell real stories about their upbringings, their careers, and the creative inspiration behind their work. Art lovers and collectors alike will love this authentic look at what it takes to create and thrive in the contemporary art world. You can also watch Park West's ...
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Growing up as a military child who lived all over the world, Kevin Vigil, known as Kre8, found it difficult to blend in.His life experiences have formed the foundation for the artist he is today, and collectors from all over the world are drawn to his dramatic, interesting paintings. In this episode of the "Behind the Artist" podcast, Kre8 discusse…
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Growing up as the daughter of the renowned advertising executive art director Les Hopkins, artist Leslie Lew became steeped in the American ad culture in the 1960s.We are thrilled to have Lew as our featured artist this week on the "Behind the Artist" podcast! She discusses her childhood and how her experiences helped form the base of what she does…
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Enjoy part 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Csaba Markus. In this episode, Markus and Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro continue their conversation discussing Markus' escape to America, where he lived in his car in California while trying to earn money to bring his family to join him. They then get into…
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Enjoy part 1 of 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Csaba Markus. Markus has a larger-than-life personality, and shares with us in this episode his unique story as to why he is who he is. In this discussion with Morris Shapiro, we hear the details of Markus' childhood growing up in Communist Hungary and he reveals…
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Enjoy part 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Dominic Pangborn. In this episode, Pangborn and Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro continue their conversation discussing Pangborn's schooling and how his unique tie designs became an overnight success. They then get into talking about his creative process, and…
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Enjoy part 1 of 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Dominic Pangborn. In this episode, Pangborn describes his life growing up in South Korea and his solitary trip to the United States at just 10 years old, where he was adopted into the Pangborn family and became one of 12 children! He then dives into his path that…
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Artist Duaiv is our amazing guest on the "Behind the Artist" podcast this week. In this episode, Duaiv shares some revealing insights into his youth, discusses his path as a classical musician and overall decision to become a painter, talks about meeting Salvador Dali, and much more!You can also watch Park West's artists in action at https://m.yout…
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With more than 45 years of experience, Francois "Fanch" Ledan is an amazing self-taught artist who embraces his imagination to create unbelievable interiorscapes and exotic destinations. We’re thrilled to have Fanch as a guest on the “Behind the Artist” podcast to talk about the fascinating road he has traveled to become the artistic star he is tod…
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Traveling the world capturing the beauty of historical and cultural landmarks, artist Alexander Chen's paintings depict immense detail that transports his audience into the exciting settings of his paintings. We are thrilled to have Chen as a guest on the "Behind the Artist" podcast. In this episode, Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro catche…
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Enjoy part 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Peter Nixon and Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro. Nixon and Shapiro carry on their conversation from the previous podcast episode by discussing the thought process and details behind developing Nixon’s book. They then get into talking about the art of our con…
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Enjoy part 1 of 2 of this split episode on the "Behind the Artist" podcast with artist Peter Nixon. In this episode, Nixon sat down with Morris Shapiro to discuss when he first realized he was going to be an artist, the evolution of his artistic style, his new series of paintings called Postcards, and more!You can also watch Park West's artists in …
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For over 20 years, artist Eric Dowdle has been exploring and creating–capturing rural landscapes, cityscapes, local people, food and customs from everywhere he travels, and much more. From being crowned "Puzzle King" to developing his hit TV art show, there is not much Eric Dowdle hasn't done! We're thrilled to have him as our guest on this week's …
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Enjoy part 2 of 2 of this split episode on the “Behind the Artist” podcast with artist Scott Jacobs. In this episode, Jacobs candidly discusses his near fatal motorcycle accident in 2016 and the difficult road to recovery, his current views about his life and art, and how he came to become one of the most successful fine artist of our time.You can …
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Enjoy part 1 of 2 of this split episode on the "Behind the Artist" podcast with artist Scott Jacobs. In this episode, we take a look into his astonishing life as he shares some remarkable personal experiences, talks to Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro about his unparalleled success over the last 40 years, and discusses how he was the first…
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Guy Harvey is a unique marine wildlife artist, scientist, and conservationist who shares his passion for ocean life through his authentic artwork and merchandise. In this episode of the "Behind the Artist" podcast, we take a dive with Guy Harvey into his vibrant childhood, love of the sea and marine life, and how he continues to blend his passions–…
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Artist Matt Beyrer is known for transforming simple planks of wood into amazing creations that ripple with color, detail, and emotion. This unique technique has helped propel him to international success. Let’s dive into the fascinating life of Matt Beyrer on this episode of the “Behind the Artist” podcast as we discuss how he got started painting,…
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A contemporary artist known for his “Absurdist” paintings, drawings, and portraits, Michael Cheval joins us as this week’s guest on the “Behind the Artist” podcast. Cheval sat down with Morris Shapiro to discuss his youth in the former Soviet Union, his father’s pressure upon him to excel as a painter, his first museum show at the young age of 24, …
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Pop artist Romero Britto is one of the biggest names in art today. He’s held over 300 exhibitions, has over 60 public art installations worldwide, and has his work licensed by everyone from Disney to Absolut. His creations have been used for the Super Bowl, Olympics, the World Cup, and other massive global events.We’re incredibly excited to have Br…
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Artist Allison Lefcort has been called "The Princess of Pop." Her acclaimed Pop Art has drawn comparisons to the works of Andy Warhol and won her commissions ranging from Disney to international royalty. In this episode of the "Behind the Artist" podcast, Lefcort talks with Morris Shapiro about her fascinating journey in the art world and a whole l…
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Born and raised in Detroit, Tim Yanke’s work ethic was instilled at an early age. In this episode of the “Behind the Artist” podcast, Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro sits down with Yanke to discuss his growth as an artist, his discovery of abstract expressionism, his love for the American West, and the origins of some of his iconic imager…
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What’s better than hearing one artist talk about their craft? What about FOUR artists? Morris Shapiro recently hosted an entertaining roundtable discussion with four acclaimed artists—Duaiv, Patrick Guyton, Scott Jacobs, and Tim Yanke. Together, the group discusses what it means to be a working artist, how they distinguish between form and content,…
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Patrick Guyton is a professionally trained artist, but his unique blend of gold leafing techniques and figure painting hails from his experience outside the classroom. In this episode, Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro sits down with Guyton to discuss his time working for animation legend Chuck Jones as well as his brief stint as a furnitur…
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Before he was the "Rock Star of the Art World," internationally collected artist Michael Godard spent time drawing caricatures in a theme park. In this episode of "Behind The Artist," Godard sits down with Morris Shapiro to discuss this difficult upbringing, what it was like to sell his first paintings, and how he became one of Las Vegas' most famo…
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