LA MAJA DESNUDA

30x60"

la maja desnuda
mixed media on masonite

This painting was an inspiration from spanish painter Francisco de Goya - Abstract composition inspired from one of his paintings "The Naked Maja".

YAF Architecture - Summer Salon

BLUX - public bench

This is my submission for the Summer Salon Part1 - YAF Architecture

YAF, Young Architect's Forum, Art Space and the Burau Bar on Edgewood present a pinup show on Thrusday May 14th for architects, graduates, students of architecture and interested parties with pieces involving architecture. This is an open event for those interested in architecture, in all forms.

more info here: http://yafatlanta.blogspot.com/

VISIT TO SAL BROWNFIELD STUDIO

Last Sunday we were invited by my friend Maria to get her amazing 'Sunday's Arepas', a Venezuelan dish that she cooks every weekend for friends and family. There is one of her friends who never misses those Sunday's visit. His name is Sal Brownfield. It was by then when we personally talk about art for the first time. Yes, he is an incredible artist living in Georgia. After meeting at Maria's place, he invited as to visit his amazing studio during the week. My wife, my mom, Maria and Misa decided to stop by last Wednesday for a tour. That's when Sal and I became friends. Here is one of the pictures taken outside his Studio.
Left to Right: Sal Brownfield, Misa Rentas, Gaston Carrio.

You can read more about him and check part of his work at: www.salbrownfield.com

SOLO Award - ArtExpo New York 2009

Artexpo New York was a complete success....!

Just landed back in Atlanta and ready to keep painting and share all the news with you..! For all of you who were asking about my experience at the Expo, I will give you a quick summary.

My experience for the Show went beyond my expectations and I was overwhelmed as I was awarded the SOLO Prize for ArtExpo NY 2009!! (you can read more about SOLO Award - click here). There will be some upcoming Press about this and my artwork in the next 'Art Business News Magazine' (April 2009). You could get a copy of this magazine for free by signing up - click here.



A big thank you for those of you who supported me through your emails and thoughts and an even bigger THANK YOU for all of you who came out to the Show!!!

Gaston.
www.artbyarchitect.com

PS: Remember I have a few more copies of my recently published book showing my work that was exhibited at the Expo for sale - CLICK HERE.

Paintings on its way to New York City..!!

Yes...finally done..!
14 pieces were boxed, and crated on a 58x42x46 Wood Crate. Here a couple of images before I see them again on Feb.25th..! A day before the ArtExpo NY...!! More news to come from there.

ArtExpo NY 2009

ArtExpo New York 2009 - more work in progress

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

Art Expo New York - in progress

Biased Loyalty

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

Unjustice

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

Prevail Over

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

Mystical Nun

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

ArtExpo New York - Preview

As I mentioned in my previous post, some of these pieces will be exhibited during January at the San Francisco Coffee Roasted Company in the Virginia Highlands (Atlanta, GA). This is a great opportunity for anyone interested to check out this new series that will be shown at the New York Art Expo 2009 in the Jacob Javits Convention Center (by the end of February 2009).

untruth II

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

untruth I

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

untruth III

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

untruth IV

30x42

oil, conte, resin on masonite

New York - Art Expo Paitings in process

I am working on this new series which will be for exhibit at the Art Expo New York 2009. There is going to be a preview of my paintings at the San Francisco Coffee Shop (Virginia Highlands location) during the month of January.


These pieces are being painted on Masonite Wood and cover with a layer of Resin.
Please let me know if interested to personally check out these paintings before going to New York..!

Art Expo New York - February 2009

Working at the Studio in Atlanta. Creating a new series. More details coming up later.

Partial Beliefs

48 x 48"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas
(2 paintings - 24 x 48" each)

Please click here for the auction page and a chance to place your 'Best Offer', or 'But it Now' for $2,350

Lonely Stress

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Canvas

SOLD

Partial Beliefs

48 x 48"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas
(2 paintings - 24 x 48" each)

For Sale.

Insane Discovering

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Canvas

To buy, please send me an email

Solitary Expressions_IV

36 x 24"
Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Paper

To buy, please send me an email

Inner Reflections I

34 x 22"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Paper

Inner Reflections II

34 x 22"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Paper

Solitary Expressions_II

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on Mylar

SOLD - Private Collector

Distanced Cry

36 x 36"
oil on canvas

SOLD - Private Collector

Solitary Expressions_I

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on paper

SOLD - Private Collector

Birds Over Wires

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas

SOLD - Private Collector

Back of Mind I

36 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas

SOLD - Private Collector

Sense of Expectations

48 x 48"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas
(2 paintings - 24 x 48" each)
For sale.

36" Vanished Commitment

36 x 36"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas

SOLD

24" Latest Wish

24 x 24"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas
(3 paintings - 12 x 24" each)

SOLD

Museum of Design Atlanta - MODA

After some requests, I decided to start posting on the blog some of the architectural projects I personally designed. They will be posted under the label 'architecture' for easy search. So, here is one of the latest ones done for a Trail Station in Atlanta, GA. My proposed idea, and all other entries, will be exhibited at the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) until December 20, 2008.

Project Purpose:

The 1st AIA 48hr Design Competition is meant to build awareness of the possibilities of Mass Transit, it’s impact on our lives and its ability to connect our urban fabric, through the design of a Light Rail Station and Beltline Office facility. The Site encompasses a 50’ x 120’ footprint centered on the existing rail right of way crossing at Ponce De Leon Ave.

Program:

1,800 sq.ft. - Light Rail Tracks
2,000 sq.ft. - Waiting Platform
400 sq.ft. - Ticketing Area
1,000 sq.ft. - Commercial Space
2,000 sq.ft. - Beltline Office Space
1,000 sq.ft. - Circulation & Unassigned

Links:
www.museumofdesign.org
www.beltline.org

Eclectic Self Center

36 x 36"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas

SOLD

Dark Side of the Moon

72 x 48"

Oil, Acrylics and Charcoal on canvas

SOLD