POETIC LICENSE Artist Studio Visits by Chi Essary David Fobes walks me through his 1920’s Spanish Revival Bungalow to its modern addition. This section of the home, with its tall, open ceilings […]
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An intimate photo portrait series by curator Chi Essary—featuring studio visits & conversations with the region’s most notable artists.
VICKI WALSH: Forensic Illustration Meets the Renaissance
Article by Chi Essary Vicki Walsh’s stark and meticulously rendered faces are sure to leave an impression. Each accident of the flesh is painstakingly depicted. Although the likeness is exact, […]
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PERRY VAZQUEZ: MacGyverying Out of Artist’s Block
Article by Chi Essary Standing in his kitchen, Perry Vasquez pours me espresso from his old stovetop espresso maker. We chuckle over the show Portlandia once he finds out my […]
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