Painting Captures Veteran’s Nightmare
On November 10th, an article was published in the Buffalo News about the painting, "O. P. Frisco", which can be found on this site in the War Themes Gallery. A copy of the article can be found HERE.
“Dream Session”
Dream Session is a fantasy jam. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins were recorded together as The Million Dollar Quartet. In this painting, Buddy Holly replaces Carl Perkins and the boys are ROCKIN'.
Commissioned Work
"Dream Session" Oil (18" x 24") 2006 Commissioned by a dear friend, Dream Session is a fantasy jam. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins were recorded together as The Million Dollar Quartet. In this painting, Buddy Holly replaces Carl Perkins...
Remembrance Fountain
I've been a V.A. (Veterans Administration) employee since 1977. It's always been an honor to serve my fellow Veterans and provide some measure of comfort to their families. When asked to create a centerpiece fountain, for our newly installed Veterans Park, a mildly...
Ralph “Bucky” Phillips Courtroom Drawings
Ralph Sirianni is presently creating courtroom drawings for the Ralph "Bucky" Phillips case. In part due to it being the largest manhunt in New York State history, the artist's images are being carried in media nationwide.
Poster Art
The Denver Center Theatre Academy, of Colorado, will present the play "4.48 Psychosis" by Sarah Kane. This performance will be part of The Boulder International Fringe Festival. It will run from August 18th thru 27th. "Suicide" from the War Themes collection will be...
Exhibits
July 1st : " Art From The Heart " SLO Veterans Hall, San Luis Obispo, California July 1st thru 29th : " Healing through Creativity " Museum In The Community, Hurricane, W. Virginia (www.healingthroughcreativity.org) August-October : " The Things They Carried "...
George Harrison
Ex-Beatle George Harrison had a way of finding beauty in things. When a reporter asked what his personal goal was, he responded with 'To do as well as I can do, whatever I attempt. And someday to die with a peaceful mind.'
Voodoo Funk
The pelvic bone of a deer is interesting by itself. However, I found myself copying it. In order to get past that perception, I molded fine wire mesh and covered the bone. As the paint was thick and wet, I applied various strokes with a large hand saw. Bending the...
Found Objects
A new gallery. Information and images can be found HERE. "In Utero" Oil (36"x60") 2006 I'm very excited about this piece. The fact that it's inspired by a child's toy makes the form so much more relevant.
Broken Toy
I found this broken piece of a child's toy while jogging. It's been in the studio for well over 10 years. I've begun the process by pretty much drawing what I see. Now I am drawing what I feel.
Plastic Jug
I've learned to see into things -- over the years I've collected found objects, with the intent to one day create art inspired by them. The concept has been an age-old vehicle for artistic afflatus. Here is a little preview of my current series. Last June, at sunset...
Law Enforcement Sketch Art
My work with various law enforcement agencies as a police sketch artist has taken an interesting turn. I am currently involved with a murder investigation in which there were no witnesses. The victim's family has employed a psychic. I receive a description from that...
Jimi Hendrix, for a Friend
This piece was selected to represent the 9th Convention Hendrixiana-Saturnia 2005. This is an annual event, held in Tuscany, Italy, where musicians from all over the globe gather to commemorate and perform the music of Jimi Hendrix.
After 50 News
I was featured in the January issue of After 50 News. Copy of article can be found HERE.
Exhibit & Lecture
Exhibit - Healing Arts Tribute To Trauma Survivors and Responders The Adams Gallery in Dunkirk, NY November 11, 2005 thru January 10, 2006 The Albright-Knox Art Gallery, in Buffalo, NY January 18 thru February 5, 2006 Lecture Albright-Knox Art Gallery, in Buffalo,...
2005 In the News
Artist featured in Gusto (Buffalo News), November 11th, 2005. Copy of Article HERE. Artist featured in the November edition of Vietnam Veterans Association magazine Veteran. Copy of Article HERE.
“Peaceful World” Series 2003-2005
Peaceful World is a real place. It's where the freshness of each season replenishes my soul. In a world that's far from peaceful, it's the comforting moments that get us through. The struggles and the suffering drive us to seek solace. There are many diversions from...