World’s most popular 3-D artist appears in Stone Harbor, NJ with his latest collection of art
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the popularity of this collection, “Charles Fazzino: The Master of 3D Pop Art” will remain at the Stone Harbor, NJ gallery through Sunday, June 26.
STONE HARBOR, NJ – May 31, 2016 – Ocean Galleries welcomed world-renowned 3-D artist, Charles Fazzino, to Stone Harbor, NJ for a spectacular Memorial Day weekend exhibition. Fazzino, whose appearance at Ocean Galleries (9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor/609.368.7777) marked his first time in the seaside community, brought his latest collection of 3-D limited edition fine art silkscreen serigraphs.
“Charles Fazzino: The Master of 3D Pop Art” opened to the public on Friday, May 27, 2016 and ran through Monday, May 30, 2016, with all artwork on display available for acquisition. Gallery guests had the opportunity to meet Charles Fazzino during receptions from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, May 28 and from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Sunday, May 29.
What a Wonderful World, Charles Fazzino©
Considered the most popular 3-D artist in the world today, Charles Fazzino has developed an instantly recognizable style that is admired and coveted by many including heads of state, celebrities, and numerous internationally renowned figures and organizations. Best known for his obsession with bright colors and wonderful detail, Fazzino has a frenetic energy that he infuses in his work and uses a unique, hand-assembled, 3-D layering technique that brings his images to life.
From Philly With Love, Charles Fazzino©
A graduate of the New York School of Visual Arts, Charles Fazzino has honed his craft over the course of his 30+ year career. Most famous for his 3-D renderings of New York and countless other cities, Fazzino has also created masterfully vibrant and detailed tributes to such popular icons as the New York Yankees, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Alfred Hitchcock, and the characters of Walt Disney. He has painted 16 Super Bowls for the National Football League, 12 All-Star Games for Major League Baseball, five Daytime Emmy Award Ceremonies, two FIFA World Cup Tournaments, the Grammy Awards, and was the official artist for the 2009 and 2010 President’s Council on Physical Fitness and The President’s Challenge.
Often referred to as a pop culture historian, Fazzino’s innovative style, technique, and sense of composition make him a master storyteller who touches his collectors and captures the most meaningful parts of their everyday lives. There have been eight books published about Fazzino and his artwork has been exhibited in hundreds of galleries worldwide. He resides in New York, is a National Vice President of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and contributes his time and art to countless causes worldwide.
Paws in Paris, Charles Fazzino©
Japan’s Mt. Fuji Art Museum, the “Today Show,” the City of Fort Lauderdale, FL, the Kraft Company in Greece, the City of Boeblingen, Germany, the United States Tennis Foundation, the Sands Hotel/Casino, the Mohegan Sun Casino, the Indianapolis Colts, the Green Bay Packers, and Swiss National Television, are among the organizations that have commissioned Fazzino originals. He has also completed several permanent installations for American Airlines for their terminal at JFK International Airport in New York and his works have been exhibited by the Norman Rockwell Museum and the Arlington Museum of Art. In 2009, he was a recipient of the prestigious Ellis Island “Medal of Honor.”
“It is an incredible honor to welcome Charles Fazzino to Stone Harbor and our gallery. Charles transcends the traditional definition of pop art. His colorful and detailed artwork draws you in – every time you look at one of his pieces, you will find something that you had not noticed before,” explained gallery owner Kim Miller. “We thought this vibrant and extraordinary collection of artwork was the perfect kick off for the 2016 summer season!”
Charles Fazzino designs the Sochi Olympics pin
In addition to an extraordinary collection of artwork and custom-framing, Ocean Galleries also offers a variety of hand-made crafts from local, regional, and national artists in America, such as glass, pottery, jewelry, and furniture. All summer exhibitions take place at the Stone Harbor location of Ocean Galleries (9618 Third Avenue), which is open from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM daily beginning Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer. The Avalon, NJ location of Ocean Galleries (2199 Ocean Drive) is open 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday through Saturday. For more information or directions, call 609-368-7777 or visit www.oceangalleries.com
Click here to view more of Charles Fazzino’s artwork.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the popularity of this collection, “Charles Fazzino: The Master of 3D Pop Art” will remain at the Stone Harbor, NJ gallery through Sunday, June 26.