First you have a hand painted frame of ivory with a slight crackle.
To talk to me about commissioning a work of art for your own space, feel free to contact me at 202.306.2852
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One Painting...Four Looks.
First you have a hand painted frame of ivory with a slight crackle.
To talk to me about commissioning a work of art for your own space, feel free to contact me at 202.306.2852
www.johnmatthewmoore.com
New works.
I wanted to share with you some of my recent works.
Some of you may have seen Millie and Olivia, my sheep portraits hanging in The Red Hen. They've gotten a lot of attention with many requests. One such client inquired about commissioning a cow portrait after having dinner there one night. We spoke about what he and his wife were interested in and I showed him photos of cows I had photographed.
I'd like for you to meet Mehitebel. Yes, that's her real name. I photographed this sweet cow on a farm north of DC a couple of years back and have been waiting for the perfect client to immortalize her. I feel that I was able to capture her gentle eyes and beautiful coat. The clients are thrilled and I can't wait for the framing to be completed and see her in her new home.
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I've also been working on a new grouping of orchids for my collection.
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Mehitebel. 28" x 34".
Cymbidium, 18" x 22".
Cattleya granulosa "John Jensen", 18" x 22".
Paphiopedilum, 18" x 22".
Paphiopedilum Hybrid, 18" x 22".
Cymbidium Strathdon "Cooksbridge Noel", 18" x 22".
If you would like more information on purchasing or commissioning a painting, kindly contact me at 202.306.2852.
John Matthew Moore Fine Art and Home.
New Oppotunities and Relationships
In my last post, I spoke of new opportunities that I would go into more in a later post. I'd like to share them with you now.
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Recently I was contacted by James De Lorbe, Founder and Chairman of MADE: In America. This unique non-profit educational organization, headquartered here on Capital Hill in Washington, has been exploring ways to support American artist through a new initiative: American by Design. Since it's inception, MADE: In America had concentrated on supporting vulnerable industrial sectors, such as the American furniture industry and emerging sectors that includes organic growers and craft producers. The organization has already been recognizing the outstanding workmanship of artisan furniture makers such as Keith Fritz, whose signature pieces embody the best of American design, by presenting them with the William Thornton Award for Excellence in Craftsmanship. The award has been presented annually at the United States Capitol on the fourth of July since 2010.
In my first meeting with Jim, I was honored to learn that when he spoke with design professionals about the emerging initiative, it was suggested he talk to me for guidance on the new initiative. For each of their initiatives, MADE: In America recruits leading subject matter authorities to serve on a special advisory council. Members of the council provide guidance and expertise in designing and creating programs that address pressing needs in the sector to be served. After our initial meeting, Jim asked if I would consider serving as the National Chair for the new arts project and assist in recruiting members. I'm pleased and honored to take up this challenge and look forward to working with Jim and everyone at MADE: In America bringing much needed attention to American artists.
I've always been passionate about promoting companies that offer American products. In this struggling economy we are experiencing, I feel it is more important now than ever to support businesses, both large and small, that are dedicated in offering you the best of made in America.
For more information, you can go to www.madeinamerica-usa.org.
On a second note, I'm also honored and proud to have been accepted as the newest member of The Salmagundi Club of New York City. The Salmagundi Club is one of the oldest art organizations in the United States. Many important American artists such as Howard Pyle, N C Wyeth and William Merrit Chase have been members of this exclusive and well regarded club. I look forward to becoming involved with the Salmagundi Club and broadening my professional profile in the NY market and throughout the United States.
For more information, you can go to www.salmagundi.org.
John Matthew Moore Fine Art and Home
202-306-2852
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In my first meeting with Jim, I was honored to learn that when he spoke with design professionals about the emerging initiative, it was suggested he talk to me for guidance on the new initiative. For each of their initiatives, MADE: In America recruits leading subject matter authorities to serve on a special advisory council. Members of the council provide guidance and expertise in designing and creating programs that address pressing needs in the sector to be served. After our initial meeting, Jim asked if I would consider serving as the National Chair for the new arts project and assist in recruiting members. I'm pleased and honored to take up this challenge and look forward to working with Jim and everyone at MADE: In America bringing much needed attention to American artists.
I've always been passionate about promoting companies that offer American products. In this struggling economy we are experiencing, I feel it is more important now than ever to support businesses, both large and small, that are dedicated in offering you the best of made in America.
For more information, you can go to www.madeinamerica-usa.org.
Courtesy of The Salmagundi Club, NYC.
For more information, you can go to www.salmagundi.org.
John Matthew Moore Fine Art and Home
202-306-2852
Global Inspirations.
2014 has gotten off to a terrific and busy start which is why I'm just now writing my first post of the year. There are many new opportunities and plans for the coming months that I will be speaking of in upcoming posts.
But first I thought I'd talk about how my travels influence my work. A few months ago as I was leaving a client's home, and my client called out to me, "Have a nice vacation". It made me stop for a second. You see, I was leaving in a couple of days for Mexico City. It has never occurred to me that the trips we take are vacations. When I travel, I'm spending every hour photographing and absorbing images that inspire me. Long days are spent visiting museums, studying architecture and just walking around the cities. I've had the opportunity to travel to many cities throughout Europe, Asia and South America so I thought I'd show you how these trips find their way into my work.
For example, a trip to Amsterdam was spent photographing tulips and orchids at the Keukonhof Gardens.
On a trip to London, we spent the afternoon strolling around Hyde Park where I came across a gem of a garden which I painted for Lauren Liess for her room in the DC Design House, 2011.
The Secret Garden.
Even the swans and geese were immortalized.
Three Geese.
A museum in Berlin housed some of the most beautiful ancient architecture. A Byzantine capital photographed for the painting below was just one of many subjects I added to my collection.
Byzantine Capital, #1.
Other cities we've traveled to include Stockholm, Moscow, and Istanbul. I'm looking forward to painting new works inspired by these and other cities.
And finally we're just back from a whirlwind trip to Beijing. I'm only just starting to process the images and subjects I photographed there. I've always been a lover of anything Chinoiserie and can't wait to get started on new works inspired by traditional Chinese art. I'll talk more about that trip and it's inspirations soon.
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202-306-2852
But first I thought I'd talk about how my travels influence my work. A few months ago as I was leaving a client's home, and my client called out to me, "Have a nice vacation". It made me stop for a second. You see, I was leaving in a couple of days for Mexico City. It has never occurred to me that the trips we take are vacations. When I travel, I'm spending every hour photographing and absorbing images that inspire me. Long days are spent visiting museums, studying architecture and just walking around the cities. I've had the opportunity to travel to many cities throughout Europe, Asia and South America so I thought I'd show you how these trips find their way into my work.
For example, a trip to Amsterdam was spent photographing tulips and orchids at the Keukonhof Gardens.
Carnival de Nice with Yellow.
Ad Rem.
Paphiopedilum
Cymbidium
Even the swans and geese were immortalized.
Three Swans.
A museum in Berlin housed some of the most beautiful ancient architecture. A Byzantine capital photographed for the painting below was just one of many subjects I added to my collection.
Other cities we've traveled to include Stockholm, Moscow, and Istanbul. I'm looking forward to painting new works inspired by these and other cities.
And finally we're just back from a whirlwind trip to Beijing. I'm only just starting to process the images and subjects I photographed there. I've always been a lover of anything Chinoiserie and can't wait to get started on new works inspired by traditional Chinese art. I'll talk more about that trip and it's inspirations soon.
www.johnmatthewmoore.com
202-306-2852
With Warm Christmas Wishes.
A few years ago we had the opportunity to fly to Stockholm, Sweden in December for one of our long weekend European trips. My first impression of this amazing country was it's beautiful landscape. As we were descending for a landing, I looked out my window and saw one of the most amazing scenes I'd ever seen. The bare birch trees were thick and ghost-like against the snow covered ground. There were many wonderful memories I took away with me of that beautiful country and city, but my first impression was the strongest.
So for that following Christmas I wanted to recreate a piece of that memory. As luck would have it, I had a dwarf spruce tree that had given up after a long, hot summer. I took the tree and power washed the needles off and spray painted it white. Every year I decorate the tree differently. This year I opted for a white theme. I purchased a number of reproduction plaster intaglios from a dealer in London and wrapped and bowed each intaglio in chocolate ribbon.
Every time I look at my tree, I think of our trip to Sweden.
I hope this Christmas if full of wonderful memories for you and your loved ones.
With warm wishes,
Matthew
www.johnmatthewmoore.com
202-306-2852
So for that following Christmas I wanted to recreate a piece of that memory. As luck would have it, I had a dwarf spruce tree that had given up after a long, hot summer. I took the tree and power washed the needles off and spray painted it white. Every year I decorate the tree differently. This year I opted for a white theme. I purchased a number of reproduction plaster intaglios from a dealer in London and wrapped and bowed each intaglio in chocolate ribbon.
Every time I look at my tree, I think of our trip to Sweden.
With warm wishes,
Matthew
www.johnmatthewmoore.com
202-306-2852
Custom Lighting
For years now I've enjoyed taking found objects and antiques and making them into lamps. It's a great way of having a 'one of a kind' that you won't see everywhere. After weeks of looking for a perfect pair of lamps for my dining room buffet without much luck, I came across a pair of candle sticks that I'd discarded in my basement some time ago. Their original finish was rusticated and didn't work for the dining room so I decided to give them a faux verdigris finish.
The original finish.
First I painted them a dark grey.
Then gold was applied randomly.
Then they were painted with a dark green verdigris glaze.
And finally after several layers of lighter greens that were glazed on to simulate the 'dripping' of the verdigris and an umber glaze to give them an aged effect, I now have a perfect pair of candle stick lamps for my dining room.
I even dripped candle wax on the sleeves for a more authentic effect.
Another lamp I made for my dining room was made from an 18th century curtain rod finial.
I have two other examples of lamps that are for sell. The first one is made from an 18th century balustrade. It stands at 29" tall and retails for $350.00.
And finally, I made this lamp for my study out of an 18th century piano leg. It has a dark ebony finish on the upper and lower caps with what looks like Rosewood on the column. I have two other legs that can be made into lamps for $950.00 each. They finish off at around 37" tall.
If you would like to purchase either of these last two examples or speak with me about creating a perfect lamp for you, please feel free to contact me.
Also, it's not too late to purchase that piece of artwork for Christmas. Or better yet, forward this posting to your significant other and have them purchase the artwork for you.
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The original finish.
First I painted them a dark grey.
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Green and Whites.
I've just completed a new set of Green and Whites for the Limited Edition Print Line. I always love painting white flowers. They're actually more difficult to paint than the bolder colors that I'm more known for.
When I paint a Green and White series, I try to bring in different textures and tones from creamy ivories to creamy greys. The yellow-golds and deep greens always bring the subjects to life.
Not only are the originals available, but this set is also available in limited edition prints.
When I paint a Green and White series, I try to bring in different textures and tones from creamy ivories to creamy greys. The yellow-golds and deep greens always bring the subjects to life.
Not only are the originals available, but this set is also available in limited edition prints.
Gardenia 18" x 22" $1850.00
Limited Edition Print 16" x 20" $350.00
Edition of 75
Magnolia 18" x 22" $1850.00
Limited Edition Print 16" x 20" $350.00
Edition of 75
White Parrot 18" x 22" $1850.00
Limited Edition Print 16" x 20" $350.00
Edition of 75
Camellia 18" x 22" $1850.00
Limited Edition Print 16" x 20" $350.00
Edition of 75
This is a similar grouping commissioned by a client in Kalarama.
This grouping is shown in my exclusive hand finished frame of Antiqued Ivory and Crackled Green.
If you would like to commission an original, purchase an original or a limited edition print, please feel free to contact me at contact@johnmatthewmoore.com.
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