Author: Sheila Berry

“Small Works” featured at AFA Gallery, NYC through the Holidays

Sheila Berry December 5, 2017

SMALL WORKS

Free and Open to Public this Holiday Season

Reception: Thursday Dec 7, 6-9pm
Dec 7 – Jan 1, 2018 |54 Greene St. SoHo | 212-226-7344

United in their scale, the featured artworks from thirty different artists around the world, explore the variation in style, concept, and technical approach present in contemporary painting, drawing, and sculpture. The exhibition, curated by Michael J. Ruple (Gallery Director), features new works by Michael Alan, Jean-Pierre Arboleda, Sergio Barrale, Casey Baugh, Rick Berry, Troy Brooks, Bill Carman, Sas Christian, Colin Christian, Nicoletta Ceccoli, Sam Wolfe Connelly, Kelly Denato, Rose Freymouth-Frazier, Gris Grimly, Justin Hopkins, Jared Joslin, Jessica Joslin, Robert LaDuke, Chris Leib, David Lipson, Francis Livingston, Alessandra Maria, Pierre Matter, Caitlin T. McCormack, Kathie Olivas, Marc Scheff, Steven Skollar, Pol Turgeon, Hannah Yata, and more.

Rick is proud to be exhibiting 6 works along side this all star cast. We hope you’ll have a chance to stop by before the year’s end. Thank you.

Denver Exhibition and Demo

Sheila Berry October 2, 2016
Berry Oil Painting Demo precedes Opening Reception for group exhibition


Inner Visions: Contemporary Imaginative Realism

Saturday, Oct 8th   3-5 pm Demo | 6-9 pm Reception
Abend Gallery Denver CO |  800-288-3726 | Oct 8 – Nov 11, 2016 

Popular Coworking site features first Rick Berry mural

Sheila Berry February 6, 2016
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12 feet wide, first mural commission, first time using acrylics, discovering new technological solutions, crazy short deadline—

Like the innovators and entrepreneurs of Workbar.com, the hot new coworking community in Arlington, MA, Rick loves a challenge! He resurrected drawing skills from his underground comic days, created a tattoo-like image, and launched himself into new learning territories, and enjoyed it.

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Photo by Marjorie Howard

Along with specifics of the mural concept, Rick talks about how we see, always respecting the viewer and portraying time in 2 dimensional art in these studio interviews by Workbar’s Dave Gentry.

When in Arlington, drop in for a free tour of Workbar at 1165 Mass Ave. Here’s a fun view, our first peek at the installed mural from the front door. Interested in-progress shots? Scroll down.Thanks. 

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PA Museum Exhibition includes Demo & Talk by Rick Berry

Sheila Berry October 16, 2015

Oct 21-25

IX: A Celebration of Imaginative RealismIXAllentown Museum
Beginning Oct 21, original paintings and prints by Rick are available in this 5 day festival of art, artists, and educational seminars! 

Friday- Talk by Rick on creativity and it’s neurological supports
Saturday- Rick demonstrates his signature method of oil painting and collaborates with Vanessa Lemen.

Join the fun at Allentown Art Museum! Click here for tickets.

Thank you, Sheila

photos: Behind the scenes selections at the studio.
Museum banner by Rebecca Leveille Guay.

George R.R.Martin Announcement

Sheila Berry October 16, 2015

We’d like to share a pleasant surprise and a public thank you. Are you wondering what’s next from Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin? In the midst of his announcement this week about the deal with Cinemax for his new TV series based on his award winning offbeat “werewolf noir” novella, The Skin Trade, George R.R. Martin writes a nice complement about Rick’s art! Very appreciated.  

“…reprinted several times, most recently (and notably) in an illustrated edition from Capclave, where I was Guest of Honor, with a cover and interior art by the amazing Rick Berry.”
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For more details about the upcoming TV series, I recommend the source: click here.
Some of Rick’s images for Skin Trade can be found in earlier posts.

Rick Berry cover for George R.R.Martin novella
Rick Berry cover for George R.R.Martin novella










Neil Gaiman surprise visit

Sheila Berry August 28, 2015

August in New York was grand! Both Opening Receptions–  first Infra:REAL- The Art of Imaginative Realism at Jonathan Levine Gallery then Works on Paper at Arcadia Contemporary— were just packed with wonderful folks and fabulous art! It was a pleasure to meet so many artists and art appreciators.

We were certainly surprised and delighted by several NY friends, including Neil Gaiman, dropped in as well!  

Scroll down for more fun photos during the Works on Paper reception. For earlier photos of Infra:Real reception, click Jonathan Levine link above. Enjoy!  Sheila

Neil Gaiman and Rick Berry
Neil Gaiman and Rick Berry


In addition to framed artworks in variety of media by several talented artists, a wall of 16 custom Moleskine sketchbooks was a must see!
Below is Rick’s sketchbook, which sold opening night! 

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“Works on Paper”  August 14 – 31st
Arcadia Contemporary Gallery
51 Greene St. Soho, New York

Opening Reception Photos for infra:REAL at Jonathan Levine Gallery

Sheila Berry August 9, 2015
It was a packed and joyous time at this weeks opening reception for infra:Real on a beautiful summer evening in Manhattan. Such a treat that several artists were in attendance! We were fortunate to return the next morning for a private tour.

Friday August 14th, Rick will be back for the 6-8pm Opening Reception of “Works on Paper” at Arcadia Contemporary, 51 Green St. This group exhibition will run until the end of the month. We hope you’ll join us for the opening!

But you have only until Aug 22nd to see “infra:REAL- The Art of Imaginative Realism” the group exhibition curated by Patrick Wilshire. Installed in both Jonathan LeVine Galleries, Rick is honored to have a painting in each location. Further, we were delighted that “Cliff Dweller” is at the front door of 557C West 23rd St. Chelsea – viewable from the street any time of day. Do come by!
Jonathan LeVine Gallery  through August 22
557C West 23rd St  & 529 West 20th St. NY 

Rick Berry at Arcadia Contemporary Gallery NYC, August 14-31

Sheila Berry August 3, 2015
If you’re in New York City this August, stop by Arcadia Contemporary Gallery, located at 51 Greene Street in Soho. Rick Berry, alongside many talented artists, will be showcasing works of art made on paper. We hope to see you at the opening reception August 14th: 6-8pm!

Works on Paper at Arcadia Contemporary Gallery
51 Greene Street, NYC   /   August 14th-31st
Opening Reception August 14th: 6-8pm



Also, if you haven’t had a chance to see Rick’s work at the Jonathan LeVine Gallery in Chelsea, you still have time! 

infra:REAL – The Art of Imaginative Realism
Jonathan LeVine Gallery,  August 5-22
Opening reception Wednesday, August 5,  6-9pm
6-8pm 557C West 23rd St  &   7-9pm 529 West 20th St. NY