Fox Ryan Studio- The Blog

June 10, 2009

OPEN STUDIO -- JUNE 19th

Left. Apocalypse, oil, 4x4 feet, by Anna Fox Ryan
Right. Her, oil, 8x10 inches, by Aaron Thompson

YOU ARE INVITED

May 31, 2009

The South Magazine Article is out! You can read it at http://www.thesouthmag.com/gallery.asp?galleryid=122

“I don’t care if I step on people’s toes. If they leave thinking or… even better, talking to someone about the ideas that these images bring up—then I’ve done my job. Because there’s
nothing delicate about this.”
-Anna Fox Ryan quoted in The South Magazine, Laws of Nature

"'Burn, Baby, Burn' is one of Fox Ryan’s most powerful works to date."
-Elizabeth Rushing, South Magazine

April 19, 2009

Featured in The South Magazine

The South Magazine is featuring my work in their next issue (June/July). I met with the writer, Elizabeth Rushing, last week and had an awesome time talking with her (and drinking wine). I'm looking forward to getting to know her better and I can't wait to read her article. This afternoon we had the photo shoot. This is a quick shot I took during set-up with my crumby little point-and-shoot. The photographer, Kevin Banker, was a blast to work with and he captured some great images. With so many awesome people involved, it looks like it's going to be a great article and I'm really excited to read the issue. Thank you South Magazine.

April 3, 2009

FIGHT FOR THE CURE

"Burn, Baby, Burn"
oil on panel, 30x30" 2008
in memory of Dani Cage

I just got back from The Corner Door where I spoke with Mrs. Elizabeth Myers, a two time breast cancer survivor. We are going to sell this piece and are donating part of the proceeds to support research for the cure for breast cancer.
This painting was inspired by my aunt, Dani, who passed last year after battling cancer. It is the beginning of a series that continues to evolve here in the studio and I'm honored to make this donation. I hope this painting will find a strong and loving home. This piece is very close to my heart.

And to answer your question about the title... Dani, being the tough dame she was, insisted on having the song "Burn, Baby, Burn" played at the end of her funeral. She also insisted on something else. My mother, and another friend of Dani's, were forced to swear that they would stand up when the song came on and start dancing. True to form, they rocked out as they led the entire congregation out of the church dancing. She is still full of life in my eyes and I see her often enough in my dreams to know so. I miss her.

March 6, 2009

Presentation of Works at Pecha Kucha

I was recently invited to present my work for the inaugural Savannah Pecha Kucha night. You're asking what in the world that is. I don't blame you. Pecha Kucha is a worldwide trend of networking, idea sharing and thus, collaboration and innovation. How does this happen? Each presenter compiles 20 slides, each of which are displayed for 20 seconds (total time is 6 min 40 sec) During this time the presenter speaks about the information shown. They can format their presentation in any way, speak on any topic as long as they are appropriate and stay within their time frame. This is a great way to meet some awesome people, share ideas, get ideas and have some beer to wash it all down. These events are taking place all over the world and there are more to come in Savannah. For those who missed it, I will be presenting again as well, so keep an eye out.

Linda, 22x30" charcoal on toned paper

This pose was about 2 and a half hours and yes, she really looks that spooked.

How I stay sane?

This is my mentor, John Rise, giving a canvas stretching demo. John is the man. That black sweatshirt that I'm wearing there... I LOVE that sweatshirt.

November 13, 2008

Good times, noodle salad and conversations of the apocalypse had by all.

A shot of Apocalypse hung at Target Gallery for the nationally jurried Aftermath exhibition. I had one quick shot of it in between talking to people. At least I got something. There was a wide range of work at this show, all media, all sizes etc. Good times, noodle salad and conversations of the apocalypse had by all.

November 10, 2008

The Storm After the Storm

The Telfair Art Fair went really well. Thanks to everyone who came out and peeped the work. I learned a lot and I met a lot of really interesting people who I hope to keep in touch with in the future.

Now that it's all over, I'm back in the studio. Back to work, to paint, power and the apocalypse. I have some really heavy pieces in the works right now. The studio is literally packed full of new works and I'll be posting them soon. Keep your peepers peeled.

Cheers!

September 18, 2008

Telfair Art Fair

I'll be showing at the Telfair Art fair in Savannah GA. It's a huge juried show and tons of awards will be given out. Hope to see you all there!

August 14, 2008

Susannah 22 x 30" (shown cropped) charcoal

Susannah is a tough dame. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.

Women I've known 9 x 12" graphite

This piece is called "Women I've Known." The cough syrup is my late grandmother, the perfume was a gift from my old best friend who now lives in New York, the necklace is my sister (she has an identical one to match) the pins are from the bouquet I held at my best friend Lisa's wedding. I am the dangling ring and so is my late aunt Dani. Although my father gave me the ring, it reminds me of her. And the envelope holds what is to come.

There are other women who deserve a spot in this image, but I do not have items that lend to those relationships. Except for my mother, and I cannot wrap her up into a single object. (apologies for the picture quality)

And done

I think she's finished.

June 21, 2008

The Next Step...

In the studio I'm moving forward with my work. I am maintaining my general theme of industrialization and climate change, however, specific aspects are evolving. The figure is being introduced to explore the human condition as it is impacted by said global changes. I have posted a series of In Progress images of the figure portion thus far.

May 29, 2008

Solo Exhibition "What If?"

The Solo show "What If?" at Salon Jolie in Savannah, Georgia, opened on Friday May 30. We had an explosive turnout, including coverage by the Savannah Morning News. The show remains on display until June 26. This is just the beginning.