My giant cookie is finally finished! Here it is.
Acrylic on Canvas, 36" x 36"
What's next? Something along these lines...
Stay tuned!
Monday, May 12, 2014
Monday, May 05, 2014
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Acrylic on Canvas, 36" x 48"
Perfect Guacamole
2 ripe avocados
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 ripe tomato, seeded & chopped
1tsp cumin
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
Cut avocados in half, remove pit. Scoop out avocado & mash lightly with a fork. Add onions, tomatoes, lime juice, cumin, salt & pepper. Mash again, but don't overdo it! This guacamole should be a little chunky.
Create, eat, enjoy.
11th Toronto Timeraiser
On Saturday, May 24th, I'll be participating in the 11th Toronto Timeraiser -- a silent art auction where visitors bid volunteer hours instead of money. Throughout the evening, guests will meet with various non-profit organizations in order to find available volunteer opportunities that meet their needs. Once matches are made, the bidding begins. I am so proud to be a part of this year's event! Here are the details:
WHEN: Saturday, May 24th, 7pm - 10pm
WHERE: The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery
231 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Bidders will have the opportunity to walk away with this limited edition print, based on the original painting measuring 48" x 48":
Limited Edition Print (Signed), Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, 28" x 28" Framed
Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
The Cookie Project
Is there any better project than a cookie project?
From start to finish, this painting has been an absolute pleasure. The photoshoot wasn't half bad, either. I sorted through three boxes of cookies in order to find the perfect specimen -- a nice, round cookie with good chocolate-exposure. I like PC's Decadent cookies because they are so relatable. We all know their familiar crumbly crunch, followed by that heavenly melt-in-your-mouth sensation. After a few casualties and a glass of milk, I finally found my star.
Acrylic on Canvas, 36" x 36" (work in progress)
I'm currently putting the finishing touches on this painting, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Who wouldn't want to look at a giant chocolate chip cookie every day? I'm aiming to finish by the end of week... stay tuned for the finished product!
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Today's Recipe: Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies
"Tasting Room - Banana," Acrylic on Canvas, 30" x 48"
1 1/2 cups oatmeal, uncooked
2 ripe bananas, mashed with fork until creamy
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
Preheat Oven to 350 degrees. Mix vanilla and cinnamon into the applesauce. Mix applesauce mixture with all other ingredients and let sit for 10 minutes. Drop cookie dough, by spoonfuls, onto parchment paper lined cookie sheet & flatten cookies into rounds. Bake approx. 20-30 minutes, or until golden. Remove from oven & let rest on cookie sheets for 5 minutes, then move to cooling rack. Store in a covered container when completely cool. Eat & enjoy!
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
What to expect at The Artist Project 2014
The Artist Project 2014 is only 9 days away! I've been working on some new large pieces that will make their big debut at this show. In the coming week, I'll also be finishing up some smaller paintings and drawings that will be sure to satisfy any foodie. Below are some of my larger pieces, which can be seen in person at booth 431!
Visit the following link for more information about dates/times/location: http://www.theartistproject.com/dates-times-location/
See you there!
Acrylic on Canvas, 30" x 48"
Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 48"
Acrylic on Canvas, 36" x 36"
Sunday, February 09, 2014
Happy Valentine's Day!
Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Say "I love you" with original paintings and drawings, or limited edition prints. Here are a few ideas:
Pencil Drawings, 10" x 10" and 20" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 48"
(Available in a series of limited edition signed prints)
Acrylic on Canvas, 12" x 12"
Acrylic on Canvas, 12" x 12" each
Contact for pricing, and visit www.erinrothstein.com for more information!
Thursday, October 31, 2013
The November Hat Trick
This November, I'll be exhibiting my work in three major shows.
First, I'll be participating in the 20th Annual Festival of Smalls at Art Interiors, located at 446 Spadina Road #203 in Forest Hill Village, Toronto. The show begins Saturday November 9th. Visit www.artinteriors.ca for details. For the duration of this show, "smalls" will be sold for $250 and under. I'll be showing 12" x 12" paintings of Ferrero Roche chocolates and lattes, and 10" x 10" framed drawings of Hershey's Kisses. Any of these would make the perfect holiday gift. Get yours before it gets eaten up!
From November 28th - December 8th, I'll be at the One of a Kind Christmas Show, selling new and familiar pieces from the "Tasting Room" series. This is another perfect opportunity to buy unique and timeless gifts for your loved ones. On weekdays and Saturdays, the show runs from 10am - 9pm. On Sundays, the show runs from 10am - 6pm. Don't miss the "Late Night Shopping" on Thursday, December 5, which will run until 11pm! For more information, visit: http://www.oneofakindshow.com/toronto/index.php
Finally, on December 5th, I'll have work in The Elaine Fleck Gallery Holiday Show. The Opening reception will take place at 888 Queen Street West, from 6pm-9pm. RSVP elaine.fleck@rogers.com, or visit www.elainefleckgallery.com for details.
I hope to see you at these exhibitions! Make this holiday season an inspiring one.
Monday, October 21, 2013
What to expect at DFS13, Booth #328
The Delicious Food Show is only four days away! Viewers can expect a medley of new and familiar pieces from the "Tasting Room" series, which will be exhibited for sale in booth #328. Here's what you need to know:
October 25-27, 2013
Friday 11am-10pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm
Better Living Centre
195 Princes' Boulevard, Exhibition Place
Toronto, Ontario
And here's a sneak peek...
"Tasting Room - Kisses" Pencil drawings 21" x 21" each, framed
"Tasting Room - Ferrero Rochers" Acrylic paintings 12" x 12" each
"Tasting Room - Bagel" Acrylic on canvas 36" x 36"
"Tasting Room - Toast" Limited edition print, based on original acrylic painting 24" x 24"
"Tasting Room - Avocado" Limited edition print, based on original acrylic painting 24" x 30"
"WAKEUP!" Acrylic on canvas 12" x 12"
"Tasting Room - Kisses" Graphite drawings 10" x 10" each, framed
Be sure to stop by, and please spread the word!
Sunday, October 06, 2013
Latest Work
Here are my latest paintings from the "Tasting Room" series: a 3-foot tall cup of coffee, and a square-foot Ferrero Rocher. This week, I'll be finishing a set of 16 Ferrero chocolates, which will make their debut at The Delicious Food Show at the Better Living Centre from October 25-27. Stay tuned for the finished grouping, and be sure to visit booth 1034! https://www.microspec.com/tix123/etic.cfm?code=DFS2013#.UlHYKzkTFSV
Alex's Coffee, Acrylic on Canvas, 36" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas, 12" x 12" (1/16)
Sunday, September 22, 2013
A little bit of string, and a whole lot of love.
I just finished the most amazing commission for an even more amazing family. They wanted a piece of art that reflected the energy in their home, and I couldn't think of a more perfect idea than this 5-foot long wood panel that spells out "love u" in nails and coloured string.
I had a blast working on this piece, which I am slightly obsessed with. There have already been a few requests for smaller scale pieces in this style, and I invite anyone to commission their own nail & string design. I am still working on my photorealist paintings, but projects like this allow me to exercise my creativity. I've become better acquainted with my hammer & nails, and hopefully this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
"love u," string and nails, 36" x 60"
Nuit Blanche Exhibition!
On Saturday, October 5th, I'll be showing two paintings in a Nuit Blanche exhibition at The Elaine Fleck Gallery on Queen West. The iced coffee, shown below, is my latest addition to the "Tasting Room" series. It certainly seems that my recent work is coloured by my love of breakfast.
Be there or be square.
"Tasting Room - Iced Coffee," Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 36"
"Tasting Room - Toast," Acrylic on Canvas, 48" x 48"
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Done and Done.
I just finished the largest painting I've ever worked on. This piece, shown below, will be installed as a mural for a leading internet search company. The shippers are on their way over, and soon, this massive work of art will find a new home in Montreal.
Acrylic on Canvas, 8ft x 7.5ft
This painting was based on a photograph by David Dworkind, a talented Montreal architect and photographer. Dworkind's work challenged me to use new techniques and new colours, in order to bring his image to life on a massive scale. The hot-pinks and vibrant-blues were a blast to work with, and every time I moved onto a new section of the piece, I gained a new appreciation for the project as a whole. Here are some photos of my journey with this piece, entitled "Computer Guts."
Detail
Click here for a time-lapse video of this piece as it comes to life:
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Martha and Me
I couldn't be more excited about my involvement in The Delicious Food Show, sponsored by The Food Network. This October, I'll be showing and selling brand-new art from the Tasting Room Series, alongside hundreds of cooking demos, tastings, hands-on workshops, and appearances by international chefs including Lynn Crawford, David Rocco, Nadia G, and Chuck Hughes. Stay tuned for more details!
The Delicious Food Show is thrilled to announce that lifestyle expert Martha Stewart will join its roster of celebrity chefs! Her appearance is presented by Home Depot Canada, exclusive distributor of Martha Stewart Living Kitchens. Join Martha on Friday, October 25th, and don't forget to stop by the Tasting Room!
Get your tickets now:
Friday, August 02, 2013
Coffee Lovers Magazine Features the "Wakeup!" Series
A huge thanks to Coffee Lovers Magazine for publishing this special feature on the "Wakeup!" series. This magazine is all about the love and experience of coffee, and about the lifestyle inherent in local coffee shops.
"We bring to you cool videos about coffee, reviews of coffee and coffee machines/tools, interviews with folks in the coffee industry, and much more. If you are a lover of coffee and wish to broaden your coffee horizons, then look no further. It is my hope that Coffee Lovers Magazine will open up the world of Coffee to as many people as possible," says editor and producer Joseph Robertson.
Coffee Lovers Magazine is designed for iPad and iPhone users. Subscribe now!
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Latest Project: Computer Guts
Here are some photos of my latest project: a massive painting for a leading internet search company. In just a few weeks, this oversized canvas will meet a hyperreal painting of the inside of a computer. The painting will be based on a photo by David Dworkind, a talented Montreal architect and photographer. This was my first time experimenting with a projector, and it was a blast.
Keep checking in for more photos! Time-lapse video to follow.
Monday, July 08, 2013
A Successful Weekend at TOAE!
The Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition was a huge success! Despite the unbearable heat-wave, and the periodic monsoon, thousands of art-lovers came out to the show. I parted with 4 prints, 4 paintings and 6 drawings. I made lots of new friends, ate a lot of fish tacos, and drank a little too much coffee.
TOAE is over, but I am still taking orders for prints & commissions. Any unsold pieces are available through my studio, and through Art Interiors in Forest Hill Village, Toronto. This coming month, I'll mostly be working on a large-scale mural for Google, and in the fall, I'll be participating in The Delicious Food Show, sponsored by The Food Network. I'll also be exhibiting my work at the One of a Kind Christmas Show. Stay tuned for more details!
This was my first outdoor exhibition. It was challenging, but certainly worthwhile. We had to pack up the artwork every night and re-install it the next morning (Starbucks helped us through those early morning hours). We also had to deal with leaky, overheated tents. I was so impressed by the amount of people that came out in the pouring rain to experience the show. During the heat wave, our friends brought cold drinks and frozen treats, and I am continuously overwhelmed by the support and kindness they have shown me.
Thanks again for your amazing support, and be sure to follow me on Facebook, where I post frequent updates about projects and exhibitions:
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