Eric R. Matelski
Live Artist
Tel: 303-898-4350
ERIC R. MATELSKI’S BIO:
Artist, Eric Matelski, has made his place in the art community by painting live, curating, coordinating art events, and donating his time and artwork to a number of charities and non-profits. As a “live artist,” Eric has painted loose portraits of musicians and performers at hundreds of concerts and events, attracting an audience of his own, and completing paintings sometimes in just minutes.
Although painting live is what gained his local recognition, Eric also works--at a slower pace--in his home studio, painting and assembling a range of experimental works of art, and installations. Companies and individuals all over have commissioned Eric, to paint murals and create custom works.
In addition to his own art, Eric also focuses on other artists at his free monthly event, the First Monday Art Talk (FMAT), at Dazzle (Lincoln and 9th). Each month people enjoy music, food and drinks, an interview, and the artwork and influences of a local artist. Eric also curates artwork for a handful of local Denver eateries and other art establishments. In addition Eric currently serves on art boards for Dine and D’art, and La Piazza. Eric produces a small number of group art shows each year with his art production company Art Pimp. Eric’s main focus is not just his own art. Eric believes in art as a community and enjoys helping other artists get their voice.
In November of 2008 Eric was named by Denver one of the city’s 150 unsung heros for his work in the Denver art community. In 2010 Eric was awarded a MasterMind award from Westword magazine.
ERIC R. MATELSKI: 303-898-4350 ericmatelski.com
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
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•Worked at Evolution Studios in Chicago as a rough sculptor from 1988 - 1992
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•Worked on theater set designs for Morton West, Morton East, and Morton College from 1988-1992
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•Studied Industial Design at the Art Institute of Colorado from 1992-1994
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•Curated artwork for Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge, 3 Pasquini's Italian Restaurants and Serioz Italian Restaurant 2005-2006.
•Currently host First Monday Art Talk, co-host the Square Lounge, and curate artwork at Dazzle each month
My unique style, developed over the years, is rich with color, movement and energy. Since I moved to Colorado I have made a name for myself performing and selling live art in cities including Chicago, Denver and San Francisco. I have also used my art to help raise money for several local causes: research funding Cystic Fibrosis and Cancer, Denver Dumb Friends League, public radio (KUVO jazz89), Slavens School, C.A.S.A., Project Angel Heart and public art programs (Art Students League of Denver, and Artreach).
-Eric Matelski
