Waiting at Grand Central
Oil on canvas
24x18 inches

45^th Studio Anniversary Celebration

The month of May marks 45^th years that I’ve been a working artist in my Long Island City studio. A lot of paintings have been created near to the northlight window, out which I’ve watched the neighborhood’s urban landscape change dramatically year by year. I’ve documented these LIC changes in well over 100 paintings of the neighborhood along with many other favorite subjects of the New York City urban landscape. Love those architectural details and reflections.

To celebrate this milestone anniversary I am having prints made of my recent painting Waiting at Grand Central, a quintessential New York City scene. This particular painting has received a wonderful response both online and when it was shown at a recent art fair during which it was sold. So many people inquired if there were prints available of this painting that I decided to go ahead and have them produced.

I’m working with a printer to create high-quality prints with an image size of 10.5x14 inches, matted size of 20x16 inches which is a standard frame size. The price is $250.00. If you would like to purchase a print, just let me know.

In addition, during the month of May, I will having a studio sale with many paintings both old and new available at discounted prices. If you would like to arrange a studio visit we can find a good time for you to come by and hopefully leave with an original “Florin” painting in hand. The studio is located on Jackson Avenue in LIC, one block away from MoMA PS1 and easily accessible by subway.

I’m very grateful to have found this wonderful studio so many years ago in which to work and grow as an artist. And to all of my collectors and supporters of my art I say a heartfelt THANK YOU. Hope to see you at the studio!

Water Tanks in the NY Urban Landscape

 

Water Towers and Skylights
Oil on canvas
30x24 inches
SOLD

 

Delighted that this older painting of the NYC urban landscape as seen from above has found a good home. With artwork it just can time to find just the right collector for the piece and in this case it has come to pass. I know they will enjoy this painting for many years to come.

 

I will be participating in the Super Fair NYC Art event at the Brooklyn Navy Yard next week and I'm busy in the studio packing up the paintings I plan to exhibit. Took a ferry ride last week to get my bearings as even though I'm a native New Yorker, I'd never visited this particular historic Brooklyn location.

 

Hoping for good weather, lots of visitors,  some nice sales and a memorable experience.

Here is a link for more information. https://www.superfine.world/superfine-nyc25

 

 

 

The Always Fabulous Chrysler Building

Chrysler Park Reflections
Oil on canvas
30x24 inches

I never tire of painting one of my all-time favorite NYC architectural gems. The Chrysler building still stands gleaming and distinctive on 42nd Street in midtown and can be seen from many vantage points around the city. When I caught sight of these reflections I knew I would have to create yet another painting and after spending more time than usual I'm glad I've accomplished my goal. I'm not a fan of all of the glass boxes sprouting up but the facades do create wonderful opportunities to capture views of older buildings in abstracted and unusual ways in the urban landscape of the city.

 

Talking Art

 

On a snowy February 20th, I had the pleasure of attending a reception and talking about my 5 reflection paintings installed in the Lobby of 215 West 125th Street in Harlem, a few door down from the Apollo Theater.  My work is showing alongside the paintings of Valeri Larko and Gwenyth Leech, two very talented artists. We 3 explore in paint the New York urban landscape with our own unique and individual styles. This installation will be on view through August, 2025.

A Majestic Gypsy
Oil on panel
8x8 inches
SOLD

"A Majestic Gypsy", oil on panel, 8x8 inches. This was an opening night gift, commissioned by a Dad whose son is a cast member of this latest revival of "Gypsy" on Broadway. Ciáran Sheehan and I met many years ago when we both worked the night shift at a large public relations company. He spent the days studying and going on auditions and has carved out a wonderful career in the years that followed. A terrific singer and actor, I've had the pleasure of attending his performances with our mutual friend Denis over the years, most memorably when he was the Phantom in "Phantom of the Opera" on Broadway. Fast forward to 2025 when Ciáran's son Declan, a young and talented dancer, landed the role of Yonkers in "Gypsy", marking his Broadway debut. How marvelous that Ciáran's boy is now performing on the same stage his Dad did back in the day, one proud papa. 

 

Now "Gypsy" is my all-time favorite musical hands down. I've seen many revivals and productions, the first being the movie starring Rosalind Russell which left a lasting impression since I saw as a kid and still have the cast album. Had a great time creating this painting, all the while singing along with Ethel Merman and Patti LuPone's CD's. So, you can imagine how excited I was to see this newest revival of what is arguably one of the finest musicals ever created. I enjoyed the show as I knew I would but couldn't help thinking about other productions and actresses who've tackled the formidable role of Mama Rose. This new production was a vehicle for the very talented Audra McDonald who performed the role well but her operatically trained voice did not always suit Rose's character and her performance was not as nuanced as some of the other actresses who took on the challenge. That being said, it was a good production with a lot of talent on stage and this is one show that never fails, it is that good. If you have the chance and are looking for a very special Broadway experience, head over to the newly renovated Majestic theater and enjoy.

 

Red Bow on Fifth
Oil on canvas
12x9 inches

 

Last year I spotted this view of a brightly lit holiday window on Fifth Avenue with a group of softly lit diners inside enjoying a festive meal. Caught the spirit of the season.