| Model/Diorama/Art Contest Vendors Exposition and stars from all walks of cinema and the world of horror creation. At the Hilton Hotel in Parsippany, NJ. October 31st, 2009. |
I'm not singling out any one piece of art as better than another
because frankly after you take a look at the pieces that are here
you'll soon agree that everyone entered did the best that they could
have and in my book, all are worthy of praise.
I'm proud to say that two of my pieces came up as winners, but
again, I don't think of anything I did as outclassing anyone else's. It
was just a wonderful thing being part of the group.
I had a great day with the crowd, no one was unruly or out of place
and all of the stars were a joy to see too. I met some great artists
and browsed through the vendors stands and goods being offered.
I picked up two tee shirts, one of Nosfertu in black and white on a
black tee and one of a painting London after Midnight, done by
Basil Gogoz, a truly wonderful man and artist in his own right.
Now check out some of the shot I got at the Model Contest.
because frankly after you take a look at the pieces that are here
you'll soon agree that everyone entered did the best that they could
have and in my book, all are worthy of praise.
I'm proud to say that two of my pieces came up as winners, but
again, I don't think of anything I did as outclassing anyone else's. It
was just a wonderful thing being part of the group.
I had a great day with the crowd, no one was unruly or out of place
and all of the stars were a joy to see too. I met some great artists
and browsed through the vendors stands and goods being offered.
I picked up two tee shirts, one of Nosfertu in black and white on a
black tee and one of a painting London after Midnight, done by
Basil Gogoz, a truly wonderful man and artist in his own right.
Now check out some of the shot I got at the Model Contest.
Here are the six Geometric Design Busts and
bases I brought to the show with me and
entered in to the contest. I'm happy to say, I
feel they held there own along with the other
professional paint ups in this category of
registered sellers. For that I am grateful. But
again, know that everyone who entered their
work into this contest proved themselves of
worthy to be praised. Great job everyone.
If you desire, you can check out each my
models and bases on there on page, by
clicking on the title to the left. I've worked very
hard all year long and will continue to add
more from the Geo line of models down the
road. Probably bring another batch to next
years show. You gotta know I will.
None of these were winners but that's OK, I
just loved bringing them there for the ride.
bases I brought to the show with me and
entered in to the contest. I'm happy to say, I
feel they held there own along with the other
professional paint ups in this category of
registered sellers. For that I am grateful. But
again, know that everyone who entered their
work into this contest proved themselves of
worthy to be praised. Great job everyone.
If you desire, you can check out each my
models and bases on there on page, by
clicking on the title to the left. I've worked very
hard all year long and will continue to add
more from the Geo line of models down the
road. Probably bring another batch to next
years show. You gotta know I will.
None of these were winners but that's OK, I
just loved bringing them there for the ride.
| And here's what I've been working on since last year and wasn't even sure I was going to bring along with me to the show. This piece has evolved from so many stages, with 3 different backgrounds and foliage in, than out, then back again, as you see it. I'm so very glad I did bring it with me because it won me the grand Poobah award of excellence and frankly, I was so stunned when they called out the name of the diorama, I kept looking around the room saying to myself, "OK, who does it belong to ... Well stand up already." Then it sunk in, it was me! Yes, yes, yes it was me. No doubt, it was a great feeling and everyone was really kind and genuine to me, as they were trying to take the winnings from my hand, "No shake my hand, not take the winnings!" ... Ah, only kidding. lol If you'd like to see the entire series of pictures I've taken from every angle and close-ups imaginable, you can click on the image to your right. |
| And here's a blurry picture of our Judges. I'm sorry, but I shot the picture from a distance, with a telephoto, that just didn't telephoto correctly. ARGGGGG on that. But you should know, that these guys are a good humored, gracious and insink bunch of fellas that made every second of our journey throughout the day a worthy experience and full of joy. Without a doubt, everyone should come again next year, bringing all their talents and abilities. None will be taken for granted and all will enjoy, I guaranty you that. And for those who are thinking of coming, please make it a reality by getting off your butts and coming out with all you can muster. I traveled from New York City and coming by myself, it wasn't the easiest of journey's. But I'm glad I did, and will do it again for sure. Now let's hear a big round of applause for all who attended. |
To the painters and people who love to draw, like
me, congratulations on the art that was shown. It
showed a creative side to the individual that was
wonderful to see.
I myself entered 3 drawings, so going up against
incredible paintings and the like, wasn't an easy thing to
realize. The work shown was unique and powerful
enough to hold an audiences attention for more than a
glance, I observed and I saw.
Art is purely a subjective matter, I've seen many
forms of art over the years and I've wondered many
times, "This is art?" But to another looking on, there
was joy in their eye, so who am I to say what is valid and
what is not.
One of my drawings came in third place and for that I
am honored and pleased. But again, my main goal, is
that I showed my work along side others who consider
themselves unique and as artists in their own right.
Thanks to all that brought there stuff, I look forward to
doing this all again next year.
me, congratulations on the art that was shown. It
showed a creative side to the individual that was
wonderful to see.
I myself entered 3 drawings, so going up against
incredible paintings and the like, wasn't an easy thing to
realize. The work shown was unique and powerful
enough to hold an audiences attention for more than a
glance, I observed and I saw.
Art is purely a subjective matter, I've seen many
forms of art over the years and I've wondered many
times, "This is art?" But to another looking on, there
was joy in their eye, so who am I to say what is valid and
what is not.
One of my drawings came in third place and for that I
am honored and pleased. But again, my main goal, is
that I showed my work along side others who consider
themselves unique and as artists in their own right.
Thanks to all that brought there stuff, I look forward to
doing this all again next year.
| Now let's take a peak at some of the vendors and their goods who were at the show. |
Living Dead
Rag Dolls.
Rag Dolls.
"Mommy I
want one for
Christmas."
want one for
Christmas."
I almost forgot this wonderful group of
people, who gave out models to the
youngin's and helped them assemble
them. It was a joy to behold.
So ... Future model builders of the world,
know that this is the place to be, so plan
on it next time 'round. It's good to be
part of the plan.
people, who gave out models to the
youngin's and helped them assemble
them. It was a joy to behold.
So ... Future model builders of the world,
know that this is the place to be, so plan
on it next time 'round. It's good to be
part of the plan.
| Now take a peak at some of the superstars that came to autograph our whatever. |
Come on everybody remembers Bowzer. Humm ... Or was that Bozo.
Now her I'll pay for an autograph!!!
Just can't recognize
her without
her Exorcist
make-up on.
her without
her Exorcist
make-up on.
Now here's a cool dude.
Basil Gogas.
One of my favorite painter's of
horror classics.
And I was afraid he wouldn't show.
This time I bought one of his tee shirts,
London After Midnight ... I thing I said
that above. No matter he's worth
saying twice on the same page.
Meeting him ... This was worth the
price of admission.
Basil Gogas.
One of my favorite painter's of
horror classics.
And I was afraid he wouldn't show.
This time I bought one of his tee shirts,
London After Midnight ... I thing I said
that above. No matter he's worth
saying twice on the same page.
Meeting him ... This was worth the
price of admission.
Oh yeah, and I when I say him I said
to myself ... Whose that guy with the
gray make-up on. Then I
remembered I just some zombie
movie on the tele last night. He looks
dead! Tele??? Dead???? Could it
be ... He's
ALIVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
Oh man, has this guy changed or
what. Don't think I'd ever recognize
this fella anywhere make-up or not.
Wait a minute, Wasn't he the waiter
at the wedding the other day, nope,
maybe the bartender, nope, ahhhh,
bookie??? Maybe, in another life. lol
OK< OK< OK so he was the zombie
from Night of the living dead. I shook
his hand and said "Hello" and then
said, "Man you look great for a dead
guy." Then he shooeed me away
when I said I didn't want his
autograph. lol
to myself ... Whose that guy with the
gray make-up on. Then I
remembered I just some zombie
movie on the tele last night. He looks
dead! Tele??? Dead???? Could it
be ... He's
ALIVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
Oh man, has this guy changed or
what. Don't think I'd ever recognize
this fella anywhere make-up or not.
Wait a minute, Wasn't he the waiter
at the wedding the other day, nope,
maybe the bartender, nope, ahhhh,
bookie??? Maybe, in another life. lol
OK< OK< OK so he was the zombie
from Night of the living dead. I shook
his hand and said "Hello" and then
said, "Man you look great for a dead
guy." Then he shooeed me away
when I said I didn't want his
autograph. lol
| Now it's time for all that is left. How'd I do? Enough pictures, not till we show a picture of the main man himself. Why the greatest Cool ghoul of all time. |
| And what is left is the wonderful world of miscellaneous. Like ... |
| Barbara Feldman got smart and got out of the business. |
That's really his girl
friend and she really
can do that with her
tongue. So he said.
Right.
friend and she really
can do that with her
tongue. So he said.
Right.
| Until next year everyone. Happy haunting. Mawwawawawawawaawawawawawawawawaaaaaaaaaaaaaa |
the mad monster maker