My painting of our model Ryessa, from our figure drawing session, Thursday, March 19th.
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| Ryessa, watercolor, 13 x 10 inches |
20 Minute initial quick sketch.
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| Ryessa, watercolor, 10 x 6.5 inches |
Monday, March 23, 2026
Figure Drawing Session "Ryessa"
20 Minute initial quick sketch.
The mediums I have worked with are watercolor, graphite, ink and oil. Currently most of my finished paintings are watercolors.
I have studied Fine Art at Syracuse University, Rutgers University (BA), Montclair University, but I learned so much from studying with Harvey Dinnerstein, Sharon Sprung, Costa Vavagiakis and Michael Burban at the Art Students League in NYC.
For information and pricing for my work email me at: spdamato@gmail.com
Monday, March 2, 2026
New work and opening reception
Slice Of Life 2026 exhibit
"My Regular Ride"
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| "My Regular Ride", 8 x 8 inches, watercolor, ink and graphite, 2026 |
This drawing is my entry in this year's, Slice Of Life exhibit. Riding my bike regularly is my main source of exercise and I really enjoy it. I especially like going out to ride the various bike trails in New Jersey, when I can. This winter being unusually cold and with some significant snow, has gotten me to change my routine a bit. I've switched to riding indoors, on my spin bike, until the weather gets a little warmer. I am looking forward to riding my old Trek 6000 bike again soon. I've made some more comfortable changes to it over the years. It is now also more efficient for the type of riding I like doing.
*** The opening reception is Sunday, March 8th, from 1- 3pm. ***
The exhibit is on display now until April 4th. There are usually quite a number of entries in the show. This is my fourth year participating. Each piece is created by an artist with the Slice Of Life theme in mind. The artist can use any medium they choose, provided it is created with a piece of mat board, that measures 8 x 8 inches. All sales are to be handled through The Artist Framer.
The Artist Framer
116 North Avenue West, Cranford, NJ 07016
Opened Monday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm
From a recent figure drawing session.
A small 20 minute block in sketch for the composition and lighting. Graphite and watercolor.
"Brian." 10 x 14 inches. A longer pose with watercolor and graphite.
Stephen D’Amato, 908.377.9677, spdamato@gmail.com
The mediums I have worked with are watercolor, graphite, ink and oil. Currently most of my finished paintings are watercolors.
I have studied Fine Art at Syracuse University, Rutgers University (BA), Montclair University, but I learned so much from studying with Harvey Dinnerstein, Sharon Sprung, Costa Vavagiakis and Michael Burban at the Art Students League in NYC.
For information and pricing for my work email me at: spdamato@gmail.com
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