Tony Griffin - The Portrait Impulse

Thursday, July 6, 2023

6:00 - 7:00 pm 

$8 GA/ Free for Museum members

Join us for a unique artist interview. Renowned portrait artist Tony Griffin  will give an overview of his practice and development as an artist all while  drawing a living model! One part interview, one part art demo, all fun this will be an engaging time for artists and art appreciators alike.

Tony will be exhibiting a new collection of his work at the Art Cellar in Banner Elk from Wednesday, July 19 - Saturday, August 5

Open House: Saturday, July 22, 4-6pm

About The Artist

Tony Griffin is a classically trained painter who lives and works in North Carolina. Griffin’s work has evolved from a deep-rooted understanding and appreciation of academic approaches to a more personal and direct interpretation of his experiences and surroundings. He is a perceptual painter; his work is based on observation and response. While Griffin remains faithful to the principles and ideals of his classical training, his work has developed into a looser, more confident voice – a testament not only to his skill, but to his personal vision. Visit his website: www.tonygriffinfineart.com

For more information about Tony Griffin watch an interview our programs and outreach director conducted with Tony in 2020, Tony Griffin: Drawing from Life