Irvin Rodriguez
New York
Irvin Rodriguez, Dopplegänger, oil, 20 x 20.
Art Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in illustration from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Studied drawing at the Grand Central Atelier.
Style: Representational, figurative, and realism.
Creative Spark: Living life. Most of the subjects in my work are people who I encounter in my life—people who either befriend me or inspire me in some way. They compel me to create paintings.
Second-Choice Career: Culinary arts. I would have become a chef if I couldn’t draw. I love cooking, probably too much.
Other Passions: Graphic design, illustration, travel, and films.
One Thing People Don’t Know About You: Not much. My life is pretty much an open book. I don’t hide much at all. Life is to be shared with those you care about.
Best Advice Received: From David Kassan: “If you died today, make sure the painting on your easel is the one you want people to remember you by.”
Biggest Fear: Not taking the opportunity to give my dreams a real shot. If things don’t work out, I can live with that. At least I tried my hardest.
Pet Peeve: People who do just about everything in life with minimal effort.
Mantra or Motto: Go big or go home.
Favorite Studio Music: Tracy Chapman, Kendrick Lamar, film soundtracks, and various instrumentals.
Favorite Work by Another Artist: SALOMÉ by Henri Regnault.
Future Goals: To have exhibitions regularly, teach at the university level and at international workshops, publish books, and have a family.
Price Range: $1,500 to $9,000.
Representation: Sirona Fine Art, Hallandale Beach, FL; Grenning Gallery, Sag Harbor, NY.
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- Irvin Rodriguez, Carvajal, oil, 16 x 20.
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- Irvin Rodriguez, Monolith, oil, 40 x 24.
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- Irvin Rodriguez, Untitled No. 2, oil, 20 x 16.
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