Exhibitions:

DRAMA: PAINTINGS BY DANIEL PETROV
Oct. 22 - Nov. 14, 2009
Reception: Oct. 28, 2009, 6 - 7:30pm
Players Theatre, 838 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, T: 941.365.2494, www.theplayers.org

In my art I search for, and occasional find, beauty. I find it surprisingly often, considering my subject matter. I paint the human figure and, by extension, humanity, in all its contradictions. I either tell the truth, as I see it, or shamelessly indulge my fantasies, but with equal honesty. No matter whom I depict, in the end my work is always about myself. My brushstrokes and colors are a direct visualization of my soul.
On display here is not just a body of work. It is also a body of evidence – evidence of my unique existence, my unique temperament. To me, art is an emotional release, an outlet for my noblest and basest passions. It is a health-giving and peace-giving pursuit. Thankfully, it’s perfectly legal. Everything is permitted. Still, there are certain restraints I impose on myself. But even the secrets I deliberately withhold have a way of manifesting themselves. Unconsciously, they sneak onto the canvas. I delight in this dichotomy between control and oblivion. Freedom should never go to waste.

SHOW US WHAT YOU'VE GOT
through Nov. 6, 2009
Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, T: 941.365.2032, www.artsarasota.org


Classes:

EMOTIONAL FIGURE PAINTING
Instructor: Daniel Petrov
This hands-on course is all about your emotions. After shaking off any pre-existing fears you will learn how to paint the human figure with economy and sensitivity. Working from a model and from your imagination, you will sharpen your observation skills and enliven your paintings with strong, vibrant colors and that “extra edge”. You will be inspired to look deep within, visualize your emotions, and commit your own unique personality to canvas. This class is oriented to the individual and all levels are welcome.
Oct 21 - Dec 2, 2009 (no session on Nov 25), Wednesdays, 1 - 4pm
March 4 - April 8, 2010, Thursdays, 2 - 5pm
Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, T: 941.365.2032, www.artsarasota.org


Artist Residencies:

HISTORIC TIN SHOP GUEST ARTIST PROGRAM
View photos from Daniel's recent artist residency in Breckenridge, Colorado

I-PARK ARTISTS' ENCLAVE
View photos from Daniel's artist residency in East Haddam, Connecticut