zoey stevens

Hi-Tech

2011-06-06T19:12:00.000-07:00

Working on some new art. The cell phone "barcode" images are a big inspiration these days.

SHAG Store

2010-05-09T16:17:00.000-07:00

Short video walk through the SHAG Store in Palm Springs, California, May 8th, 2010, just moments before the Grand opening.

Alice in Wunderland "Out of the Shadows" Zoey Stevens

2010-03-15T19:33:00.000-07:00

The show is open at M Modern Gallery in Palm Springs, California until April 18th, 2010. Contact the gallery for more info. http://www.mmodern.com/

The following 12 images are my visual interpretation of the book Alice in Wonderland. Kit Pistol was a total sweet heart and agreed to play "Alice" for me. My usual suspects also posed for all of the other key characters. A big thanks to Billy, Pintina, Wez, Madi, and Phoebe. Also a big thanks to Pat Rogers. Be sure to click on the images for a better look. Enjoy!!

Down the Rabbit Hole – (Chapter 1) 40” x 30” Acrylic on canvas. $2400

The Pool of Tears – (Chapter 2) 20” x 30” Acrylic on canvas. $1200

I’m Late Introducing the Rabbit – (Chapter 4) 24” x 36” Acrylic on canvas. $1600

Advice from a Caterpillar – (Chapter 5) 16” x 20” Acrylic on canvas, framed. $800

The Duchess and the Infant Pig & Pepper – (Chapter 6) 24” x 36” Acrylic on canvas. $1600

The Cheshire Puss – (Chapter 6) 40” x 30” Acrylic on canvas. $2400

The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party – (Chapter 7) 48” x 30” Acrylic on canvas. $2800

Croquet at the Queen’s Courtyard – (Chapter 8) 22” x 33” Acrylic on panel, framed. $1700

The Mock Turtle’s Story The Turtle and the Gryphon – (Chapter 9) 18 ½” x 36” each, on shattered panel. $666/each

The Lobster Quadrille – (Chapter 10) 24” x 36” Acrylic on canvas. $1600

Who Stole the Tarts The Queen of Hearts – (Chapter 11) 25” x 36” Acrylic on panel, framed. $2000

Giclee on gloss paper.

A.P. of 6:

3 framed (1-3), $ 210.

3 unframed (4-6). $150

Eat me, Drink me and A Golden Key The Jabberwocky – (Through the Looking Glass) 24” x 30” Acrylic on canvas. $1400

Russ Meyer tribute show

2010-03-14T01:14:00.001-08:00

Alice in Wunderland "Out of the Shadows"

2010-02-15T19:25:00.000-08:00

My upcoming show is my interpretation of the classic tale. I had friend, Kit Pistol, pose as Alice.

March 12 2010 at M Modern Gallery www.mmodern.com
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm

2500 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs California 92262
(760) 416-3611

Dr. Sketchy's Los Angeles

2009-06-27T10:12:00.000-07:00

Dr. Sketchy's

Good times at Medusa Lounge in Los Angeles. Check out: Dr. Sketchy's for upcoming events. I had a great time.

Russ Meyer Tribute art show

2009-06-20T14:47:00.001-07:00

Fashion show with the whole "gang"

2009-06-20T14:41:00.000-07:00

Wife, Jennifer did make up, I painted, and the son modeled.

on the News CBS 8 San Diego

2009-05-12T15:09:00.001-07:00

So, I was on the news this morning, promoting the JDRF Gala in San Diego, this Saturday May 16 for more info visit the www.jdrfsd.org Here is a link to the interview Click it

Alice in Wunderland

2009-05-11T17:51:00.000-07:00

Kit as Alice

I have been working on a new series of paintings, themed after the story "Alice in Wonderland". The idea hit me in November of 2008, while visiting a friend who shared his copy of Salvador Dali illustrated version of Alice in Wonderland. I read the story again, and loved it. However, Dali had done these crazy images to go along with the story. In any event, this will be the first time I have decided to share the "process" of how I work. I am using all female models for all of the characters in the story. I am using my usual cast of favorites, to include, my wife Jennifer, Madaline, Phoebe, Sable, and Tara. When it came to Alice, I was stumped. I finally got her. A friend, Kit Pistol of TV show "Project Runway" is it. Last week sometime, my all time fave photographer Pat Rogers shot the reference images I needed to finish up the series. The show will debut at the Brett Wesley Gallery in Las Vegas some time late this year or early 2010. Can't wait to share the finished goods!!

Pat Rogers and Kit

Zoey art now available for purchase

2009-04-08T18:09:00.001-07:00

Model wearing a piece I did for the Fredericks of Hollywood Charity fundraiser. The piece was done for Actress/Singer Barbra Streisand.

You can also purchase my art now online. There currently is a limited amount of images for sale, but I will be updating them often, so check back often. To see what is available and make a purchase visit my store.

JDRF OC Gala Saint Regis, Monarch Beach

2009-03-27T01:00:00.000-07:00

Saturday March 21, I did the live auction at the Saint Regis, for the Orange County Chapter of the JDRF. My portraits auctioned for $ 10,000.00

JDRF Seattle, with Jay Leno

2009-03-06T11:43:00.001-08:00

I did a portrait of Jay Leno for the JDRF Gala in Seattle this weekend, March 7, 2009. Jay Leno will be performing at the event and then autograph the piece for auction. The painting auctioned for $8,000.00 For more info visit the JDRF Seattle chapeter

Change is now in 944

2009-01-21T21:08:00.000-08:00

You can see all the goods at Change is Now! and also visit the 944 Magazine slideshow

The Panelists

2009-01-21T20:58:00.001-08:00

March 6, 7 and 8th at the Pravus Gallery! Stay tuned kids! (click on the above image for a larger view of the small print) I will post my pieces after the opening night. If you are in the area, be sure to stop by! Here is a show blog as well for the Panelists
http://www.hifructose.com/index.php?option=com_jcalpro&Itemid=81&extmode=view&extid=359

My pieces

Change is Now!

2009-01-08T20:50:00.000-08:00

1/17/09 “Change is NOW!” A live collaboration Inspired by Barack Obama

“Change is NOW!” Exhibit

The Light Gallery

440 E. 17th st. Costa Mesa, ca 92627
Exhibit opening reception Sat January 17th, 2009

Opening reception with the Artists Jan 17th 7pm-11pm

Gallery Hours Tues-Sat Noon-7pm or by appointment

“Change is NOW!” (www.thelightgalleries.com) and the local artist community announced an art exhibit today, calling for submissions of visual artwork from artists across the nation. The exhibit calls for works that use positive messaging to relay the optimism and importance of immediate change in our world for 2009. The Light Gallery will be accepting submissions from Monday, January 5th through 5 p.m. on January 17th.

A collective group of Artists wil be collaborating live on a mural, inspired by the “Change” Barack Obama has initiated. Artist Zoey Stevens has helped curate the exhibit, featuring work from Dereck Cruz, Frank Ippolito, Robert Andrian, Ryan Boyle, Robert Holton, Heather Ritts and many more. Gallery Director Steven Borts hopes the exhibit will serve as a reminder to participants, their power to effect positive change. Artist Robert Andrian says, “the momentum of our good intentions combined with our creative talents will set into motion, the change our community wishes to effect.”

Founded in 2007 by Artist Steven Borts, The Light Gallery was formed as an outlet of expression for artists of all mediums. The Light Gallery showcases a wide variety of contemporary Art work that is forward thinking, and unafraid of risk in order to break new ground. In its’ first year of existence, The Light Gallery has quickly established itself as the West Coast’s premier venue for Underground and Outsider Art. The gallery features monthly group exhibitions as well as weekly live music and DJ events.

Admission is free and this event is open to the public.

Opening reception will be Sat January 17th, from 7-11 pm.

Live entertainment provided by Marcus Parrish and The Love Bomb, guest DJ’s and free refreshments provided by Steaz organic drinks. In addition to the public art gallery, “Change is NOW!” will host a closing celebration & inauguration party on the evening of Tuesday, January 20th, 2009, from 6-10 p.m.

Media Contact: Steven Borts

Director- The Light Gallery

714-642-7899 thelightgallery@gmail.com

Hurricane Ike Relief event at The Kress

2008-12-18T10:19:00.000-08:00

On the night of December 16, 2008 we all got together to raise some money for the Salvation Army to help victims of hurricane Ike. The Kress, in Hollywood California hosted the party on the rooftop. Brady Mazola, of Watering Seeds, organized the effort in cooperation with Master disaster relief.
I painted live and auctioned the finished piece which raised some much needed funds. Live performances by DJ ADM.ONE, U-N-I, Ronan Gray, Phantom Communique, DJ Loczi and many more, ROCKED the Third floor! Charity Jewels World set up shop on the rooftop. And everyone was sippin' on the Presidents Taquila, except me and Damon, we don't drink.

La Luz de Jesus & Bob Baker Marionette Theater

2008-12-10T18:54:00.000-08:00

Hey Gang, This piece titled "Maggots and Spandex" framed, acrylic on canvas 16" x 20" is on display at La Luz De Jesus on Saturday December 13th from 10 am to 8 pm. The art auction is going to help benefit Bob Baker Marionette Theater. Lots of other great artists are involved, so be sure to check it out.

KEEN Los Angeles Benefit

2008-11-18T09:22:00.000-08:00

On the smokey evening of November 15, 2008, a crowd of beautiful and generous folks gathered on the roof top of TenTen Wilshire to help raise awareness and funds for KEEN Los Angeles. Slade Smiley was the Master of ceremonies. Due to the fires that day, Los Angeles Deputy Mayor, Miriam Long was unable to attend, as planned. April Holme, US Paralympian gave a touching speech. Executive Director of KEEN USA, Linda Platt, presented Steve Velkei, LA Board President, and all around good guy with a thank you gift. I did a live painting, which was auctioned. The whole night would not have been possible without the support of Steve Velkei, Lucy Mardonovich and Jhamal Robinson. And many thanks to the events sponsors, Sonnenschein, TenTen Wilshire, Keen CFOs and St. Jude Medical. To get involved with KEEN as a volunteer, call 213-892-3295, or e mail info@keenlosangeles.org. Photos by Pat Rogers

JDRF Walk Dodger Stadium Los Angeles

2008-11-01T17:09:00.000-07:00

We had a great time this morning at Dodger Stadium. We made art with all the kids at our booth. Dereck Cruz of RADAR and I did a soft intro of Type One Clothing. Jet Stream ROCKED the stage! Nick Jonas got the walk started after a well delivered thank you to everyone. Curt Smith and band did a set that brought me back to the good ole days. Suzanne Rico and Josh Rubenstein from KCBS kept everyone in the know.

Type One

2008-10-15T09:14:00.001-07:00

Most of my friends know I have Type One diabetes. I was introduced to a great web site for diabetics http://tudiabetes.com/profile/ZoeyStevens If you know anyone who has diabetes or is a close friend or family member to a diabetic, please turn them on to this site. All the JDRF walks are coming up, so visit www.JDRF.org to learn more and get involved.

Proposition "H8"

2008-10-11T14:59:00.000-07:00

It is actually Proposition 8. an initiative measure on the 2008 California General Election ballot titled Eliminates Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry. But after reading a little about it "Hate" is the core value behind it. I also found a website that has more "donate now", support and merchandise links than any information on the proposition. Typical. The tagline reads "Protect marriage". What a f#@*ing joke. The other thing it said was "Restoring marriage and protecting California children". Reading this made me sick. Fear is what drives these people. I have been married for 20 years, I have two children, 19 and 14. I have never fealt that my marriage was threatened by a same sex couple or the fact that they could be married. I know my children have never been in danger or have required protection from a same sex marriage. In fact my wife and I have several friends who are same sex couples. We have felt more comfortable leaving our children in their company rather than our own family members. Okay, lets get to the marriage is a sacred union and needs to be protected and restored. If that is the case, why are so many opposite sex marriages a failure. There are millions of divorced opposite sex marriages every year. These opposite sex couples make a promise to another human being, in the presence of God almighty as well as other witnesses, to stay with one another until death. Until death. I can't imagine this is caused by the fact that same sex marriage is an option? This thing makes no sense to me other than some people are very fearful. If they want to restore or protect marriage, then they should change the Califonia Constitution to make it illegal to get a divorce. You would be prosocuted as a criminal and serve jail time if you broke your promise to another person of the opposite sex. Right? Protect our children? I really don't have much of a point other than all of Gods children deserve the same rights. If two people, two human beings LOVE eachother, and want to promise that they will stay with that person for the rest of their life, then they should have that opportunity. Proposition 8 was created by fear. Hate is the result of Fear. Hate hurts people, it doesn't protect anything. I know how I am voting. So does my opposite sex wife of 20 years.

The "Scoop"

2008-10-10T09:41:00.000-07:00

I have been a busy boy these past few weeks. I got a write up in the Orange County Register, http://www.ocregister.com/articles/paint-artist-people-2178785-music-made.

Going Green? or $Green$

2008-09-24T12:57:00.000-07:00

I always wonder the true motives of peoples or organizations intentions. Now that the world seems to be suddenly concerned with the "environment", I am having a hard time taking companies advertisements seriously. I recently did an art event in cooperation with the OC Green Guide. I displayed the three pieces that address my thoughts on the whole ordeal. They hang in the order that they are displayed here as well. They are all painted on a renewable resource, wood. As always, ENJOY!

Pink Art Auction

2008-09-22T09:46:00.000-07:00

On October 4th, Dick Blick Art Materials in Las Vegas, Nevada, will be hosting a silent art auction with all the proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The piece I donated is currently on display at the store. For more information, contact Cassandra Hagan at (702) 683-1509. They also have a MySpace www.myspace.com/blicklasvegas

New Art 2008 at Hotel des Arts

2008-09-22T09:26:00.000-07:00

What a fantastic show! Hotel des Arts in San Francisco, California played home to the Start SOMA Art 2008 show. The list of participating artists was huge! Shepard Fairey put up a giant "progress" piece up on the exterior of the hotel. While in town I got to visit with amazing friends and make new ones as well.

"George Bush doesn't care about black people."

2008-09-12T11:01:00.001-07:00

I read the story about Kanye West in the Boston Globe. It always makes me laugh to read such stories. His patience and tolerance must have run out for the day, or someone was in his face, uninvited. I had the opportunity to paint Mr. West during the MTV VMA weekend in Las Vegas in 2007. He performed at the Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel. I painted live off to the side. Rolling Stone Magazine also celebrated its 40th year. It was quite a night. He put on an amazing show. I lose my cool from time to time, I'm human. Mr. West is a human as well. The painting I did of him is a visual of a popular term "Blowin' Up". If I behaved the way the papparazi did to any other person, I'm sure they would react the same way. Wouldn't you?

7 years later

2008-09-11T15:44:00.000-07:00

I painted this jewel right after the World Trade Center got hit. I finished the piece on September 13, 2001. All in all, 7 years later, my message is the same, let us never forget. It still breaks my heart. When you are in a bad mood, or worked up because gas is expensive, or feeling sorry for yourself, just remember you are still alive and can change your situation. You probably have friends and family that love you and care about you. When I say, let us never forget, I don't entirely mean about what happened on September 11th 2001, but, just in general, don't forget about all the beautiful things in your life.

Liberty's tears

Last Man standing

2008-09-07T18:36:00.000-07:00

I was honored to have had the opportunity to have painted the portrait of Frank Woodruff Buckles, the last living U.S. Veteran of World War One. I was at the Capitol in Washington to meet him and present him with his portrait.

Cancer sucks

2008-09-07T11:29:00.000-07:00

I painted a portrait of Mike Peters of the Alarm. Hoping to auction the piece or sell limited edition prints to help benefit a few cancer organizations. Like, Love, Hope, Strength Foundation and Kids Konnected.

Rock Against Diabetes, Las Vegas

2008-09-05T11:11:00.000-07:00

This was an amazing show! Rock Against Diabetes at ROX in Las Vegas. I painted a few characters during the two nights of back to back bands. The event was brought to you in part by Dirt Bag. "good" photos by Jeff Findley

Hello, my name is Doctor Green Thread

2008-09-04T21:56:00.000-07:00

Hey kids, we did a crazy fashion show for the OC Green Guide. I painted on a garment made by Designer, Kit Pistol. My son modeled a jacket that I painted as well. Money raised went to support the Orange County Coastkeeper.

Audrey Kitching

2008-09-04T10:16:00.000-07:00

I met Audrey Kitching not too long ago at The Beauty Bar in Hollywood, California. Interesting. So, I painted her portrait.

My Polititcal position

2008-09-04T10:08:00.000-07:00

My daughter is old enough to vote this year. She is excited that the first presidential election she will be able to participate in has been so full of historic moments. When I heard the latest, "Less government, Less taxes..." I was compelled to paint. As always I only hope to provoke thought, this piece can go either way. However, when partnered with the popular piece by Shepard Fairey, the message, in general, is a little more obvious. Enjoy, your artist friend, zoey.

Rock the Cure

2008-09-03T13:35:00.000-07:00

I painted Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at the Rock the Cure event in La Jolla California. Money raised at the show goes to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. www.jdrf.org