Anthony Armstrong

    As a child I was encouraged to make pictures. My Imagery comes from life experiences, from recollections of my past, stories my mother told, religious inspiration and a rich cultural heritage. For better or worse these aspects of my life have become the foundation of my art. The cultural inheritance brings a diverse richness to my art and provides me with a instinctive working process. I then translate these experiences and diversity into visual expression. My interest is not only in conveying to the viewer my personal feelings, but also our common humanity. Over the past two years I have painted with a flurry of excitement. Experimenting in all phases and styles of art. I have endeavored to express through my art, those things in life which represent who I am ... My faith in God .. Pride in my Race ... My Love of beauty. As I continue to grow my art will explore form, shape, color and texture.

Born:
Sandford, Fla. 1953

Education:
Philadelphia, University of the Arts BFA, University District of Columbia

Gallery Affiliation:
Marlboro Fine Art Publishers, October Gallery, Parish Gallery, Janet Fliesher Gallery, Heritage Unlimited Gallery, What's In A Frame, Studio 2001, International Art Gallery, Lucien Crump Art Gallery, Gallery 500,

Selected Exhibits:
Drawing Competition, 1988, CDS Gallery, New York, Solo Exhibition Philadelphia Art Alliance, New York, Department of Treasure, NASA

Awards:
Central PA Festival of the Arts, State College
Juror's Choice Award

Boardwalk Art Show, Virginia Beach, VA
Best of Show

Department of Treasure, U.S. Savings Bond Program
First Place Original Poster Contest

Three Rivers Festival of the Arts,Pittsburgh, PA
Festival Award

Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Best of Show