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Garry Grant

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About Me

ARTIST GARRY GRANT

A master of the of abstract form, Artist Garry Grant combines natural talent with a traditional technique rarely devised by the new generation of artists. A Master gold leaf gilder, Garry Grant stimulates the art lover with the use of this rare method of abstract expression produced by few other artists. The result is a sensual, yet traditional abstract work of art.

Self taught from a young age, Garry Grant was first influenced by the drawings of his father and brother. However, the true artist blossomed thirteen years ago as a student in Atlanta. At this time, he would discover and become fascinated by the centuries old techniques and traditions of gold leaf gilding and its applications for frames and glass. After ten years of perfecting the technique of gold leaf artistry, specializing in custom frames and meticulous restoration, he developed the skills to master this old technique.

Garry Grant’s paintings are a distinct expression of the abstract form, articulated with deep colors and intriguing shapes, and finally accented with gold leaf materials. Each piece is composed on materials ranging from canvas to glass, and most impressively—wood. Using hand made gesso and clay for paint and building thick textured surfaces, he layers the gold leaf applications one thin piece at a time over the medium of his choice, producing an incredibly detailed painting. He individually crafts each painting, mindful that each piece will never duplicate another, emerging the true beauty of the gold leaf art form. Currently Garry Grant’s masterful gold leaf collections are showcased in the Atlanta area and across the Southeastern United States.

For more information about me and my work please contact me by email click here

My Interests

Good music, reading, social events,art galleries, fine restaurants and travel.

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Follow Artists of all categories.....we all have a purpose in this world.

Music:

I love jazz, acid jazz, neo soul, old school hip hop and underground alternative music...but here is a small list of my favorites musicians: Najee, Gato Barbieri, Stanley Clarke, Paul Hardcastle, Jazzanova, Kem, Luther Vandross, Marvin Gaye, Ronnie Laws, Hubert Laws, Thievery Corporation, Rhian Benson, Anita Baker, Dj Cam, Prince, Cameo, Whodini, Krs-one, Kanye West, Busta Rymes, Ice T, NWA,.........to many to name!!!!

Heroes:

All the wonderful artist from the past, present, future thats given me the torch to continue creating art....Aaron Douglass, Charles White, Norman Lewis, Sam Gilliam, Al Loving, Romare Bearden, Samella Lewis, Elizabeth Catlett, Kevin Cole, Larry Walker, Cedric Smith, Charly Palmer, Jacob Lawerence,John Biggers, Lois Mailou Jones, Frank Bowling, Benny Andrews, David Driskell, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Robert Duncanson and many many more!

My Blog

Junor Gallery Fine Art Grand Opening Thursday, August 30th from 6-9pm. Check out the show!

Dear Friends,Please join us as we celebrate our Grand Opening Show Thursday, August 30 2007 from 6pm-9pm!!! Come see brand new works of art from me and several new artists that are now part of our ros...
Posted by Garry Grant on Thu, 12 Jul 2007 05:03:00 PST

Junor Gallery Fine Art Opening with Decatur Arts Festival May 25th-27th!!!

Hello everyone,Well finally we are just about ready to open the gallery!! We will open this month just in time for the Decatur Arts Festival!!! YES and Whew! This has been the most challenging I've ev...
Posted by Garry Grant on Fri, 04 May 2007 08:29:00 PST

Junor Gallery Update.....we are open for business!!!

Dear Friends,Just want to share some good news about the gallery....we are finally getting things together now all the inspections are now complete and finally receive our business license!!! OH YEA!...
Posted by Garry Grant on Mon, 02 Apr 2007 07:24:00 PST

FINALLY MOVING IN!!!! JUNOR GALLERY COMING SPRING 2007!!!!

Dear Friends,I'm finally please to say at this point we are finally moving in!! I can't tell you how much of a pain getting to this point, but it's finally here! I spoke with many business and gallery...
Posted by Garry Grant on Tue, 27 Feb 2007 07:00:00 PST

Junor Gallery Grand Opening Spring 2007!

Junor Gallery coming soon! Before pictures of the Junor Gallery: View of stairway entrance leading up to the main gallery showroom. View of the main showrooms. This will be the showcase of all my...
Posted by Garry Grant on Sun, 12 Nov 2006 07:58:00 PST