Paul Chatem & Maxwell @ Shooting Gallery (7/11/09)

[thecreep]

This weekend at the Shooting Gallery in SF is "Until the Whistle Blows" a duo show of new works from Paul Chatem and Mike Maxwell.

Not sure why I haven't seen more talk about the work of Paul Chatem. Not only is he very talented, but his style is progressing in such a nice direction. He has a unique and distinctive style, the work from each show is almost like a story, its hard not to want to buy multiple pieces as they all tie in together.

Here is a sample from both artists.

[richardtharbaugh]

I'll echo your sentiments about Paul Chatem. That ship piece is INSANE. I don't even want to look at the price tag, because I don't want to get tempted by anything else this summer.

[ziggy1]

The prices on the Chatem pieces are extremely reasonable. I bought a piece from his last show at Shooting Gallery. They are even better in person.

[virtu]

I keep going back and browsing this show.
Really incredible body of work from Chatem.
Loved his work for a few years now, a major talent.
Collect his work while you can.

Rusty & Ruined and Your Time is Running Out are my favorites.
www.shootinggallerysf.com/gallery.php?artist_id=current#

[thecreep]

I took a whole mess of photos of the show, and even made a little video showing how the Paul Chatem pieces work. Here is the photos: www.creepmachine.com/events/photos-paul-chatem-mike-maxwell-shooting-gallery.html

And the video, short but gives an idea of how the paintings work:


Someone also made a video of the paintings, way better than mine. I'm sure they had a real video camera too. Need to save up and get one of those.

[virtu]

OH MY GOD!!!

Some actually move! the work that must have gone into them is mind blowing!

Soooo beautiful. (love the vintage feel)

Thanks Josh.