Hey everyone,

I know I've been slow on providing updates here and there...and I do apologize. But things have been a bit busy here and there. But with that:

I will be participating in this year's GLAAD OutAuction. This year is GLAAD's 10th year hosting this gala event. And I will say that it is an honor that I submitted my painting The Solution, which GLAAD happily accepted.

This event occurs this coming Sunday, November 20th. And looking at the guests and host committee, it looks like a lot of fun! Here is the link with all the information:

GLAAD OutAuction

OutAuction Facebook Invite

To add along with that, check out my Blog updates! Some recent additions to the link. And..new painting almost dine. Will be posted on the website soon.

Cheers.

- Dan

Hello friends.

This evening, in Cadaques, Spain, I have a set of 4 prints on display at the 31st Miniprint International in Cadaques, Spain. These 4 prints (also on the site) are Glowing Heart , Third Eye , Blind Senses , and Seeing With Clarity .

This exhibition includes hundreds (and hundreds) of artist around the globe. The opening reception starts at 6 pm (which is around now, this time). And will be on display in Cadaques from June 25 all the way through September.

With that, the exhibition will also visit Wingfield in the UK, Girona, Spain, and Bages, France!

Here is the link with all the details of the show:

31st Miniprint International, Spain


To go with this, some new prints uploaded into the screenprints portfolio coming. Gaga-Donna is already there. Another one to post soon: All You Need Is Love . And more.


Stay tuned.


Dan

Hello all. A news update on a print I just created for the Japan Tsnuami Relief.

Just posted this print in the "screenprints" section. Called "Japan - Always In Our Hearts". This print is an edition of 20. One print is handed off for the Japan Tsnuami Relief Benefit show at Sacred Gallery on Thursday, May 5th, 2011. The rest are on sale here. Proceeds will be sent over to Red Cross and/or Doctors Without Borders for the Japan Tsunami relief.

And if you are around the NYC area this, visit Sacred Gallery this Thursday, May 5th for one night. From 8-10 pm. Over 100 artists involved. All pieces for $200 or less. Located at 424 Broadway, on the corner of Broadway and Canal.

Be part of the cause!

So...today is the first day (or two) of April. That means Spring should be blooming around soon, which we are not getting in New York at this moment. Thanks Punxsutawney Phil for that prediction.

And it means that I should become more active on providing updates...new works, etc. So all of that is coming, starting now.

New screenprints uploaded to the site. Two brightful prints. Both inspired from my latest trip to Australia. More like this to come.

Keep an eye on a set of prints as well to be loaded on the website. Part of a juried competition I submitted in Spain. Awaiting to hear if I get in..but that won't be for another two months.

Also in the works: possibly print donation to a benefit show. When everything is set, I will send information when and where to be part of a good cause.


More blog updates...possible facebook updates to come.

And for the record, while listening to the new Foo Fighters album...must buy. It's rockin'!

So I realized I haven't made any updates in a really, really long time on this website. And through it all...a lot has happened. Not much art wise, but many other things.

First off, the holidays were wonderful, catching up with family out in Minnesota, and the New Year is starting off great.

Second, I am about to return to New York from Melbourne, Australia. I spent roughly two weeks with my girlfriend here, and I've had such a wonderful time together that it feels weird leaving here.

And finally, art things. I last left off with two projects that I was due to be part of. And both projects fell through. The fresh new print for the exchange with Wheat Farm Press in New Hampshire was finished before the Christmas month. And 11 people turned out happy with the print I contributed.

And the sketchbook for the Sketchbook Project 2011 was handed over just in time before the deadline. Mine, as well as over 28,000 artists from 94 countries will be showing their creative books to the public. Mine is based on "Help!" with the concept of American Society. The kick-off started already in Brooklyn, but be sure to check out all the other US dates posted here:

Sketchbook Project 2011 Tour

Found a lot of influences along the way here in Australia. Sure to bring some of it back in New York when I land with hopefully bigger things to come with my art.

Cheers.


Dan

It's been ages since I've posted a new update. And over the past couple of months, I've been giving myself a bit of a break from art. But now that I have enjoyed the fall weather here in New York, as well as stuff my stomach full of Thanksgiving goodness, I am back at creating art.

First: I got involved in a print exchange project with a press company in New Hamsphire. For the first time, Wheat Farm Press is allowing printmakers a chance to be involved with an international print exchange. I volunteered to donate an edition. And with that came to the result of the "Mind Searching". This edition of 11 will go to 11 other lucky artists, as I wait for my edition of 11 in return. I hope the response of this project is great. And look forward to my own little collection of prints.

Second: The Sketchbook Project. This one will keep my hands and mind busy as I need to fill out 80 pages of art by next month. And this is going to be HUGE! Thousands of artists involved, a multi-city tour across America, multiple themes, and I chose one that I thought would fit my interests. I really got to start cranking the wheels here in my mind. And hope I create a sketchbook that draws attention. More details of this project can be seen here:

http://www.arthousecoop.com/projects/sketchbookproject


Cheers, and Happy December!

So to add along with the 1Op Collective group show, I will also be part of a charity art show in Newark around the same week/weekend. Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of this event, the Wall to Wall benefit show will feature two prints by myself, as well as fellow 1Op Collective artist Lauren Smith and Beth Lungaro.

This show will be part of the Newark Open Doors 2010 festivities, which is happening this weekend. All donations for attending this show will go to cWOW's youth education programs. And to go along with this, the gallery is honoring artist Chakaia Booker, Donald M. Payne Jr., and Mary Puryear.

The event reception is on September 25, from 6-9 pm. Charity tickets can be purchased for $50 (to be a guest, no artwork included), or $200 to be included in the art raffle during the event. The link on details can be looked at here:

Wall to Wall Benefit

If you're around the Newark area for this, as well as the 1Op Collective group show, this show is going for a good cause: for the kids learning art. Help this gallery out.

-Dan

Some of may, or may not, know of an art group I am part of called 1Op Collective. If you have checked my friends link, you will see this group posted on the site. We're a group of young artists trying to make a good name for ourselves with the art community around the NY/NJ area.

For the first time, we're showing off our artistic skills to the public. As part of the 33 Expo in Newark, New Jersey, 1Op Collective, as well as hundreds of other artists, will be on display the 3rd floor at 33 Washington Street. I will have 4 of my prints on display, sharing a wall with Nick Colbert. Also on display will be the fellow 1Op leaders Lauren Smith and Nicole Helen Brunner, and fellow members Beth Lungaro, Michael Sullivan , Harry J Good, Jason Zabriske, and many more.

The opening reception will be on September 23 at 33 Washington Street, 3rd Floor, from 7 pm until we stop the party music. Another reception will also be held on September 26 from 12-6 pm. If you are close by the Newark or New Jersey area, definitely come by and check this show out.

Facebook info on the event can be seen here:

1Op Collective e-vite

- Dan

Just finished a 3rd print to go along my series based on the BP oil incident. Called Hayward's Dirty Way Out. So far, I have received some nice comments from the studio. Hope you enjoy the new print as well. Edition of 24 (12 white and 12 green).

To find photos of the process, check out the blog:

Dan's Notes

Hey folks,

First off, those who came to the Sacred Gallery "Protest vs. Propaganda" group opening reception: a much, much thank you from the bottom of my heart for attending the reception. It means a lot for those who visited the gallery and viewed my works, as well as the other artists. It was an absolute blast. And I have to thank again Sacred Gallery for letting me be part of this show.

Second, More updates in regards to shows this month will be coming soon. Both will be in the Newark, NJ area. When I have the time and have everything in order, I will post the details here on both shows. So everyone in the NJ area, keep your eyes peeled on this one.

Otherwise, check out the blog for any random & new posts (maybe photos from the reception...hmmm??)

- Dan

So over the past few weeks, I've been working on a few new prints that were based on the BP oil spill. Just so happens that they will be on display in NYC next week.

On September 4, 2010, Sacred Gallery will have this political exhibition, featuring my two latest BP prints. With much thanks for the gallery to let me be part of this show, the reception on the 4th should be a blast. The gallery is located at an awesome spot (on Broadway off Canal), and also runs as a tattoo parlor. As an added bonus, Shepard Fairey will also have his works on display (which I'm EXTREMELY STOKED about). Also showing will be Aidan Hughes, Max Gundy, Adam Hays, Nik Moore and Wendy Cross.

Reception on the 4th is from 7-11:30 pm. To find out more info on the show, you can see the details either on their:

main site - Sacred Gallery

or facebook - Facebook e-vite

If you're around the NYC area, hope to see you there!

For any of the folks hanging around the California area, I was selected to be part of a group exhibtion @ TAG Gallery over in Santa, Monica, California.

The show runs from August 17-September 3, with the art reception happening August 21 from 5-8 pm.

I am extremely happy (and grateful) to be selected and part of this group show. It's at a great location being next door to Los Angeles. And the folks @ TAG Gallery are a really nice bunch of people. They're excited of this show as much as I am.

For more information on this show, here's the link to the gallery:

TAG Gallery

Hey folks.

Figure this would be fitting to put the first news post on the new website at midnight here. So: Welcome!

I've had my domain website for quite a batch of years. And from that, I thought that danalvarado.com could use a facelift. And with that, and some help, here's the new danalvarado.com.

Check out my portfolio of paintings and prints. There will be constant updates on new works, news, etc., and possibly some fun outside links to check out.

Feel free to provide feedback on artwork and the new danalvarado.com site.


Much thanks!


- Dan