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Artist Tom Sierak/American Realism in Pastels
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Biographical Page, American Realism In Pastels American Realism In Pastels... • About the Artist • Tom Sierak Painting tomorrow’s memories today”... that’s how Tom Sierak likes to describe his paintings. He says, “People often talk about the good ol’ days, and how nice it would be to return to them. I think the times we are living now are good ol’days...of tomorrow. Places and things may change around us, but the bond that exists between children, parents, and grandparents never does. I try to convey a message of warmth and emotion, and hope these late 20th century portraits of American life some day become the viewer’s window to the past.” The New Englander’s medium of choice is pastels. He feels that they’re just starting to receive widespread recognition. Tom says, “I favor pastels because I’m able to draw and color simultaneously, and I love to draw. It’s a great combination for me.” Pastels are made from the same pigments used for oil paints. A binding agent is added to create a chalk-like stick, which is applied to a textured surface, usually paper. Available in many vibrant colors, pastels maintain their just-painted look indefinitely, unlike oils, which can crack and darken over time. “It’s an unfamiliar medium to many people, and I’d like to do my part to help change that,” says Sierak. A Graduate of the Vesper George School in Boston, Tom has been the featured cover story in The Artist’s Magazine . His paintings have appeared on numerous covers of Reminisce magazine, a national publication with a nostalgic theme, and in Ideals magazine, which features art and poetry. In addition to limited edition and open edition prints , his work has also been published on greeting cards, puzzles, and collector plates worldwide, and a new hardbound gift book entitled, “Giving Love A Memory” , featuring over 20 of his paintings, is now available in bookstores everywhere, including websites, Amazon.com & Barnes & Noble . For Information, Or To Place An Order, Call: 800-787- Us. Major Credit Cards Accepted