Largest Gathering of World-Renown Artists Ever to Visit Detroit Jul 2, 2008
40 + artists ranging from the founder of kinetic art, Yaacov Agam to the celebrated Pop artist, Peter Max, and more than 40 other artists represented by Park West(R) will join together at Park West(R) for the launching of a new book, '40 Years of Art and Art History,' edited by Louis Postel ... In the early 70's, Scaglione developed very close relationships with artists Yaacov Agam, Peter Max and Victor Vasarely, the estate of M.C. Escher, and directly with the major dealers who represented... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Synthia Saint James' Circle of Promise to be Unveiled Jun 1, 2008
at "RARE HAND SIGNED PETER MAX UMBRELLA MAN LITHOGRAPH COA". Seattle, WA United States. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Children’s art contest winners announced Jan 25, 2008
SBA have organized the contest several years ago it became their most popular of the union s altruistic endeavors on behalf of their members; and attracted such well-known artists as Peter Max and Leroy Neiman to judge the art contest. It was very hard to judge and pick the winners, for all of the artwork shows outstanding abilities and genuine joy in creating the artwork, said local organizer Tatiana Zank of Bloomer. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jacksonville Journal: Gaffney appointed to post Jan 24, 2008
Gallery extends run for Peter Max exhibition. The gallery hosting an exhibition of works by pop artist Peter Max is extending the hours because of interest in the event. (Florida Times-Union)
Nude photos approved, then pulled from gallery Dec 6, 2007
Other folks might like a Peter Max psychedelic over the "Mona Lisa" or a Betty Saletta bronze statue over Rodin's "The Thinker.". Consequently, artists in all disciplines understand their works won't appeal to everyone and sometimes might not appeal to anyone. (Modesto Bee, CA)
This Day in History Oct 19, 2007
Artist Peter Max is 70. Actor Michael Gambon is 67. (Montana Standard, MT)
Artist's big, bright style shines on Sep 2, 2007
Artist Peter Max and New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez stood amid paintings Max did to honor Rodriguez's 500th home run ... SAN FRANCISCO - Peter Max, the artist whose psychedelic style embodied the wild spirit of the 1960s, still is amazed and bemused by the impact of his works. (Boston Globe)
California: Pop artist Max marks Summer of Love Sep 2, 2007
SAN FRANCISCO Peter Max, the artist whose psychedelic style embodied the wild spirit of the 1960s, still is amazed and bemused by the impact of his works. Max was in San Francisco for an appearance Friday night at a retrospective of his Pop Art works part of the 40th anniversary of the Summer of Love that celebrated rock music, easy sex and an alternative lifestyle. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
* Rodriguez laughs as his commemorative sculpture tumbles Aug 15, 2007
The New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez, right, poses for a picture with artist Peter Max on Monday at Yankee Stadium in New York ... The Yankees also gave Rodriguez two portraits and a sculpture by artist Peter Max, who had some trouble with the covering on the bat-and-ball sculpture and accidentally pulled it down to the ground. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Notes: Chamberlain wins more admirers Aug 14, 2007
Accompanied by his wife, Cynthia, and daughter, Natasha, he was given two portraits and a bat-and-ball sculpture by popular artist Peter Max, who accidentally pulled the sculpture to the ground. It appeared to be OK.. (Newsday -- New York City)
A-Rod honored Aug 14, 2007
The Yankees also gave Rodriguez two portraits and a sculpture by artist Peter Max, who had some trouble with the covering on the bat-and-ball sculpture and accidentally pulled it down to the ground. Max stood with his arms out briefly as the crowd gasped. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Rivera Falters In Ninth, But Yanks Rally Past O's Aug 14, 2007
The Yankees honored Rodriguez for becoming the youngest player in MLB history to club 500 home runs, presenting him with the home plate from his 500th home run, a silver tray inscribed by team owner George Steinbrenner, two portraits and a sculpture by artist Peter Max. Before the game, Baltimore placed outfielder Jay Gibbons on the 15-day disabled list and purchased the contract of catcher/first baseman J.R. House from Triple-A Norfolk. (WNBC.com, NY)
Yankees notes: Chamberlain settling in Aug 14, 2007
Noted artist Peter Max presented Rodriguez with two multicolored "500" portraits, splashed in paint colors of red, yellow, green, pink and blue and featuring Rodriguez's mugshots. Max also created a sculpture featuring several baseballs arranged to create the number "500," with Rodriguez's face within one zero and a Yankees logo inside the other. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
SHVITZING & NEEDING HAIRSPRAY Jul 18, 2007
Michelle, La tifah, Chris Walken, Amanda Bynes, James. And no matter what, I know there's nothing I can do to help myself. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Relish The American Table: Cherries Jubilee sparks fun Jul 12, 2007
Pastry Chef Peter Max Dierkes of Rat s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, N.J., encourages caution when making this delicious fiery finale ... Recipe courtesy of Pastry Chef Peter Max Dierkes of Rat s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, N.J.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Arts council hosts successful kick-off event for exhibit Jul 4, 2007
The event was both a showcase for several works by Peter Max and Leroy Nieman and a special event to kick off the Rotating Art Exhibit, a new project from the Visual Arts Committee, Schnepper said ... The show featured works by artists Peter Max and Leroy Nieman as well as from local artists, including Taylor. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Work by famous artist heads local show Jun 30, 2007
The reception will be held from 7-9 p.m. and will feature an exhibit of work by Peter Max. The work was anonymously donated to be shown and includes three lithographs, said OAC member Sheila Ritter. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
THE ART OF PARIS Jun 5, 2007
She revealed that her style as an artist is "heavily influenced by Peter Max." Paris has no plans for a gallery exhibition, but didn't seem to rule out pop artiste as her next step toward. more money and more publicity. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Announced Today World's Long Anticipated 40th Anniversary of the Summer of Love, San Francisco, Sept. 2, 2007 ''A Gathering of the Tribes'' May 24, 2007
Pop artist icon, Peter Max said, "I am so happy to see a concert is being held in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Summer of Love. It's important there is a historical legacy to the message this time period represents. We need to always celebrate the universal values of compassion, peace and love.". General Info: , www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Old paint hits the racetrack Jan 30, 2007
Four years later, he was the official artist for the Kentucky Derby -- a title he shares with painters LeRoy Nieman and Peter Max. Lustyk now has a studio in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., the home of Saratoga Race Course. (The Miami Herald)
Texas stars donate to scholarship fund Jan 27, 2007
Singers Willie Nelson, Jessica Simpson and Kinky Friedman, actor Larry Hagman and world renowned painter Peter Max are among those donating items to The Aetheria Foundation for auction Feb. 10; the money will go to The Aetheria Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas, the foundation said in a news release. Some of the items up for bid include original art from Cirque du Soleil; Hagman's signature hat worn as the character JR Ewing from "Dallas," a pair of boots signed by Simpson and a guitar... (Washington Times, DC)
Texas Legends Rally Together to Help Educate Area Kids; Offering Rare Personal Items for Auction Jan 26, 2007
Willie Nelson, Jessica Simpson, Kinky Friedman, Larry Hagman and world renowned painter Peter Max will lend their name and signed memorabilia to The Aetheria Foundation to help raise money for The AetheriA Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas, a scholarship fund created to assist students pursuing their artistic capacities for the February 10th Variety event ... Peter Max will also contribute an original piece designed exclusively for the Aetheria Event ... Peter Max has always been ready to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
On the Block Jan 18, 2007
"The pieces come directly from the artist or artists' publishers... there's no middle man." Artists in their collection range from recognized masters such as Marc Chagall, Salvador Dal; and Pablo Picasso to well-known contemporaries like Peter Max, Viktor Shvaiko and LeRoy Neiman. Hosting an average of 30 to 40 auctions per week (in season), inventory is constantly revolving and Ross Galleries has between 60,000 and 100,000 pieces at any given time. (Hopewell Valley News, NJ)
Giving back inspires an artist Jan 8, 2007
While with Hyatt, he began attending auctions, buying works by artists such as Peter Max, LeRoy Neiman, Salvador Dali and Marc Chagall. Quickly his twin passions -- art and business -- merged in a tiny art spot in West Orlando. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
