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VJD Stills Are Amazing

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 15, 2019 | Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Theatre Related, Uncategorized, World View | 0 Comments

I am so happy for Elliot Freidman, who filmed the show on Saturday and Sunday performances. He used high def 4K technology and we are working on a beautiful film version of the production, cut together from both days of shooting. To give you a small hint of the...

VJD Production Paintings

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 12, 2019 | Art Instruction, CSA Advocacy, Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Theatre Related, World View | 0 Comments

Wrapping up our 2019 PS production of #VincentJohnDoe. Thanks to Brooke Mogy Watkins, Brad Tarr, Susie Hallatt, Cate Maniscalco, Lorilyn K Harper, Fred Hutter, Kevin Cooper Ray, Anthony Parenti, David Hallett, Mary Maniscalco James Maniscalco, Danny Maniscalco,...

Speed Painting

by netGALAXY Studios | Apr 19, 2019 | Art Instruction, Motivational, Portraiture | 0 Comments

I must be a crazy artist. I enjoy painting on a time crunch. And I enjoy painting for an audience. Somehow it triggers the actor in me. And by actor, I mean one who takes action. I love the spontaneity of being in action. It challenges me to make important decisions...

Auditions for Vincent John Doe

by netGALAXY Studios | Apr 18, 2019 | Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Theatre Related, World View | 0 Comments

Vincent John Doe the new Multi-dimensional, multi-disciplinary play By Robert ManiscalcoWill be presented as part of the 2019 Piccolo Spoleto FestivalDirected by Barbara Pitcher____________________________________________________ Performance Dates: Thursday-Saturday,...

Student Work Inspires Me

by netGALAXY Studios | Nov 30, 2018 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Uncategorized, World View | 0 Comments

As I wrap up another semester at Charleston Southern University, I am so impressed with what I have learned about the process from my students. I often say, if you want to learn how to sell, try teaching art to college students as an elective. But I think once they...

Russell Ebeid Presentation

by netGALAXY Studios | Nov 8, 2018 | Motivational, Portraiture, Random Favorites | 0 Comments

In addition to the official portrait for the St Joseph Hospital, I was happy to present two more portraits to the family for their personal enjoyment. Here is my speech of October 29th, presented at the official unveiling at the hospital: Hello everyone. Thank you so...

A Labor of Love

by netGALAXY Studios | Aug 16, 2018 | Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture | 0 Comments

The Russell Ebeid Portrait There is nothing like that sweet moment when I unveil the portrait, into which I have poured my heart and soul. The immediate family traveled to Pontiac St Joseph Hospital to see and approve the portrait of Russell Ebeid, in advance of the...

“Uncork/Unveil” Art and Wine Revealed.

by netGALAXY Studios | Jul 18, 2018 | Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Uncategorized, World View | 0 Comments

PRESS RELEASE: “Uncork/Unveil Art and Wine Revealed" Every Saturday 4-6 pm 476 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 Contact: Robert Maniscalco 313-689-2993 or Mark & Ken at 854-222-3939 Uncork Charleston presents exquisite paintings paired with exceptional wines....

Drawing and Painting for Everyone

by netGALAXY Studios | Jul 15, 2018 | Art Instruction, Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Random Favorites | 0 Comments

At the end of a very fun four week drawing and painting class in my North Charleston studio I am so impressed with these first efforts in portraiture. I keep training my competition, sharing the best kept secrets. Why? Because I believe the joy of artistic expression...

Vincent John Doe Piccolo Spoletto Wrap-up

by netGALAXY Studios | Jun 19, 2018 | Fine Art, Motivational, Portraiture, Theatre Related, Uncategorized, World View | 0 Comments

We did it! Three amazing world premiere performances of Vincent John Doe at City Gallery, part of Piccolo Spoletto 2018, are now behind us. It was surreal for this playwright/actor, after all that work, over so many years, to receive standing O's, applause after each...

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