Iryna Kastsova

Yacht. Expression.

2022

Artist Comments
"Just off Brady Street, in Milwaukee’s East Side, there used to be a place with class and style," says artist Leroy Burt. The store was a treasure trove of vintage goodies that were as fun to dig through as to wear. The shop was full of clothing, shoes, jewelry, and bags, some dating back to the golden days of the 40s, 50s, and 60s. The ceiling was pink and covered with toys, trinkets, signs, and other captivating eye candy.

About the Artist
Artist Leroy Burt paints playful, offbeat landscapes and portraits based on his experiences living in Milwaukee, New York, Costa Rica, and currently Rochester, Minnesota. "I think of my paintings as short stories," he says. As a young child, Leroy faced a number of obstacles. His parents divorced when he was four years old and he was raised by his grandparents in a three-room shack without running water or electricity. Leroy worked hard to pull himself out of poverty. He studied graphic design and painting, which led to a 30-year career in graphic design - five years at WMVS, the PBS television station in Milwaukee, fifteen years at city hall in Milwaukee, and ten years at WNET, the PBS station in New York. In 2015, Leroy retired to focus his energy on painting. Today, he works from a tiny studio filled with half-finished paintings stacked against every wall. "There are photos and sketches for future paintings taped everywhere," says Leroy. "My windows are filled with orchids. There are books, films and music CDs in every corner. And the room is dominated by a black and silver Andy Warhol silkscreen...

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A weathered farmhouse stands sentinel, a skeletal whisper against the vast prairie. Once, laughter echoed through its rooms, and children's dreams clung to the ...

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A solitary, weathered farmhouse stands silhouetted against a vast prairie under a vibrant sunset. A peaceful stream reflects the fiery hues, creating a mirror i...

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With its chipped stucco and faded paint, the cottage conveys a mood of resilience. It stands strong against time, embodying enduring charm and quiet dignity. Th...

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Red-roofed barns sit quietly under a pale blue sky. Snow covers the ground, creating a calm and quiet scene. Power lines stretch overhead, adding a stark stilln...

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Inspired by artist Carey Parks' summer trip, Carey paints a house on the Island of Oléron along the southwest coast of France. Nestled among trees, the white...

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Colorful buildings line a quiet street, with their rich reds contrasting against the softer tones of the sky and pavement. Detailed mark-making captures the n...

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A small house stands alone on the vast Utah prairie, once home to a hardworking homesteading family. The laughter and gospel songs that once echoed inside have ...