STEAM Exhibit at Backstreet Gallery & Studios - Santa Rosa, CA.

Upcoming show with artist Alina Nuebel at Backstreet Gallery in Santa Rosa (September 6th - 28th) with the opening being September 6th from 5-8 PM. The show is called STEAM (short for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) and will feature new artwork from both of us as well as new characters (BOTS - Berman's Outrageous Things) that are part of a new book I am writing which should be completed early next year. The new book is 30+ years in the making and ties all of my artwork together into a storyline that is part autobiography and part fantasy complete with appropriate amounts of comedy and tragedy. This is the first show that will feature portions of that book so I think it could be a fun show.

Online Store for Ken Berman Art

I finally had a chance to start my online store on Square. I’ll be uploading recent and new work including a series of wall sculptures that are an homage to the Beatles.
John - Revolution
Paul - Yellow Submarine
George - Norwegian Wood
Ringo - I Am The Walrus

I’ll also be loading some older work that is still available. See my website for available inventory.

In the works are a variety of other ideas so bookmark the link …

Here’s the link … Ken Berman Square Store

New Wall Relief Sculptures

New series of wall relief sculptures. An offshoot of my Domus Series. Very scalable with the option of incorporating all kinds of subjects including people, animals, etc. 3-dimensional possibilities as well.

W23.001 - D’Artagnan

8.75” x 6” x 0.75” deep

Wall Sculpture/Assemblage/Mixed Media

(Wood, Acrylic, Paint, Paper)

Copyright 2023

Catalog #W23.001

W23.001 - D’Artagnan

8.75” x 6” x 0.75” deep

Wall Sculpture/Assemblage/Mixed Media

(Wood, Acrylic, Paint, Paper)

Copyright 2023

Catalog #W23.001

W23.001 - D’Artagnan

8.75” x 6” x 0.75” deep

Wall Sculpture/Assemblage/Mixed Media

(Wood, Acrylic, Paint, Paper)

Copyright 2023

Catalog #W23.001

How to prepare to visit an artist at their studio

It’s that time of year when artist open their doors to the public so that the public can see where the artistic process happens.  Open studios is a great time of year to visit your artist pals and to meet new artists.  Sure, it’s great to visit with old friends, but this should be an adventure.  Afterall, would you go to Rome every year when you have never been to Venice?

To make this experience fun for all I have a few guidelines.

1. Go to the opening.  Not only is it a great way to see the actual work of an artist but also to sample some of the local food and wine. 

2. Research the artist.  All artists have websites.  Visit their site to get an overview of the artist and their process.  You’ll get a good understanding of what motivates them to do the work.

3. For optimal time with the artists, plan on visiting during the morning hours.  Many people don’t show up until the afternoon. 

4. If you like to spend more time, take a business card, and make an appointment.  Most artist would be glad to show you more their work after the show.

5. Be careful touching artwork.  Ask beforehand.  You never know what is being worked on and therefore is still wet or delicate.

6. Respect the artist’s price point.  Whereas most artist will gladly give you a discount, telling an artist their work is “not worth that much” is a no-no.

7. Don’t ask for a tour of their home or garden.  They are their trying to sell work.  Showing you the garden takes the artist away from showing their art to potential buyers.

8. Wear your mask. This goes without saying.

Lastly, if you’re in the Sonoma County area drop on by Ken’s Open Studio; September 18, 19 and September 25, 26.