"Go Ella"
Acrylic on Canvas | 20x16 in
Not For Sale
8 artworks by Simone (Selection)
Download as PDFA Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald • 8 artworks
A celebration of Ella Fitzgerald, Lady of Song.
Some images in this gallery are on exhibit in the Rainbow[...]
A celebration of Ella Fitzgerald, Lady of Song.
Some images in this gallery are on exhibit in the Rainbow Cinema lobby in Toronto, Canada from October 1st to October 30, 2014. This exhibition was also displayed at Mojo Music in Oakville, Canada.
I was surprised to find that Ella and Marilyn Monroe were pals. According to Ella's official website and some other online sources, Marilyn Monroe was instrumental in booking her for Mocambo.
Despite the outstanding musicality of black musicians, the Mocambo owner was resistant to book Black artists at his establishment. I toast Marilyn Monroe for seeing beyond race and using her powers for good.
“I owe Marilyn Monroe a real debt. It was because of her that I played the Mocambo, a very popular nightclub in the ’50s. She personally called the owner of the Mocambo (who had refused to book Fitzgerald because she was black), and told him she wanted me booked immediately, and if he would do it, she would take a front table every night. She told him - and it was true, due to Marilyn’s superstar status - that the press would go wild. The owner said yes, and Marilyn was there, front table, every night. The press went overboard… After that, I never had to play a small jazz club again. She was an unusual woman - a little ahead of her times. And she didn’t know it.”
Some images in this gallery are on exhibit in the Rainbow Cinema lobby in Toronto, Canada from October 1st to October 30, 2014. This exhibition was also displayed at Mojo Music in Oakville, Canada.
I was surprised to find that Ella and Marilyn Monroe were pals. According to Ella's official website and some other online sources, Marilyn Monroe was instrumental in booking her for Mocambo.
Despite the outstanding musicality of black musicians, the Mocambo owner was resistant to book Black artists at his establishment. I toast Marilyn Monroe for seeing beyond race and using her powers for good.
“I owe Marilyn Monroe a real debt. It was because of her that I played the Mocambo, a very popular nightclub in the ’50s. She personally called the owner of the Mocambo (who had refused to book Fitzgerald because she was black), and told him she wanted me booked immediately, and if he would do it, she would take a front table every night. She told him - and it was true, due to Marilyn’s superstar status - that the press would go wild. The owner said yes, and Marilyn was there, front table, every night. The press went overboard… After that, I never had to play a small jazz club again. She was an unusual woman - a little ahead of her times. And she didn’t know it.”
"Soulful Ella"
Acrylic on Canvas | 16x20 in
Not For Sale
"Lady of Song"
Acrylic on Canvas | 20x16 in
Not For Sale
"Sweet Ella"
Oil | 11x14 in
Not For Sale
"Into the Light"
Acrylic | 18x14 in
Not For Sale
"Ella & Louis"
Painting on Paper | 8.5x11 in
Not For Sale
"An Ella Moment"
Oil | 14x11 in
Not For Sale
"Ella & Marilyn"
Drawing | 11x14 in
Not For Sale
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Biography
Simone Frank was born in Toronto, 1970. When she was three years old, her mother told her to draw the drapes. Her mother meant, of course, to close them. She did. After illustrating the decorative floral drapes, she was given an easel, brushes, a palette and oil paints as a gift. She remains, at heart, a painter.
She holds a BAA in Fashion Design – Ryerson University, a Dean’s list Diploma in Graphic Design – George Brown College and a writing certificate – Humber College and has exhibited in the GTA, the Caribbean and Tokyo. She was invited to exhibit her works of art in China. Her publishing history includes but is not limited to: “Aspects of Love,” Life as Human Magazine, August 2014 and Kiss, Triumph, Messenger, Litté Realité, Volume X. No 1, 1998, Sergio Villani.
For years her work has revolved around the notions of spirituality, racism, love, joy and harmony. Simone creates works that are inspiring and thought provoking in various mediums. She uses art as a vehicle to inform and to heal.
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- Date of birth : 1970
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Added Mar 6, 2016
For the many, many friends and associates who feel the struggle continue...
From the Collection of Colin Frank
Gregory Porter and Laura Mvula - Buy yourself some tunes, Love!
Did you lose a couple friends along the way?
Are You Kidding Me?
11x14 in ~ Painting, Ink ~ Paper
2011
$200
Might be time then. Might be time now.
acrylic on canvas
$1730
I honestly believe something greater is as stake than to just live here, and to work here and to love.
From the Collection of the Honourable Yola Grant
Did you fight for your position? Win, and then still lose?
I Hope For Strength - From the Collection of the Honourable Yola Grant
Sometimes it happens.
acrylic on canvas
8x10 in
$120
The path we choose has no guarantee of blissful perfection at it’s end.
A Day at the "Beach" (es) 2015
I tried everything.
acrylic on canvas
12x12in
$225
You tried too?
acrylic on canvas
12x12in
$225
Let’s hang out then.
Let’s have brunch.
Discuss the subtle, strange acceptance of the lie you challenged... again.
Ya Think?
acrylic on canvas
24x30in
$1440
You have pride in yourself.
The Walk from the collection of Paul Rapati
mixed media
11x14in
$400
You believe that you are worthy of amazing things
because you worked hard,
and you’re good,
and you were born deserving them…
I am Love - Fiction - Simone Frank $4.95
You’re right!
You deserve the best!
ink on paper
2011
$200
You haven't received the best yet?
Maybe you should change.
ink on paper
2011
$200
Not likely.
A Black One from the collection of Diavin Miller
Change can be good.
Regent Park and Tearing Down - 2015
Sand Under My Feet - 2015
I tried that too.
ink on mulberry
5.25x8in
2014
$20
I tried to be normal from 2004 to 2006.
I lost the imagined love of my life, my passion and my drive.
Normal people, don’t hurt this much, I decided.
So I tried to join the masses.
How hilarious was that?
Calmed some others and bored myself.
Not one of mine, but gorgeous, isn't it? - still searching for the photographer...
my version of normal...
I moved into a condo in Mississauga. I worked at a shoe store in the mall
with a lovely bunch of ladies who were married or dating
and had no desire whatsoever to exhibit at the Guggenheim.
I shopped at the Gap. I drank instant coffee.
I watched daytime talk shows and night time dramas.
I rode the stationary bike in the condo gym
instead of the fold up bike Igor the angry bicycle salesman probably stole.
mixed media
8x10in (framed size)
$95
I went to Church with my Mom.
I fell asleep in the pew. I snored there.
Nothing against Church. I just found it so relaxingly calm.
She told me I was embarrassing her. I apologized.
We laughed a bit.
We laughed about a lot of things.
2013
24x36 in
From the collection of Father Saul
Lilium Casa Blanca is missing in action.
(I have to hunt it down. A store closed as a result of Bloor Street West reconstruction).
acrylic on canvas
2013
$120
I knew who I was before I got there.
Added Feb 16, 2016
Portraits
3343 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M6 647-352-3624
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2016
Sunday
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February
2016
Portraits
T-buds | February 2016
3343 Yonge St, Toronto ON M4N 2M6 · 647-352-3624
http://t-buds.com
Usually there is a deep, philosophical reason for the combination of pieces that I include an exhibition. And in this case there is as well. Because it’s Black History Month, I’m doing it this way. It’s about colour harmony, colour combination. The use of colour on different materials. And portraits of people real and imagined who had something to say. Something to share. Something to tell you. There is something that your history is telling you here.
A young man about ten years old told me when he saw them that he’d never seen anything like that in his life. “Wow!” he said. How did you think of that?
Years ago, I realized that all the years I spent studying Art History as required credits in the Fashion Design degree and Graphic Design diploma I received/achieved had sunk so deep into my psyche that I now believed things I learned were original ideas. I think that had something to do with being barely awake during history class.
Why scheduled a lecture with still images at 8am in the comfortable seating of a theatre? Don't get me wrong. I loved the information. I brought a lovely coffee. I curled up in the dim lighting. I fell into a trance and I remembered it all differently than I had expected.
Added Feb 11, 2016
Portraits Artist Talk
T-Buds 3343 Yonge Street Toronto, ON (647) 352-3624
Friday
12
February
2016
Friday
12
February
2016
T-Buds
3343 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
(647) 352-3624
Artist Talk - Friday February 12, 5-8pm.
Visit the gallery called portraits in simonefrank.com to view the work on exhibit for the month of February at T-buds.
See you there!
Added Jan 2, 2016
New Year 2016
Toronto, Ontario!!!
Friday
1
January
2016
Saturday
31
December
2016
Listen, Happy New Year!!!
Order this print from the gallery entitled, "Contemporary and Comical."
Added Dec 23, 2015
Art for a Charity called Covenant House
115 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario Canada buzz 1106 3rd floor walk up Eglinton Avenue West across the street from DeSerres art supply store between Duplex Ave and Lascelles B.lvd google map https://goo.gl/yBQYZZ TTC: Take the subway
Tuesday
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December
2015
Wednesday
23
December
2015
When I was in highschool, someone from the Covenant House spoke to an assembly of students at St. Martin's High School in Mistersauga, (often referred to as Mississauga), of the need for support for homeless youth in Toronto. It changed my perspective on a lot of things.
Join me in supporting the young ones who need it this Season.
Original art from $20
Tuesday December 22 2015
and Wednesday December 23 2015
3-8pm
or by appointment
20% of sales will go to the Covenant House
a homeless youth centre in Toronto.
Drop in chez Simone at Yonge and Eglinton!
chez Simone
115 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, Canada
buzz 1106
3rd floor walk up (I don't like it either but it's good exercise).
If you are unable to make it and would like to be invited to future events email simone4king@gmail.com.
Added Nov 24, 2015
TRIO
105-540 Sherbourne Street Toronto, ON main floor Just South of Bloor Street in Lower Rosedale
Thursday
10
December
2015
Sunday
13
December
2015
The opening of Toronto's greatest underground gallery. Three artists: Simone Frank, Alex Plata, Glenn Simpson. All works are for sale.
Painting, photography, graphic design.
Opening 6-9pm Thursday December 10, 2015
Gallery Hours
Friday December 11, 6-9pm
Saturday December 12, 3-6pm (or by appointment)
Sunday December 13, 6-9pm
Added Nov 7, 2015
Let's Save the World - Tbuds, November 2015 - Celebration November 20th, 5-8pm
3343 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON
Friday
20
November
2015
Monday
30
November
2015
Enjoy these pages rendered in scratchboard and ink on paper.
The story begins as a young woman and her granddaughter discuss the fate of the world while baking together. It is a work in progress, to be published at a later date. The piece speaks of family, cultural issues, love, hope and equity.
My grandmother and I were pretty close for several years. She would wake up early to walk me to kindergarten. I have fond memories of those walks.
Granny was the strong silent type. What I loved about her was that she listened to me. I mean, really listened. As a child, I was filled with questions and and ideas. I drove a lot of adults crazy. But Granny always listened intently and I loved her for that.
This series is about a conversation a young woman has with her Granny about living in a chaotic world. This young lady struggles with the problems in the world and is desperate for a way to live happily despite wars, floods and fires.
I hope you enjoy the story.
Created to remind you of the wisdom the elders can provide to young folks who are interested in achieving balance in an unfair world.
View the beginning of "Let's Save the World," during the month of November at:
T-Buds
November 2015
3343 Yonge Street at Snowdon
(647) 352-3624
http://t-buds.com/
All works are for sale and will published in the completed graphic novel.
FREE EVENT
Enjoy!
Added Oct 15, 2015
North Toronto Group of Artists 2015 11th Annual Artwalk
North of Lawrence in Toronto Artist 2015 Merchant Address Adriana Toth - Doggieland, 1 Fairlawn Ave Adriana Toth - Fairlawn Physiotherapy, 3340 Yonge St Alan Roe - Brixton, 3302 Yonge St Anastessia Bettas - Sara’s Total Spa, 3198 Yonge St
Thursday
15
October
2015
Thursday
5
November
2015
October 15 – November 05 | 2015
Explore Yonge Lawrence Village during the 11th annual ARTWALK from October 15th to November 5th and discover what our neighbourhood has to offer as it showcases spectacular pieces from our finest local artists! ARTWALK brings original works of art to the store windows and interiors of over 50 of our local merchants. Starting at George Locke Library at Yonge St and Lawrence Ave, walk north on Yonge Street, stroll Yonge Lawrence Village and then vote online for your favourite display with a chance to win a $50 gift card from a local merchant.
Check out the events during Artwalk including lectures and on location painting. More details will be posted in August.
This event is sponsored by the Yonge Lawrence Village Business Improvement Area (ylvbia.ca) and its member merchants in association with the North Toronto Group of Artists (NTGA).
Added Sep 2, 2015
Let's Save the World
Morningside : Toronto Public Library 4279 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON M1E 2S8 416-396-8881
Tuesday
1
September
2015
Wednesday
30
September
2015
My grandmother and I were pretty close for several years. She would wake up early to walk me to kindergarten. I have fond memories of those walks.
Granny was the strong silent type. What I loved about her was that she listened to me. I mean, really listened. As a child, I was filled with questions and and ideas. I drove a lot of adults crazy. But Granny always listened intently and I loved her for that.
This series is about a conversation a young woman has with her Granny about living in a chaotic world. This young lady struggles with the problems in the world and is desperate for a way to live happily despite wars, floods and fires.
I hope you enjoy the story.
Created to remind you of the wisdom the elders can provide to young folks who are INTERESTED in achieving balance in an unfair world.
The remaining portion of "Let's SAVE the World" will be on exhibit at the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition from September 18 - 20, 2015 at Nathan Phillips Square (Toronto City Hall).
Come for a visit. It would be amazing to see you!
View the beginning of "Let's Save the World," during the month of September at:
Morningside : Toronto Public Library
4279 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON M1E 2S8
416-396-8881
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Morningside
Wheelchair accessible.
Branch Hours
Day Opening Time Closing Time
Monday 9:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m.
Thursday 12:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Directions
East of Morningside Avenue but West of Manse Road, next to the Heron Park Community Recreation Centre.
Public Transit
TTC bus #54A or 54E from Lawrence East RT station to Manse Road.
Free parking.
Click here for more about the library:
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Morningside
All works are for sale and will published in the completed graphic novel.
FREE EVENT
Enjoy!
Added Apr 22, 2015
NTGA Group Exhibition to Launch May Studio Tour
Tbuds 3343 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M4 (647) 352-3624 Hours of Operation: Tue-Thu:11am - 6pm ; Fri.& Sat:11am-8pm; Sun: 11am - 6pm; Mon:-closed
Wednesday
1
April
2015
Thursday
30
April
2015
Tbuds
NTGA Group Exhibition to Launch May Studio Tour
April 1 - April 30, 2015
3343 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M4
(647) 352-3624
Hours of Operation:
Tue-Thu:11am - 6pm ;
Fri.& Sat:11am-8pm;
Sun: 11am - 6pm;
Mon:-closed
The participating artist are:
Joan McGivney
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/joan-mcgivney/
Nadia Lassman
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/nadia-lassman/
Me
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/simone-frank/
Susan L. Brown
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/susan-brown/
and
Tony Cook
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/tony-cook/
Added Apr 22, 2015
NTGA 2015 Spring Studio Tour | Toronto, Canada
115 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, ON 3rd floor walk up buzz 1106 http://goo.gl/yJkr3m
Saturday
2
May
2015
Sunday
3
May
2015
NTGA 2015 Spring Studio Tour
http://www.ntga.ca/events/
North Toronto Group of Artists, (of which I am a proud member), are opening their homes to invite you to view and purchase their latest works.
When I rented my current apartment, I was looking for a place that could double as an underground art gallery if necessary. I look forward to seeing you at this event!
Saturday May 2nd and Sunday May 3rd
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Homes are located South of Wilson and North of Eglinton, close to Yonge Street.
My space is located at
115 Eglinton Avenue West,
Toronto, ON
3rd floor walk up
buzz 1106
http://goo.gl/yJkr3m
3rd floor walk up with no elevator
I apologize in advance.
It’s twoish blocks West of Yonge Street on the West side.
I’m on the South side of the street. It’s easy to get to by subway.
Get off at Eglinton Station and walk West to 115.
I’m across the street from DeSerres art supply store.
Participating Artists in the NTGA 2015 Spring Studio Tour
Anastessia Bettas
www.anastessiabettas.com
www.facebook.com/AnastessiaBettas
Susan L. Brown
http://artistsgarden.blogspot.ca/
Tony Cook
www.tonycook.ca
Lloyd Cooke
http://www.lloydcooke.com/
Laurie Foote
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/laurie-foote/
Simone Frank
http://simone4king.blogspot.ca/
http://www.simonefrank.com/
https://www.smashwords.com/auth/index
http://www.wattpad.com/user/simone4king
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Simone/86351612760
https://twitter.com/simone4king
https://instagram.com/simone4king/
http://ca.linkedin.com/in/simonefrank
(shameless self-promotion)
Nandor Horthy
http://nandorhorthy.com/
Debora Gordon
http://www.djgordon.com/
Jill Klaehn
http://jillklaehn.blogspot.ca/
Nadia Lassman
http://www.nadialassmanart.com/
Joan McGivney
http://www.nadialassmanart.com/
Anne Neidhardt
http://anneneidhardtart.com
John Nussbaum
http://www.ntga.ca/artists/john-nussbaum/
Lori Ryerson
http://www.focalocity.ca/
Kate Taylor
http://katetaylorstudio.com/
Sheila Victor
http://www.sheilavictor.com/
Added Feb 6, 2015
Black History Month
A lot of us have been working very hard for years. Fighting tiny battles to clear the way. It’s so incredibly exhausting and so incredibly necessary.
"If there is no struggle there is no progress."
Frederick Douglass
Black History month, Canadians often remark is the shortest, coldest month of the year. In England, Black History month is in October, the beginning of the school
year. I thought for years February was chosen in North America because of Marin Luther King’s birthday, but he was born on January 15, 1929. You re-learn something new every day.
http://www.biography.com/people/martin-luther-king-jr-9365086
Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) chose the second week of February to celebrate Negro History Week because that week included the birthdays of two important men: President Abraham Lincoln(February 12) and Frederick Douglass (February 14). When Negro History Week turned into Black History Month in 1976, the celebrations during the second week of February expanded to the entire month of February.
http://history1900s.about.com/od/1920s/p/blackhistorymonth.htm
Origins of Black History Month
The origins of Black History Month can be traced back to a man named Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950). Woodson, the son of former slaves, was an amazing man in his own right. Since his family was too poor to send him to school as a child, he taught himself the basics of a school education. At age 20, Woodson was finally able to attend high school, which he completed in just two years.
He then went on to earn a bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Chicago. In 1912, Woodson became only the second African American to earn a doctorate from Harvard University (W.E.B. Du Bois was the first). Woodson used his hard-earned education to teach. He taught both in public schools and at Howard University.
Three years after earning his doctorate, Woodson made a trip that had a great impact on him. In 1915, he traveled to Chicago to participate in a three-week celebration of the 50th anniversary of the end of slavery. The excitement and enthusiasm generated by the events inspired Woodson to continue the study of black history year-round. Before leaving Chicago, Woodson and four others created the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) on September 9, 1915. The following year, the ASNLH began publication of the Journal of Negro History.
Woodson realized that most textbooks at the time ignored the history and achievements of blacks. Thus, in addition to the journal, he wanted to find a way to encourage interest and study of black history. In 1926, Woodson promoted the idea of a "Negro History Week," which was to be held during the second week of February. The idea caught on quickly and Negro History Week was soon celebrated around the United States. With a high demand for study materials, the ASNLH began to produce pictures, posters, and lesson plans to help teachers bring Negro History Week into schools. In 1937, the ASNLH also began producing the Negro History Bulletin, which focused on an annual theme for Negro History Week.
In 1976, the 50th anniversary of the beginning of Negro History Week and the bicentennial of the United States' independence, lack History Week was expanded to Black History Month. Ever since then, Black History Month has been celebrated in February around the country.
http://history1900s.about.com/od/1920s/p/blackhistorymonth.htm
Some Black History Month Events in Toronto, Canada
Toronto.com
Black history month
http://www.toronto.com/search/?q=black+history+month
scroll down to 2015 events
Blogto Black History Month:
http://www.blogto.com/arts/2015/01/the_top_5_events_at_black_history_month_toronto_2015/
Basquiat at the AGO Blogto:
I will be speaking at:
Community Creative Jam
RSVP @ http://www.ccjam.ca/
in partnership with North York Arts and Whole Foods Market
4771 Yonge Street at Sheppard
Whole Foods Market
Wednesday February 18, 2015
6-8pm
FREE
This is not a black history month event but it is my appearance this month, so I hope you can make it!
Added Feb 6, 2015
Community Creative Jam
Whole Foods Market Café 4771 Yonge Street at Sheppard 6-8pm
Wednesday
18
February
2015
Wednesday
18
February
2015
In partnership with North York Arts and Whole Foods Market, Community Creative Jam presents a family-friendly, open stage and networking event with special guests:
Simone Frank
Sarv Music Academy
Jae 10
FREE admission.
Light refreshments.
Added Dec 31, 2014
My Wish for you in 2015
2014 is almost over.
At this time of year I like to be still. I like to plan, strategize, create, imagine. I sit down with a calendar of the year to come and get to work. I review the year that passed and consider what I have learned from all the bumps I encountered along the road.
What did you learn in 2014?
I learned:
Dreaming in secret is an intense and rewarding tool
To tell people that I love them often so that they always know
To, like Einstein, take one nap a day because I deserve it
To be good to myself so that I can be good to others
To exercise daily so that I am limber, clear thinking and energized
To thank the heavens for all the great things I have now because more is coming
To sit in nature and rest and to be thankful that there is green space in the GTA
To make the most of every moment
etc.
etc.
etc.
At this time of year, many of us become introspective. We sit in quiet wonder. What will come next year? Will things improve? Will the job come? Will the love come? Will we travel? Become wealthy? Become alive?
etc.
etc.
etc.
I wish for you a year filled with dreams that come true. A year filled with great vibrations and great friendships. I hope that you envision your fabulous future so that you can recognize it when it appears. I hope that you are able to see the good in things and people and that you love yourself more than enough.
As Ben Okri says, “Keep re-dreaming the world with more light.”
Happy New Year!!
Added Nov 13, 2014
Artist Talk and Reception - Friday November 21, 2014 - 5-8pm - T buds, Toronto
T buds 3343 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2M4 (647) 352-3624 (at the corner of Yonge and Snowdon, North of Lawrence)
Friday
21
November
2014
Friday
21
November
2014
Join me at T buds for the
Love As I've Seen It - Artist Talk and Reception
also known as: No More Kissing Frogs
5-8pm
Artist Talk at 7pm
3343 Yonge St,
Toronto, ON
M4N 2M4
(647) 352-3624
(at the corner of Yonge and Snowdon, North of Lawrence)
Works on display for the month of November.
These images may appear in the graphic novel in production called, No More Kissing Frogs.
Added Nov 3, 2014
Love As I've Seen It - TBuds Toronto - Runs November 2014 | Artist Talk, November 21, 2014 at 7pm
Join me at T buds for the
Love As I've Seen It - Artist Talk and Reception
also known as: No More Kissing Frogs
5-8pm Artist Talk at 7pm
Love As I've Seen It - Artist Talk and Reception
also known as: No More Kissing Frogs
5-8pm Artist Talk at 7pm
3343 Yonge St,
Toronto, ON
M4N 2M4
(647) 352-3624
(at the corner of Yonge and Snowdon, North of Lawrence)
Works on exhibit for the month of November, 2014
When I was at Ryerson, I took a Creative Writing elective. Of course I got an A. (So bashful). One comment from my professor that has stayed with me is this, "No one wants to read about your pain."
In my twenties, regrets poured out of my pen on to the paper. It took little effort to write poetry about loss and sorrow, despair. With meditative effort, I create works around joy, love and peace more often. I do this in an effort to leave aspects of joy and love behind.
I am fortunate to have been hopelessly in love several times in my life. The endings have given me the inspiration to write a lot about it. My guys have asked to remain nameless despite my having no regrets over the beginning, middle or end of my time with them. I have been so inspired, so rewarded, so deeply cared for. Romantic love has given me my wings in many respects. Thank you, great loves of my life! You know who you are.
Perhaps we can make a pact to celebrate the great aspects of our love lives in November. Let's do that. Let's make this month the month where we all focus on the greatest loves of our lives. On our joys and blessing. On what's great about us. On we hope to receive and give romantically.
Added Oct 1, 2014
A Tribute to Ella & Stevie | Rainbow Cinemas Market Square | October 2014 | Toronto
80 Front Street E. at Jarvis Toronto, ON M5E 1T4 Movie Info: (416) 494-9371 Office: (416) 214-7006
Wednesday
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2014
Thursday
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2014
Stevie Wonder is my other favourite singer from that time. And Ella Fitzgerald just has a flawless voice. These two artists will be remembered for all history and it is my honour to be able to paint their portraits.
A Tribute to Ella & Stevie | October 2014 | Toronto
Rainbow Cinemas Market Square
80 Front Street E. at Jarvis
Toronto, ON M5E 1T4
Movie Info: (416) 494-9371
Office: (416) 214-7006
Added Oct 1, 2014
A Tribute to Ella & Stevie | Rainbow Cinemas Market Square | October 2014 | Toronto
A Tribute to Ella and Stevie is now on exhibit in the lobby of Rainbow Cinemas Market Square in St. Lawrence Market, Toronto. The exhibition will hang for the entire month of October, 2014.
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Perhaps it's time to treat yourself to a matinee and a day off. Rainbow Theatres always has a great selection. The film that most intrigues me is A Walk Among the Tombstones. It stars, Mr. Liam Neeson. He is one of my favourites.
I remember in my twenties one of my older friends told me that he was the most attractive actor in Hollywood. I disagreed.
"He's so rugged looking," I said.
She turned to the older guests, back to me and said, "When you're older, you'll understand." I always hated hearing that, but most of the time whoever said it was right.
Now, I see every Liam Neeson film that I hear about. He holds my attention for an entire film for many reasons.
A Tribute to Ella & Stevie features selected works from A Tribute to Stevie Wonder and A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. The works are:
Cool Stevie
Into the Light
Lady of Song
Harmonica Stevie
Boogie On
Go Ella
Soulful Ella
I hope you enjoy it!
Cheers,
Added Aug 15, 2014
Aspects of Love is published in Life As Human
Online at: http://lifeasahuman.com/2014/virtual-art-gallery/paintings/mixed-media/aspects-of-love/
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Great news!
You can view my work in Life As Human. "... the human interest magazine for evolving minds, featuring content that talks about what it means to be human — the good, the bad … and the enlightening."
I was just minding my own business when a message appeared on my website asking me if I wanted to submit work to their upcoming issue. Of course I said, "Yes!"
I am honoured to have been approached to submit my work and am looking forward to more opportunities like this one.
The images seen in Life As Human can be ordered as prints, greeting cards and postcards. You can also purchase the original and have it shipped to you. Here's a link to the corresponding page on my website:
http://www.artmajeur.com/en/artist/simonefrank/collection/graphic-short-stories/1393513
Added Aug 14, 2014
Aspects of Love is Published in Life As Human Magazine
Great news!
You can view my work in Life As Human. "... the human interest magazine for evolving minds, featuring content that talks about what it means to be human — the good, the bad … and the enlightening."
I was just minding my own business when a message appeared on my website asking me if I wanted to submit work to their upcoming issue. Of course I said, "Yes!"
I am honoured to have been approached to submit my work and am looking forward to more opportunities like this one.
The images seen in Life As Human can be ordered as prints, greeeting cards and postcards. You can also purchase the original and have it shipped to you. Here's a link to the corresponding page on my website:
http://www.artmajeur.com/en/artist/simonefrank/collection/graphic-short-stories/1393513
Reviews and comments
c'est un vrai regale que de visiter votre gallerie !!bravo bravo
One of the greatest minds in my little world
Hi,Simone! we'll try to get to the Yonge st. Show on the 8th... Just up the street, after all! Cheers!
Great artworks, Simone - congratulations! I love Soulful Ella! Don't forget to email me when you have exhibitions, please!
Your work just keeps on getting better and better. I am happy for you. Mike
Hello Simone,
I receibed your message but I could not get well the phone. Could you call me again please.
And you thought I didn't look!
Thank you, Aribambel! I think this is the most recognizable painting of him that I have done.
Thank you, Aribambel. You are so kind. Have you heard his song, "Heaven is 10 Zillion Light Years Away?" It is my favourite Stevie Wonder song. He's miraculous!!!
Portrait très élégant ! Regard bien capté, ses doigts longs et fins ! Félicitations
It's the essence of love. Entire libraries condensed into a few drawings: simply brilliant and moving.
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