Stud Horses – Studio work Bench

November 23rd, 2011 by sawtay · No Comments · Behind the Front

Stud Horses:

Are a patent pending product designed and developed by Adrian Hayles principal and owner of Behind the Front Visual Arts Studio. Stud Horses are an all in one studio work bench. The design was based on the commonly used art studio Horses that have been in circulation for hundreds of years. The problem that the previous Art Horses posed is they take up a great deal of studio real-estate when not in use. What makes the Stud Horses so unique and practical is they have the ability to fold and stored into a 60″ long, by 13″ wide, by 5″ high area.

Stud Horses have three positions from which you can work. The first and most common is the seated position. For added comfort while studying and drawing for long periods, Stud Horses have been outfitted with a cushioned seat. Second is the standing position where the Stud Horse acts as a drafting table. Third is the easel position. In this position the Stud Horse can hold your canvas for on location or in studio paintings.

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Benjamin

November 23rd, 2011 by sawtay · No Comments · Adrian Hayles, Behind the Front

My client was very keen on creating a graffiti piece for her unborn son. She wanted it to occupy an entire 12′x15′ wall in her apartment. What is unique about this piece is that it comes apart into three sections for multiple display options and easy mobility. The concept behind this piece was for it to have a place in her son’s life as he grows and evolves. With those directions, I came up with this tryptic piece made up of six canvases that I designed and stretched to fill the 7′x4′ area of the available wall space.

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Behind the Front Visual Arts Studio – Life Drawing Course & Drop-in Program

November 22nd, 2011 by sawtay · No Comments · Behind the Front, Events

Starts November 30th

Behind the Front Visual Arts Studio
Life Drawing Course and Drop-in Program

@ influx Creative Space
141 Spadina at Richmond
For more information please contact us at 647•502•2787
or email us at info@adrianhayles.com
www.adrianhaylesproductions.com

Starts Wednesday November 30th, 6:30pm — 9:30pm
Eight classes
Eight weeks
$280

Private tutoring available

To Our Prospective Student
Whether you are a designer, animator, illustrator, artist, hobbyist, student or someone who believes in art as a form of therapy, Behind the Front Visual Arts Studio has something to offer you. Creating art is an opportunity to express one’s self imaginatively, authentically, and spontaneously; it is an experience that over time, can lead to personal fulfillment, emotional reparation and recovery. Whatever your reason, Behind the Front will help you grow artistically with our team of qualified artists.

Our Objective
Our goal is to provide students with traditional skills for drawing, designing and animating. We focus on the understanding of figurative techniques (realistic drawing) by learning to see the things in our foreground, mid-ground and background. We believe that learning to draw is learning to see. Once students acquire these fundamental skills the focus turns to developing personal expression.

The Program
Our program is from 6:30pm to 9:30pm and starts Wednesday November 30th. It focuses on how to approach the human figure, how to simplify the difficult, what is important, line & analysis and using geometry.

Materials and Supplies
All basic drawing supplies are provided by the studio. We work strictly with qualified models at no extra cost to our students. Student’s work can be stored on the premise for the duration of their studies. To ensure the comfort of our students, our studio is also equipped with stud horses designed by Instructor Adrian Hayles.

Monday Drop in Sessions
The sessions will go from 6:30pm to 9:30pm every Monday. Each session will cost $10. We also offer cards of 10 sessions for $80. Participants are required to bring their own materials.

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Miles Ahead

June 27th, 2011 by sawtay · No Comments · Adrian Hayles, Behind the Front

A year in the making this stands as the largest piece I have created. Located in the heart of the Market at Four Life Natural Foods, this piece is a reflection of Kensington’s vibrant community. It is designed to instill a sense of self worth and is a celebration of life.

Four Life Natural Foods
257 Augusta Ave. at the corner of Nassau

http://swaymag.ca/2011/06/adrian-hayles-art-at-street-level/

Documentary video coming soon.

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AdrianHaylesProductions.com

March 10th, 2011 by sawtay · 1 Comment · Adrian Hayles, Behind the Front

This is a link to the Adrian Hayles Productions official website.
adrianhaylesproductions.com

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BF Graffitecture

March 10th, 2011 by sawtay · No Comments · Adrian Hayles, Behind the Front

Oil_01

Media (medium): Oil on canvas Size: 24"x36" Year: 2011

This painting is the first of a series titled Graffitecture. The body of works will examine modern architecture as it relates to urban graffiti.

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Jimmi!

June 12th, 2010 by sawtay · No Comments · Adrian Hayles, Behind the Front

New Jimmi Hendrix canned mural in Kensignton.

This was an awesome experience and a lot was learned while producing the painting mainly, how to layer colours effectively. This stands as my fines canned mural to date.

A.

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Mo’ Cowbell Mural

April 28th, 2010 by sawtay · 1 Comment · Behind the Front

Mo' Cowbell

Bellevue Spray Mural 2010

Mo' Cowbell

Bellevue Spray Mural 2010

Mo' Cowbell

Bellevue Spray Mural 2010

This mural at the  Bellevue (61 Bellevue Ave, Kensington, Toronto) was inspired by Christopher Walked SNL character Bruce Dickenson who can’t get enough cowbell in his diet.

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The Have Nots

April 28th, 2010 by sawtay · No Comments · Behind the Front

Have Nots Mural

Spray Painted Mural

2008 commissioned mural at Lens Factory (1040 Queen Street West)

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