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Models Wearing My Dresses
Written by Jack Hittle
Tuesday, 11 October 2011 07:57
Click HERE for ACAS Fashion Shoot from LaFrance Films on VImero Click Image Below For Full Size, Then Click Full Size For SlideShow
I recently partnered with the Academy of Cosmetic Arts & Sciences (ACAS) of Boca Raton to put my clay art dresses, from the Ladies' Dress Series, on live models. The following video is a result. This particular edit of the video features the work of the students and the school. This exceptional video is the work of Michael LaFrance. It is with excitement that I look forward to receiving the edit that will focus on my efforts and the Ladies' Dress Series. In the meantime I know you will enjoy this:
Special to The Miami Herald Posted on Thursday, 03.17.11
Three artists contribute to Unexpected Abstractions, on view now through March 25 at Studio 18 in Pembroke Pines.
The pencil drawings of Tere Pastoriza and the architectural constructions of David McLeish are on display, with the main gallery and adjacent hallway devoted to the work of Fort Lauderdale’s Steven Sylvester.
His mixed media dresses and female torsos celebrate the variety of roles taken by women, from ballerina to gardener to sex kitten. Collectively, these fun, often flirty works make one marvel at how they were put together and who might be brave enough to wear them down the red carpet.
With some pieces free standing and others hung on the wall, the collection represents the artist’s body of work over several years. By taking clay off a pedestal, its traditional place, and hanging it on the wall like a painting, Sylvester elevates it to like status.
This is a program of Sculpting Lives, Shaping Children's Futures Through Art
Steven Sylvester - Part One
Steven Sylvester demonstrates creation of his clay art ladies dresses.
Steven Sylvester - Part 2
The second video in a series of three. This video is provided to highlight my large scale architectural ceramics art and the 4ft x 7 ft wall mural commissioned by ArtServer, Fort Lauderdale. I also encourage artists to look to their local arts organizations for art career developement and growth including art as a business.
Steven Sylvester - Short Version
This is a short version of Steven Sylvester - Contemporary Clay Artist Part One. Approximately 3 minutes long, it highlights my work as a contemporary clay artist.
Hollywood, Florida
Thursday, 17 December 2009 19:24
I am honored to have placed one of my life size pink ballerinas at Regional Memorial Hospital, Cancer Institute, Women's Imaging Center in Hollywood, Florida. It is a very appropriate placement and is very well loved there.
Featured Artist at Joe Picasso's, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Thursday, 17 December 2009 19:17
I am the featured artist at Joe Picasso's, a paint your own pottery studio in Fort Lauderdale. Joe Picasso's and owner Kaylin Parish were one of my sponsors for the Friends of ArtServe wall mural. Clay art dresses of various sizes, shapes and colors are on exhibit through January 31, 2010 with a reception in early January, details forthcoming. Click here for information about Joe Picasso's.
An Honor to Become a Member of 2+3
Thursday, 17 December 2009 19:14
I was recently juried into the artist organization: 2+3. This is a professional group of two and three dimensional artists. I am honored and looking forward to my involvement.
Plastic Drinking Bottles - Repurposed
Thursday, 17 December 2009 19:10
My clay art friend/partner in select projects, Lisa Lusardi and I won "People's Choice" for a dress we made together. The dress is titled: “Cha Who Lee” and is currently on display at ArtServe in the Holiday Members Showcase. This exhibit is free and open to the public.
Galleria Men of Style
Thursday, 17 December 2009 19:02
I was happy to be on hand to cheer-on Andrew Cagnetta at the Men of Style event at Galleria Mall, Fort Lauderdale. Being a previous Man of Style for ArtServe, I can appreciate the support from the audience. This charity event looks better each year. Congratulations to all involved.
from Art to Architecture - The Completed Wall Mural
Written by Steven Sylvester
Wednesday, 26 August 2009 08:58
Unveiling of this 4 foot by 7 foot architectural ceramics wall mural occurred at the celebration of ArtServe's 20th Anniversary August 20, 2009 at the ArtServe building, 1350 E. Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where it is permanently installed in the lobby. This fired clay art represents music, film, theatre, literay arts, dance and the visual arts. It was constructed with open studio time, open to the public who could view the progressive construction of this form of art.
Funding for the 12 open studio sessions and accompanying 12 lectures was provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.
Steven Sylvester teaches "How to Build Architectural Ceramics" via a dynamic PowerPoint presentation made from his actual studio process. This presentation covers:
• Foundation slab construction • Substructures built in-place • Sculpting and refining • Segmentation based on design bias
"Mr. Sylvester is an acclaimed contemporary clay artist driven by an appreciation for uncommon uses of materials. His current work-in-progress series of life size women’s dresses made from clay and wire amplify his desire to transform ordinary objects into something remarkable. In conjunction with the series of dresses on display at Studio 18, Mr. Sylvester will present the work of his impassioned project Help Me Build a Home of My Own. Hand built homes created by children aged out of the foster care system will be on display for the duration of the exhibit. Proceeds from the sale of the houses will be donated to the foundation Sculpting Lives."
...from Art to Architecture
Written by Steven Sylvester
Sunday, 14 June 2009 05:00
Contemporary clay artist Steven Sylvester seeks to educate the public about the history, contemporary application and the building process of Architectural Ceramics with his clay art wall mural project: ...from Art to Architecture.
A demonstration workshop showing the major techniques outlined in "The Build Process." Watch smaller pieces for a slab being sewen together to demonstrate how to make a very large slab. Watch the creation of a column and a book - and learn how to sew these onto the slab. And, then learn the process of segmentation. These techiques will be taught by Steven Sylvester at your ceramic studio or workspace. Group and individual rates available. Call 954-593-5634 for more information on this unique architectural ceramics workshop.
July launches the 4th annual multi-media phenomenon, The Red Eye. The Red Eye is an innovative and exciting event aimed at promoting fresh underground art that serves as a conversation piece. Presented by ArtServe and media sponsor City Link/ MetroMix.com. Steven Sylvester debut's his free-standing "Stop Wine-ing" - another of his Ladies Dress Series.
Red Eye Event: Friday, July 24, 2009 6pm to 9pm at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
June - Texture and Form
Written by Steven Sylvester
Saturday, 13 June 2009 17:33
Artist's Eye Fine Art Gallery presents TEXTURE AND FORM fine art exhibition, opening Saturday, June 13, 2009 7pm - 9pm and the exhibit runs through July 28,2009.
Come and see Steven's newest small size (16" - 18" high) ladies dresses, ideal size when space is a consideration. Eleven small dresses and one life-size dress will make their debut at this exhibition.
The Deville Foundation Dalmation Rescue and Clothing Company is the name of this theme specific creation by Steven - which makes its debut at ArtServe's "Wild! Feathers, Fins and Fur".
Steven Sylvester brings a powerful PowerPoint presentation to your facility which emphasizes the use of clay in the construction of buildings around the world. See the differences between cement and clay, see the differences between clay bodies.
Professional Capital Program
I am honored to have placed one of my life size pink ballerinas at Regional Memorial Hospital, Cancer Institute, Women's Imaging Center in Hollywood, Florida. It is a very appropriate placement and is very well loved there.
I am the featured artist at Joe Picasso's, a paint your own pottery studio in Fort Lauderdale. Joe Picasso's and owner Kaylin Parish were one of my sponsors for the Friends of ArtServe wall mural. Clay art dresses of various sizes, shapes and colors are on exhibit through January 31, 2010 with a reception in early January, details forthcoming. 
My clay art friend/partner in select projects, Lisa Lusardi and I won "People's Choice" for a dress we made together. The dress is titled: “Cha Who Lee” and is currently on display at ArtServe in the Holiday Members Showcase. This exhibit is free and open to the public.
I was happy to be on hand to cheer-on Andrew Cagnetta at the Men of Style event at Galleria Mall, Fort Lauderdale. Being a previous Man of Style for ArtServe, I can appreciate the support from the audience. This charity event looks better each year. Congratulations to all involved.
Unveiling of this 4 foot by 7 foot architectural ceramics wall mural occurred at the celebration of ArtServe's 20th Anniversary August 20, 2009 at the ArtServe building, 1350 E. Sunrise Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where it is permanently installed in the lobby. This fired clay art represents music, film, theatre, literay arts, dance and the visual arts. It was constructed with open studio time, open to the public who could view the progressive construction of this form of art.
Steven Sylvester teaches "How to Build Architectural Ceramics" via a dynamic PowerPoint presentation made from his actual studio process. This presentation covers:
Watch smaller pieces for a slab being sewen together to demonstrate how to make a very large slab. Watch the creation of a column and a book - and learn how to sew these onto the slab. And, then learn the process of segmentation. These techiques will be taught by Steven Sylvester at your ceramic studio or workspace. Group and individual rates available. Call 954-593-5634 for more information on this unique architectural ceramics workshop.
Artist's Eye Fine Art Gallery presents TEXTURE AND FORM fine art exhibition, opening Saturday, June 13, 2009 7pm - 9pm and the exhibit runs through July 28,2009.
The Deville Foundation Dalmation Rescue and Clothing Company is the name of this theme specific creation by Steven - which makes its debut at ArtServe's "Wild! Feathers, Fins and Fur".
Steven Sylvester brings a powerful PowerPoint presentation to your facility which emphasizes the use of clay in the construction of buildings around the world. See the differences between cement and clay, see the differences between clay bodies.