It was a bright, beautiful summer's day yesterday in Port Carling, Ontario. I was able to deliver the pieces for the upcoming show. The space (2nd floor, N.Y. loft-like) was being prepared. It really has great character and should prove popular for future events. The view of the lake is truly inspiring. It's Muskoka through and through-a great setting for art that inspires. The works will be basking in natural light through the large windows and due to the high ceilings. The handling of the work was as good as the finest galleries (Arabella's behind it, so no surprise there) and the friendly nature of the staff made the long drive worth it. Judging by the sense of excitement, it should prove to be quite a show.
Before we headed back to T.O., Erica and I had a chance to ease back on Muskoka chairs by the water to catch some rays and have a mojito or two. Ahhhh-Muskoki-o.k.
-Pietro

In the series "Emozioni'', I am concerned with colour and texture lending free forms a hand in conveying emotions. The effect of juxtaposition of design elements to one another is paramount in achieving the desired suggested feelings. In this series, the links to Quartieri are obvious. The invasive elements of splashed and spattered paints serve to heighten the drama. As always, they are direct records of the artist's actions-they illuminate the fact that the piece is produced by a person at a certain moment in time-never again to be revisited.

I am thrilled at the response to these pieces, although I personally began to explore this form of "pure" abstraction in the 1980's. Some notable pieces can be found in the collection of Mr. R.Ferri, of Maranello Motors (Ferrari, B.M.W.) Toronto, Magnotta Winery(labels), and Baldessarra Associates, Architects. The recent work can be found at Progressive Fine Art, Toronto. They will be happy to accomodate any requests. Contact Mr. M. Havers at 9058600983, ext.1.

I have been invited to participate in the opening of a new gallery in Port Carling, Ontario. The Midsummer Afternoon Event as it is known will take place on Saturday July 31,2010 from 2pm to 5pm at 99 Maple Street, at the locks, second floor, Port Carling Ontario. The show is a combined effort between Arabella magazine and Muskoka Classics Cottage Emporium. A number of pieces will be included, and I, along with many other artists will be in attendance. Come for the scenery, the art, the Muskoka cocktails and more......hope to see you there!

The current issue of Arabella magazine is in bookstores and on newstands now. It contains an article written about my work by my daughter, Iliana. It is filled with insight from a family member's point of view as to what it's like living with an artist. The truth is sometimes hard to handle especially when it comes from a son or daughter. I must admit, she has me pegged. It is, nonetheless, interesting reading. Check out the magazine the next time you visit Chapters, Indigo or Barnes & Noble in the U.S.
Check out the new website at www.artistpietroadamo.com. (google) Please let me know what you think!
Dear caller from Georgetown: Yes, there is a possibility of a limited edition enhanced giclee of Rossetto. I'll let you know in a week. The edition will be very small, but of the highest quality.The first artist's proof will go to a Montreal client as requested.