Limelight Agency News

JImi Hendrix, Still playing, still painting?

2010-03-13T16:04:00.001-08:00

A new Album, New art?

It's been 40 year since we lost Jimi Hendrix. But this month an album of never before released works are coming out.

Critic consider these to be from his most creative period. The time that came between Electric Ladyland, and is early passing.

Almost as a celebration of this period of great inspiration, the cover of the album for the first time is Hendrix' own artwork.

The painting Valleys of Neptune that shares it's name with the album is available as limited edition from Limelight. Please come and check it out.

Valleys of Neptune by Jimi Hendrix

Bua Aritst Bio Video on Ovation Channel

2010-03-03T15:24:00.000-08:00

The Ovation Channel has just released a great video piece on Justin BUA.

Check it out the BUA video at Limelight!

They shot this interview at his art opening in Santa Monica at Gallery 319.

Why the Ovation Channel. We'll by chance the new host of their leading show American Revolutionaries is, you guessed it, BUA. But much more on that latter.

The Arist of MMA is clearly Stephen Holland.

2010-02-19T20:37:00.000-08:00

As MMA continues to dominate the world of sports, Stephen Holland continues to be the "go-to-guy" for fighters that have become the hero's of the sport.

After Stephen's great success with The "Natural" Randy Couture, he has now captured the Monster.

One by one Holland (like in every other sport) has been commemorating the careers of the legends.

Stephen Holland is the Artist of Muhammad Ali

2010-02-19T20:29:00.001-08:00

Without a doubt if there is one artist on the planet that is known for painting the great Muhammad Ali, it has to be Stephen Holland.

After 20 years this amazing relationship between legendary artist and world famous muse has become a captivating story of it's own.

If you are a fan of Ali, Holland, Sports art, or just a good story, you need to read the story and watch the 7 minute documentary at Limelight's site: Muhammad Ali and Artist Stephen Holland

Justin BUA's Harlem Rose.

2009-12-24T15:56:00.001-08:00

Justin BUA released as fine art limited edition print, his tribute to the grate female voices of the Harlem Renaissance, Harlem Rose.

Harlem Rose celebrates the singers of the days of the Savoy, Cotton Club and The Apollo, who's music captured the time, when for the first time, the artistic offering of the African American people were first heard lowed.

It also speaks the the same very women of song, who paved the way for many more to come. From Aretha Franklin, to Diana Ross, to Lauryn Hill & Rihanna. Each one standing on the shoulder of these graceful giants who came before them.

Watch the video on Harlem Rose by Bua
Read the full story about Harlem Rose by Bua
Get the details about the print Harlem Rose by Bua

Ronnie Wood Paints his guitar hero's

2009-11-11T20:47:00.000-08:00

Ronnie Wood has created an fantastic new suite of works celebrating his personal guitar hero's.

Slash, Jimi Hendrix and Keith Richards. These are all people who have taken a very close and personal role in Ronnie's life, and who have influenced his guitar playing throughout his career.

Read the whole story of the Now, Then and Always suite. And see the portraits of friends Slash, Jimi Hendrix and Keith Richards.

Ronnie Wood Rocks Liberty with own fashion line

2009-10-03T10:21:00.000-07:00

Wharol, Dali, Mondrian, and many other of the noted modern masters offered their artistic visions to the world of fashion in their time. And most recently Artist/Rock Star Ronnie Wood as joined the tradition.

This summer both Paris and London's Fashion Weeks were taken by surprise from the joint design efforts of Ronnie Wood and the lengendary Liberty & Co. With Wood's own signature line of clothing, and excesseries.

Read more, and see more of Ronnie Wood's Liberty & Co designs.

Miachael Jackson painted By Justin BUA - King of Pop

2009-09-17T13:25:00.001-07:00

As promised last Week, Artist Justin BUA has released his limed edition on canvas of Michael Jackson "The King Of Pop".
More then just a wonderful painting of an amazing performer. This is a true homage to a personal idol of BUA's.

Bua having come up as a dancer and painter form the very streets that gave birth to much of the music and moves that Michel celebrated in his own work, has always felt a close connection.

But also as an artist Bua shares another tie with the late Jackson. As they had both dedicated much of heir artistic careers to representing those same urban styles and stories with a broader audience. In both cases hoping to create bridges in a desire for what many including Bua call "One".

See and read more about Justin BUA's painting of Michael Jackson "The King of Pop" at www.limelightagency.com.

Justin BUA paints Michael Jackson - Video

2009-09-10T16:20:00.000-07:00

Painter Justin BUA has put out an amazing tribute to Michael Jackson.

Soon we will be putting a full release out on this fantastic limited edition of Michael Jackson by BUA.

But for the moment we want to share this short video where Justin BUA in his own words disscribes the meaning of Michael Jackson in his like the personal importance of this painted homage.

Artist Stephen Holland Paints Manny Remirez

2009-08-29T19:47:00.000-07:00

It's been an amazing year for the Los Angeles Dodgers. For the first time in nearly 20 years they are on the fast path to the world series. It's without a doubt due to the amazing playing of Manny Remirez.

To mark this amazing time, the Dodgers own painter Stephen Holland has created this signed limited edition of Manny Remirez.

Grace Slick Paints Woodstock

2009-08-05T11:56:00.000-07:00

Grace Slick has produced what may be the most interesting memory of Woodstock on it's 40th.

Check out the full story of Grace Slick's painting of Woodstock.

Throw the noise of news stories, movies, magazine remember when pieces and Grace has created an amazing work of art that in one flash captures this amazing time through the eyes of not just someone that was there, but one of the last living headliners who stood on stage in the middle of history.

Grace back then was known as one of the few voices of the generation. And now once again that voice is heard, during a very important time to look back.

BUA shows his Michael Jackson.

2009-07-31T12:58:00.000-07:00

Yo! TV interviews Justin BUA while showing his new Michael Jackson painting at his packed book signing at Mo's in Berkeley CA.

Kruger Paints The Blues

2009-07-28T19:15:00.001-07:00

For months devotees of Kruger have been asking about these amazing blues paintings they have been seeing glimpses of.

We'll for them and even those who don't yet know what I'm talking about, I have great news.

Limelight has released Sebastian Kruger's "Kind Of Blues" suite to the gallery world. (follow)

This is an amazing 8 piece suite of the godfathers of blues.

Aritst Justin BUA joins Limelight Agency

2009-07-10T10:58:00.000-07:00

Limelight Agency is thrilled to announce that the famed artist of Urban Life Justin BUA has joined their family of celebrity artists.

BUA having grown up on the upper west side of NYC as a brakedancer and graffiti artist came from the very birth place of the colture he captures in his world recognized art.

With millions of posters sold, today BUA is regarded world wide as the leading artist of the urban cultures esthetic.

To read the full story, see the first prints, watch videos and more- follow here.

http://www.limelightagency.com/Justin-bua/news/news.html

Ronnie Wood's Skulls On Stage.

2009-05-20T18:34:00.000-07:00

It's been a long time since fans of Ronnie Wood's art have gotten to see new works, Much less one of the Rolling Stones. But the wait was well worth.

Ronnie Wood has released his latest offering to his art collectors Skulls on Stage. The work is a spectacular work that is packed with imagery that will raise the pulls of any Stones Fan.

To read the full details about Ronnie Wood's Skulls On Stage.

Stephen Holland Featured in Dodger magazine

2009-04-14T15:03:00.001-07:00

Stephen Holland has many official tittles to his credit in the world of sports and celebrity. Last year one honor stood out brightly.

Stephen Holland was named the official artist to the LA Dodgers on the 50th year in Los Angeles. The Year was filled with paintings by Holland celebrating the Dodgers history, art shows, a team press confrence, Three amazing print releases and was a featur in The Dodgers own magazine.

To read the full story as it ran in Dodger Magazine about artist of Sorts and Celebrity Stephen Holland, please visit it on Limelight's site.

Kruger Knows Jack... Nicholson

2009-03-09T15:34:00.000-07:00

Limelight agency has officially release Sebastian Kruger's latest release Jack. A fantastic painting of Jack Nicholson as only the one of a kind Sebastian Kruger could ever produce.

Read Limelight Agency's write up and get details about Sebastian Kruger's painting of Jack Nicholson.

Stephen Holland is the Artist of the GRAMMYs

2009-03-04T14:16:00.000-08:00

This last month the music world came together in celebration of the GRAMMYs. And among the list of music greats and industry movers in attendance was our own Stephen Holland, in his official role as the GRAMMYs Charities Official Artist.

This is Stephen Holland's Second year since he was given the on going honor of being their artist. In this time he has captured for them many of their person of the year honorees, as well as past music legends: Jim Morrison, Aretha Franklin, Billy Joel, and soon this years inductee Neil Diamond.

To learn more about Stephen Holland Roll at the GRAMMYs charities artist follow this link

Stephen Holland paints The Natural Rand Couture

2009-03-04T14:01:00.000-08:00

Stephen Holland's list of painted subjects has become a hall of fame of it's own. There are not many important athletes who have not been captured by his brush. And when it comes to the biggest names- Koufax, Ali, Kobe, Pele, etc... Well they just aint at the top, if they have yet to be captured by Holland.

That's why the addition of Randy - Captain America - The Natural - Couture, was a natural edition to the list of great works.

Couture is without a doubt the ambassador of what has been the fastest growing sport in the word for many years, Mixed Martial Arts. A 5 time UFC Champ, Couture is the face of his sport.

Now this work of Randy Couture by Stephen Holland is available as a limited edition fine art print.

Sebastain Kruger's Jack Nicholson

2009-02-17T13:43:00.000-08:00

It's almost amazing that we have not seen a Jack Nicholson by Sebastian Kruger, until now that is. I don't think you could ask for a better painting to capture Jack Nicholson or even maybe a better subject for Sebastian Kruger.

With pool cue in hand, a cigarette clenched by his teeth. and the devil in his eyes, Kurger has perfectly caught the Jack Nicholson we love the most...

More to come. But for now, take a look at Sebastian Kruger's Jack Nicholson!

Stephen Holland's art caught on ESPN

2009-02-17T13:31:00.000-08:00

Much in keeping with Stephen Holland's role in the world of sports. Holland's now well known painting of Jackie Robinson was seen on the walls during an interview with Rachel Robinson on ESPN

To see the clip and the full story about Stephen Holland's art caught on ESPN go here.

Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead Brings HIs Art To Limelight Agency

2009-01-20T15:21:00.000-08:00

Limelight Agency is honored to welcome Mickey Hart to their family of Celebrity Artists and Artists of Celebrity.

Mickey Hart like most of the very talented has found many ways to express his artistic vision. And of those, his work in the visual arts is a major part of his artistic career.

On this the year of the first Grateful Dead tour in over a dozen year, Limelight will be bringing forward Mickey Hart's original works on canvas, limited editions and even editions on drum-heads, to official galleries handling the art of Limelight, all over the world.

Mickey has translated to fine art form the symbology of the dead and themes such as the Dance of the Dead that have been a strong thread through is career.

To see the works of Mickey Hart Of the Grateful Dead, read news stories and video clips follow this link.

Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead News
Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead Art on Canvas
Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead Art on Drum Heads
Videos of Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead's Gallery Show
Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead Art in the Press

Keith Richards The Human Riff by Sebastian Kruger

2008-12-17T16:17:00.000-08:00

When you look Kruger's works of art in person, even the most casual observer senses that there is something happening that goes far beyond fantastic painting. Much more than perfect articulations of the most subtlest of details. There is a feeling that is difficult to name but easy to feel, that can only come from an artist breathing-through his brush life onto the canvas. And this can only come from an artist such as Kruger who is living his life fully in his art.

Sebastian has perfectly addressed this very thing in his most recent work and now print of Keith Richards entitled The Human Riff.

Follow this link to read the full Story of Sebastian Kruger's latest print release of Keith Richards The Human Riff.

Ronnie Wood and Led Zeppelin pay tribute to Ahmet Ertegun

2008-11-20T18:25:00.000-08:00

November 24th Christie's of NY will be auctioning off a very special print by Ronnie Wood.

Last year in honor of the music industry legend, the late Ahmet Ertegun, Led Zeppelin asked their friend Ronnie Wood to creat a painting of their late friend that was later printed in a small edition of 100.

Most all of these prints were sold off to a crowed awaiting for Led Zeppelin to go on stage at the O2 Arena in London for their last concert. The prints signed by Ronnie alone sold for $3,00o each.

The prints now being offered in auction by Christie's is something very unique from the ones sold at O2, They are signed by all current members of Led Zeppelin. A collection of signature very rarely seen together these days.

This auction to will be strictly for the raising of money for charities in the honor of Ahmet Ertegun.

To read more about Ronnie Wood's print of Ahmet Ertegun signed by all of Led Zeppelin, ready the story at Limelight Agency.

Ronnie Wood back with the Faces? Album? Tour??

2008-11-19T14:46:00.000-08:00

It seems to be true. Ronnie Wood has joined back up with Rod Stewart and the rest of the old surviving gang to get The Faces Back together. Recently The sources of the highest authority (Rod) have confirmed they are putting something together in the studio. It's said, as recently as Monday this week (Nov 16).

More on The Faces Reunion Tour, Ronnie Wood, Rod Stewart, and the rest.

For the fans waking up from a three decade dormancy, they may be interested to take another look at some fantastic paintings Ronnie Wood has done of his old band mates in the Faces. And some great ones of Ronnie Wood and Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood's take on Rod Stewart alone.

Stephen Holland paints LA Dodger Don Drysdale.

2008-11-03T12:00:00.000-08:00

As the official artist of the Los Angeles Dodgers during their 50th year in LA, Stephen Holland has been painting the the great players of their history. This series started with Jackie Robinson and now continues with the hall of fame pitcher Don Drysdale.

This fantastic painting of Don Drysdale by Holland is now available in galleries.

Go hear to read the full Story about Stephen Holland's painting of Don Drysdale.

2008-11-02T17:15:00.000-08:00

The Daily Sound of Santa Barbara this year wrote a world class feature story on their local art celebrity Stephen Holland.

The paper spent a day in Holland's home studio getting an amazing view and understanding for the painter that is known as America's top celling artist of sports and celebrity.

From what you can see in the stories photo's the are capturing hard at work whilc he was painting his recent release of Mickey Mantle.

To Read this amazing story of about artist Stephen Holland and his lofty Sports and celebrity art career.

USA Today put Ronnie Wood and Grace Sick to the test

2008-10-29T22:59:00.000-07:00

USA today has put the top celebrity artist dominating the gallery world today, to the test of the judgment of noted art critics. The listed of noted leading names included Paul Stanley, Marilyn Manson, Bob Dylan, and coming up on top Limelight Agencies own Ronnie Wood and Grace.

See USA Today's review of painters Ronnie Wood and Grace Slick's art work.

rock and roll photographer Robert Knight tells all

2008-07-14T14:25:00.000-07:00

Limelight Agency's rock and roll photographer Robert Knight tells of his amazing life in behind the camera in the middle of music history.

(excerpt)

Determined to seek out the source of these new sounds, Knight scored a job at age 15 (making him Honolulu’s youngest travel agent) in order to qualify for cheap airfare. “It was about the music,” he says. “I wanted to go where it was being made.”

Read the whole story about Robert Knights Rock photography life as told by Hard Rock Magazine.

Kruger paints Mick like only Kruger can

2008-07-10T19:53:00.000-07:00

The amazing artist of extreme painting Sebastian Kruger has just released the long asked for painting of Mick Jagger, Mick With Wasp.

This hypnotic work is now available at official Sebastian Kruger galleries. Not only is this great piece available but it comes with a signed coppy of his newest art book Faces.

Read Sebastian Kruger explain his feelings about this Mick with Wasp in his own words

Kruger amazing Rolling Stones Morphing video

2008-06-13T11:43:00.000-07:00

If you are fan of Sebastian Kruger or even just a fan of the Rolling Stones or both. You will have to see this video.

A wild and intransing, morphing tour through over a decade of some of Kruger's amazing paintings of his favorit subject the Rolling Stones. See the his twisted masterful paintings twist and animate along.

http://www.limelightagency.com/Sebastian-Kruger/Video/Rolling_Stones_morphing.html

All Star Game 2008, New York Sprots Art Show

2008-06-10T11:00:00.000-07:00

MLB's All Star Game in conjunction with Pop International Gallery in New York will be hosting an art show like none other before. Featuring leading sports atist Stephen Holland and Opie Otterstad.

During what is expected to be one of the largest events in baseball history, the All Star Game of 2008 held at baseball's mecca Yankee Stadium during its very last season standing, they will be holding a few celebration events arround the city for those who have made the pilgrimage to enjoy and the home town fans as well.

One of the most exciting and without doubt unique attractions will be THE ART OF THE GAME, an art show in New Yorks premier gallery Pop international. The SoHo show place will have on display over a hundred works by some the biggest names in art to paint the subject of baseball (featuring Stephen Holland and Opie Otterstad).

The show promises many surprise visits that no fan would want to miss. It will also raise money for MLB's charity

The show will run through the month of July At:
Pop International Galleries at 473 West Broadway (@ Houston)
The event opening night will be July 11, 7-9 (rsvp only)

Visit the site www.allstargameart.com, email show@allstargameart.com, call the gallery 212 533 4262 for more information or to RSVP for the opening July 11, 2008 7-9

MLB All Star Game, Art show in NY

2008-06-08T23:24:00.000-07:00

MLB All Star Game and Pop International Galleries will host an art show for Sports and art fans like they have never seen before through the month of July.

While Baseball celebrates what may be the most remembered All Star Game in history at Yankee stadium during their last season. Back in Manhaton an all star even of it's own will take place.

MLB and Pop international gallery will gather together the biggest names in sports art. Featureing the art of the biggest selling artists of sports Stephen Holland and Opie Otterstad.

On July 11the the gallery will hold an opening that promises to be filled with surprises that no fan of the game will want to miss.

For More information visit www.allstargameart.com

Grace Slick interviewed by Malibu Arts Journal

2008-06-05T19:44:00.000-07:00

Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane fame was interviewed by her own adopted home town magazine the Malibu Arts Journal.

The Journal took in depth look at Slicks life story and what brought her to her second career as a painter, showing in fine art galleries throughout the United States and Europe.

Both gracing the cover with her art work and dominating the pages of the May issue. This has made for an epic magazine story.

The story was published during the lead up of her future show with VH1 to be held at her Santa Monica Gallery, Gallery 319 on Wilshire Blvd.

To read this fantastic story about Grace Slick and her career as an artist, click this link

Ronnie Wood and Keith Rchards Captured by Sebastian Kruger

2008-05-20T17:26:00.001-07:00

In the movie Shine A light, Keith Richards was asked who between him and Ronnie Wood was the best guitarist. Keith replied that the two of them combined were ten times better then anyones else.

Sebastian Kruger in his last limited edition offering The Guitarists , show shown us why it's the collective guitar sound of the Rolling Stones that arguably make the best rock guitarist.

This most recent edition of Kruger's paintings of the two of them has had an early amazing sucsses, selling out half the edition before the first broadcast announcing it's release.

Read the full story about Sebastian kruger's the Guitarist. A Rolling Stones suite featuring Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards.

We advise collecting this one quickly.

Stephen Holland's Jackie Robinson

2008-05-05T15:14:00.000-07:00

Artist Stephen Holland brings us a fantastic painting of Baseball trailblazer Jackie Robinson.

Holland was chosen by the Dodgers as their official artist, during their 50 years in Los Angeles celebration.

Over the year Holland will paint a series of paintings featuring the hero's that crossed the Dodgers field. Starting with Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in the Majors ever.

Read the full story about Stephen Holland's limited edition of Jackie Robinson here

This work is now available as a fine art limited edition, at official Stephen Holland Galleries.

Ronnie Wood Paint the Stones Black

2008-04-22T15:09:00.000-07:00

Ronnie Wood has done it again with his latest suite of limited edition prints, Paint it Black.

While all the world has the Rolling Stones in the front of their minds with the release of Shine a Light on Screens world wide, Ronnie has given us the view of the rock bands of rock bands.

This series of work screen printed on paper, features Stones members Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Lisa Fisher, Darryl Jones, and Bernard Fowler.

Read the full story on Ronnie Wood's Paint It Black suite of prints.

Artist Stephen Holland puts great Rocky Marciano to the canvas

2008-02-07T11:20:00.000-08:00

Top selling artist of sport and celebrity Stephen Holland has once again taken on one of the worlds all time tough guys, Rocky Marciano. In his latest painting he he's created a masterful tribute to boxing legend Marciano, as no other painter possibly could.

Now available to Holland's collectors and fans alike on giclee canvas in the form of a very small limited edition.

To read about Stephen Holland's print of Rocky Marciano and watch a video presentation come to Holland's home at limelightagency.com

Crossroads the latest art work by Grace Slick

2007-12-10T22:36:00.000-08:00

It's been forty two years since Grace Slick embraced and recruited Alice, the White Rabbit and the rest of Wonderland, to help comment on a very confusing time.

Speaking to a clash of Generations, a controversial war half the world away and a social climate that was changing very quickly. Grace found herself standing smack-center in this divide. Slightly older then the hippies and coming from a button-down upbringing, she felt the pull deeply from the cultural divide.

Learn more about Grace Slick's newest limited edition and how it came to be.

Signed Evil Knievel print by Stephen Holland

2007-12-06T20:40:00.000-08:00

On Friday Nov (2007) we lost a true living American legend, the worlds greatest dare-devil, Evel Knievel. Stephen Holland and all of us at Limelight would like to pass along our deepest sympathies tot he Knievel family.

Evel Knivel holds a special place in our hearts, as a short time ago Stephen was invited to add Evel to his long list of painted legends. That painting was transformed into a edition, that Mr. Knievel chose s one of the few things he would sign in his last days.

To learn more about this fantastic work of Evel Knievel by Stephen Holland please visit us at www.limelightagency.com