And after........

And here's the result! The new Generation V version of panel N12/W14. Can you spot the changes? Some are pretty subtle......

Before......

This is the latest panel to come up for re-working in my random selection process. It's part of the heart of Ukrainia, the largest city on the Map. I will do my overlay on this sheet and then show you the "After" image when I am done.

The Map Factory

Ever wondered what my studio looks like? Here it is! Housed in my basement in Cold Spring, New York, the area is relatively tiny. But, since I work on only a few of the 8 by 10" panels at a time, it works. What you see in this picture is my work surface, my paint collection (to the right of the surface), a stack of collage material on the left, the stacks of current panels (behind and above the surface), and the master map tucked into the storage area below.

If you are in the area and want to visit just email me! I love to have visitors.

Or, if you have time to spare and want to help me in my project, let me know. I can't pay you, but I'll give you lunch!

The Gretzinger Map at the Farm

I recently got four more Map panels printed in the big 4' by 5' billboard format. Chris, our new Fake Rock Farm caretaker, helped me mount them on the East end of the barn the other night. So, if you are driving down Maple City Road, take a look!

ArtPrize 2010

I have finally figured out what I want to do for ArtPrize 2010: the entire Map! But there is a catch: I can only do it using the 2 by 2 1/2 inch Map "tiles". It will still cover a 14 by 14 foot wall. Now I just have to register and find a venue that will host me. Anyone want to volunteer to help me mount it? That will be a job; there are now over 2200 panels!

C'mon Down!

A big section of the Map is now mounted behind the bar at Right Brain! Come down this Saturday night and say hi. The artists' reception is from 6:30 to 8:30 at the brewery on Garland Street in Traverse City.

And, if you want to OWN a piece of Map real estate, the original panels are $240. Signed prints can be had for a mere $22 each. Just ask anyone behind the bar....

See you Saturday!

Another Opening; Another Show!

I have been invited to show the Map at the Right Brain Brewery/Gallery in Traverse City. I am thrilled about this because I love the place, and I love the beer they make there. The opening reception is tentatively set for April 17. I will keep you posted!