Rob Croxford, Biography
Rob, not normally one to speak in 3rd person, has a BFA in fine arts, and has been painting professionally for over 16 years, both as a Scenic and Mural Artist.
For 5 years, Rob has painted his own artwork full-time to refine his techniques and cultivate his artistic voice. In this time, he has exhibited in 15 Outdoor Art Shows as well several gallery exhibitions including; Gallery 129 Ossington, Liss Gallery, The Lonsdale Gallery, and as part of The Artist Project.
Much of Rob’s work is topical and deals with a range of issues including; the global environment, urban issues, personal empowerment and good ‘old fashioned’ manners. Through irony, word puns and satire, Rob re-invents or reinforces time-honored wisdom/quotes.
As an activist for the environment, Rob has donated 10% of his sales from the last few years to the David Suzuki foundation.
Rob’s work, is always evolving and changing, and he looks forward to exciting future opportunities! When asked “what is to come?” Rob will promptly inform you that he has his sights clearly set on ‘global art domination‘!
Landscape Series
Politically charged landscapes from the last 2 years. 10% of sales donated to the David Suzuki Foundation!
Sign Series
A still developing series based on old decaying signage. Look for more from this series soon!
Etiquette Series
This older series borrows text from old etiquette books. This was my first successful series!
Painting Series
Previous Series
Including: Deco, Glamour, and Fairytale Series. Ranging styles of work 2002 - 2004.
Commissioned Work
Working with clients to create a great art piece for their
life & their space.
Collaborative Work
Double Standard is the name of the team of Diana Pakkala
and Rob Croxford.
“Little Works”
A group show of tiny artwork
Gallery at 129 Ossington
July 1st-25th, 2009
RECEPTION: Wed, July 8th 7-10pm
Queen West Art Crawl
Trinity Bellwoods Park,
September 18th- 20th, 2009
More info coming soon!!
Studio Sale!!
October 2009
Details T.B.A.
756 Queen St., Basement, Toronto, ON, p: 647.299.3151
Rob’s Studio
is located in the heart of Riverdale in Toronto.
Just underneath Hangman Gallery.
By appointment only.
Urban Series
This series deals with the issues of living in urban areas.
Enjoy this new series!
Tin Toy Series
This series has developed from where the Etiquette series left off! Lots of colour and lots of fun!
“I’d rather be 9 people’s favourite thing, than 100 people’s 9th favourite thing!”
from the broadway show “Title of Show”.
Wisdom from A to Z
This fun new series is now in process - for an exhibition in April,
at 129 Ossington!
