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PORTRAITURE OF DEATH By Anthony Alden Vines

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  I remember when my brother died 10 years ago; his death brought tears to my soul. I was engaged in my normal busy schedule and heard an unearthly voice that said “call home”. I stopped immediately what I was doing, picked up the phone, and called my mom. My nephew picked up the phone and said they found Uncle Marvin at his home unconscious and rushed him to the hospital. I knew the end was coming; he had been diagnosed six months ago with terminal lung cancer and fought a valiant battle to survive with dignity. He knew he would lose the battle, but he wanted to die a warrior. With honour and dignity, he didn't want to stretch out his impending death by having someone take care of him. He chose to die in control and the comfort of his home. I hung up the phone, composed myself and jumped in my car to make the two-hour ride to Toledo. God is great! No one thought to call me and tell me that he was fighting for his life in intensive care, yet the spiritual connection between m

I'AM WHO I'AM COLLECTION

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WE HAVE RELEASED A LIMITED EDITION OF ESTATE-CERTIFIED  NUDE ART GICLEE PRINTS FROM THE PHOTOGRAPHY ARCHIVES OF MARVINES. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE RESPOND TO OUR CONTACT LINK. The featured photograph above is titled: "SEASONS OF A MAN" 18 X 24 S/N 150.00                                      Painter Marvin Vines laid his brush against the canvas and created an astonishing nude/figurative collection artistically documenting the Black male. The "I'AM WHO I'AM” exhibit exudes a respect rarely given to the Black male. A mix of erotic appeal and deep humanity combine to celebrate the contemporary Black male while reflecting his power, dignity and beauty. You can feel the vitality of these brothers, their masculinity encompassed by perfectly sculptured bodies as they penetrate the imagination. “I'AM WHO I'AM” will serve as a visual catalyst igniting renewed pride among African American males. Soul on Canvas Publications is booking venues to

FEATURED LINKS ABOUT MARVIN VINES COMMUNITY ARTS

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FEATURED LINKS AND BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION ABOUT ARTIST MARVIN VINES http://www.thetruthtoledo.com/pdf/2009/031809pdf.pdf https://xurbanmusicmag.wixsite.com/mysite-mvcac https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04W0ZIvI5KE

MARVIN VINES BIO VIDEO

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In memory of the late artist Marvin Vines, “THE DIVERSITY OF EXPRESSION” was established to preserve and explore his legacy. Considered one of America’s best-kept secrets, MarVines mastery in mixed media includes Oil, acrylics, collages, pen, ink, and sculpting. These unique collections of fine art reproductions are available in, limited edition Gic'lee, etchings, lithographs, and a limited number of original pieces. Each piece of artwork comes with a signed estate certificate of authenticity. We are confident this unique collection will immediately impact all communities valuing fine art and culture.   For exhibit and print inquiries, please contact Anthony Vines/ Publisher: 704-312-0452 or email us     at  anthonyaldenart@gmail.com   VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE:  www.marvinvines.com

ABOUT US / ONLINE STORE/ ESTATE CERTIFICATION

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My Reflection Open edition Lithograph 18x24 The MarVines Art Gallery is part of a nonprofit organization established in 1997 in memory of the late Artist Marvin Vines, known in the art world as MarVines, who combined two disciplines, art and education, to convey the plight of African Americans. MarVines’mentors recognized his artistic talents very early in life. He enrolled in art classes at the Toledo Museum of Art as a child. He continued to refine his natural talent by graduating with a master’s degree in art education. MarVines’ background as a draftsman enabled him to illustrate the essence of his subjects with precision and remarkable clarity. His mastery of multiple media, including acrylics, collages, colour transparencies, pen and ink drawings, leathering and sculpturing, is evidenced by an inventory of several hundred candid and exceptional works of art. The gallery fosters the creative development of artists in need who desire to showcase their talents in the v