"Surging Skyline II" by Matt Puchalski

Dynamic Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan scape originally rendered in pastels by Chicago artist, Matt Puchalski. Available as a limited edition giclee on canvas or photo paper in custom sizes.

Private Residence: Contemporary Urban Loft

Above: Abstract paintings by Anton Weiss.

This kind of vertical installation of two or more pieces is known as a "stack." This home features very high ceilings with second-storey views, so two stacks of similar abstracts by the same artist were installed to great effect.

ArtFinders were very excited to have the opportunity to help this homeowner select art and framing for this home. This is the swankest urban loft we have ever seen and includes multiple levels of a once-commercial property. We love the way the designer has selected neutral colors throughout the rest of the home and used the art to add exciting color.

These abstract oil paintings are by Andre Padilla. Padilla's abstract baroque style has the dramatic feel needed to add some color and energy to the expanse of wall with 18' ceilings. Bold Larson Juhl frames help to group the paintings in with the console.

Below: A custom 8' wide limited edition giclee of "Surging Skyline" by Matt Puchalski in pride of place. The artist was present to supervise and assist with the installation of this piece.

Below: This is a contemporary landscape by Tienhaara. Have you noticed what a great job the homeowner and designer have done in selecting pieces of art that are different, but have a similar boldness of style and color palette? That thread of similarity has given all the pieces in the expanse of the loft a sense of continuity and design.

Below: An original mixed media abstract on canvas by Jim England.

Below: An abstract oil painting on canvas by Collins.

There is more to see (like sculpture!), but we will revisit this loft in a future post.

Paintings & Giclees of Matt Puchalski

(left)"A New DayII" variably-sized giclee ltd. edition of 95.

(below)"A New Day I" variably-sized giclee limited edition of 95.

MATT PUCHALSKI — Artist Bio

Matthew (Matt) Puchalski’s enthusiasm for art began at an early age when his mother taught him how to paint and draw. Puchalski earned his first formal recognition at the age of eleven when he won first place in an art contest for his drawing of Chicago Bull’s basketball great, Michael Jordan, set against Chicago’s skyline.

Matt Puchalski’s passion and commitment to art continued as he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design from the American Academy of Art located in Chicago. Through his creativity, he distinguished himself and was chosen as the class of 2003 valedictorian.

Puchalski has created a series of Chicago skyline original paintings and prints including landmarks such as the Sears Tower, Chicago Water Tower and the Art Institute. Puchalski’s style has been described as “modern impressionism” for his use of quick, calculated brushstrokes and intense colors.

Puchalski explains the process and technique behind the creation of his art:
“I begin by taking photographs of Chicago’s breathtaking skyline and architecture that later serve as reference material for my pastel paintings. Using sandpaper as my substrate, I lay down thick strokes of pastel creating dynamic, vibrant compositions inspired from my photographs. From the original paintings, Giclée prints are created at Masterpiece Framing utilizing state-of-the-art printing equipment.”

See more of Matt's art at www.mattsart.com.