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Art 4 Life Announces Round Two Of Its Art For The Homeless Campaign
Everett, WA - February 19th, 2013
Art 4 Life's Artistic Director and sole artist, D. Rogale, is collaborating with Seattle visionary Kiantha Duncan to provide art for homeless people...again! Last summer the duo promised and delivered 20 stunning pieces of work to a men's homeless shelter in downtown Seattle, and now they are about to do the same thing for a women's shelter in the city. The date for the new installment has not been announced, and we were unable to reach the artist for comment. For more information on the project, watch this You Tube video: http://youtu.be/I5Chy93IhcQ
Art 4 Lifes D Rogale Is Nominated For Artist Of The Year
Everett, WA - September 10th, 2012
The Artistic Director of Art 4 Life Studios, D. Rogale, has been nominated for Artist of The Year by Art Trends Magazine. This is quite a distinction for the upstart studio, especially since the artist only decided to try art for the first time just 3 years ago. His iconic image of Steve Jobs has been chosen to represent his work, entitled "Life Requires Vision". To participate in the voting and see work from all of the nominees, please visit the Art Trends website.
D. Rogale Unveils Art Collection For The Homeless
Everett, WA - August 9th, 2012
Art 4 Life's Artistic Director and sole artist is in the midst of finishing and installing a 20 piece collection of art designed specifically for the homeless, and will be permanently displayed at a homeless shelter in downtown Seattle, WA. There will be a ceremony at the facility on August 19th, when the pieces will be viewed as a collection by the public for the first time. Neither the artist or a spokesperson for the studio were available for comment.
D. Rogale Wins Portrait Contest
Everett, WA - April 24th, 2012
In an international portrait contest with over 250 entries, Art 4 Life's Artistic Director and sole artist has taken 1st place with his portrait entitled "Life Requires Vision, featuring the iconic Steve Jobs. The artist or studio were not immediately available for comment.
Everett, WA - January 21st, 2012
Art 4 Life Artistic Director and sole staff artist D. Rogale has won another art contest; this time the subject matter was the eye. The contest called for a close-up rendering of the eye, and D. Rogale took first place with his painting "Calibrate the Beholder", pictured here. There were 80 images competing for the top prize, submitted by 58 artists from around the world. For more information on this emerging artist and to see more of his work, please visit his website.
D Rogale Wins Pastel Portrait Contest
Everett, WA - December 28th, 2011
Seattle artist and Art 4 Life Artistic Director D. Rogale has won an international Pastel Portrait Competition with his acclaimed painting 'Harsh Words Spoken'. The painting is one of the artists' most popular images, and is currently held in the artists' private collection. D. Rogale submitted two (2) images to the competition, with his other entry entitled 'Guardian Angel' finishing in a tie for 4th place. There were 60 artists in the competition from around the world, and a total of 110 entries, For more details on the competition and top finishers, please use this link. http://fineartamerica.com/contests/pastel-portraits.html?tab=leaderboard
D Rogale Donates Art To Boeing Future Of Flight Foundation
Everett, WA - November 7th, 2011
Seattle artist D. Rogale will be donating a piece of original art to the Boeing Company's Future of Flight Foundation. Details about the original piece and its value were not disclosed.
D Rogale Will Be The Featured Artist In October At Daniel Smiths Gallery
Everett, WA - October 4th, 2011
Art 4 Life's Artistic director, D. Rogale, has been chosen as the featured artist this month at Daniel Smith Art Supplies' Bellevue Store Gallery. The Artist's work will be displayed and available for purchase at that location until November 1st. D. Rogale is an instructor with Daniel Smith as well, and also has an upcoming Pastel Demonstration scheduled at the same location on November 17th. For more information on these and any future events, please refer to the artist's website: d-rogale.artistwebsites.com.
D Rogale Featured At Everett Home And Gift Show
Everett, WA - September 30th, 2011
Pacific Northwest artist D. Rogale will be featured at the Everett Home and Gift Show Sept 30th, Oct 1st and 2nd. After several successful events showing his work this summer, the artist is looking at the event as a kick~off for his fall and holiday art season. For more information on the artistand to see his work, please visit his website at d-rogale.artistwebsites.com. D. Rogale is the Artistic Director at Art 4 Life Studios.
D Rogales Solo Samba Wins Second Place
Seattle, WA - July 26th, 2011
Seattle artist D. Rogale place 2nd among 499 entries in an art contest in the Female Nude category. His piece, "Solo Samba" is available in print form on his website. The original work will be displayed in various venues in the Seattle area before being sold. D. Rogale is the Artistic Director and sole staff artist for Art 4 Life. Please visit the website for further information.
D. Rogale Angel Of The Lost Painting Wins Contest
Seattle, WA - July 21st, 2011
Pacific Northwest pastel artist D. Rogale has won another art contest; this time with his painting titled "Angel of the Lost". The contest included works from all mediums and and anything Rastafarian. More of the artists work can be found www.d-rogale.artistswebsites.com, or www.facebook.com/drogaleart4life.
Art 4 Life Announces Continuation Of Popular D. Rogale Series
Seattle, WA - June 8th, 2011
Art for Life has announced that D. Rogale, its sole staff artist, will continue producing work for the popular 'Angels' series. Pieces such as "Guardian Angel, "Angel of the Lost", and "Angel of Mercy" are current web sensations, leaving many followers clamoring for more. The artist says that the series started unintentionally with "Guardian Angel", but while creating that piece he found the subject matter and imagery so captivating he decided to do more work with the theme..
D Rogale Donates Art For Charity
Seattle, WA - May 6th, 2011
Seattle native and staff artist for Art 4 Life D. Rogale has donated two pieces of art to the Washington chapter of the Youth Suicide Prevention Program. One of the pieces is from his recent exhibition "Foundations of Seattle Jazz", and the other is a custom piece that will be painted for the highest bidder at the program's 3rd annual "Night of Jazz" auction and fundraiser on November 16th, 2011. For more information on the artist or the charity, please refer to their respective websites
Art 4 Life Releases D. Rogale Promo Video
Seattle, WA - April 30th, 2011
Art 4 Life has released a new video promoting their up-and-coming artist, D. Rogale. To view this video, cut and paste this link into your browser: http://youtu.be/NOCpUZMAGbw The video is 2:30 long, and covers a lot of the "classic" D. Rogale imagery as well as some of his most recent work. It is well produced and easy to watch, and for anyone not familiar with this artist's work it is the perfect introduction. Look for a lot more from D. Rogale and Art 4 Life in the near future.
Seattle, WA - February 5th, 2011
Press Release Art 4 Life is proud to announce D. Rogale has won the “Nude” contest on Fine Art America with his work “Authentic”. http://d-rogale.artistwebsites.com/ http://www.facebook.com/DRogaleArt4Life Email: drogale@yahoo.com In the recently concluded competition specifically for works in the nude category, D. Rogale’s piece “Authentic” place first in a group of 168 competitors from around the world. See results at http://fineartamerica.com/contests/nudes-contest.html?tab=leaderboard. This is D. Rogale’s third victory on the site, with an additional 3rd place finish to his credit as well. The Pacific Northwest native D. Rogale discovered his creative talents later in life than most. Growing up in Seattle, Washington he spent most of his energy preparing himself for a career in business. This was accomplished with the founding, growth and eventual sale of sever...
New D Rogale Exhibition Date Released
Seattle, WA - January 29th, 2011
Press Release D. Rogale is proud to present the opening of “All Things Italian; Life, Love, Food, and Wine” Exhibition. http://d-rogale.artistwebsites.com/ http://www.facebook.com/DRogaleArt4Life Email: drogale@yahoo.com This exclusive exhibit is showcasing the "All things Italian" series by Pastel Artist D. Rogale Akers, and features compelling, provocative, and emotionally driven portrait work, as well as beautiful landscapes and captivating still life paintings. Don't miss the chance to see D. Rogale capturing the essence of this region and people, as well as the food for their souls. Presenting artist: D. Rogale Akers Opening Saturday, July 9, 2011 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm running for 3 months Amici Italian Bistro 8oo4 Mukilteo Speedway Mukilteo, WA 98275-2653 Subjects: Various Italian themed Paintings Medium: Pastels Number of pieces presented: 15 The Pacific...
Seattle, WA - January 18th, 2011
Press Release Art 4 Life is proud to present the opening of “Foundations of Seattle Jazz” Exhibition, by D. Rogale http://d-rogale.artistwebsites.com/ http://www.facebook.com/DRogaleArt4Life Email: drogale@yahoo.com This exclusive exhibit is showcasing the "Local Legends of Jazz" series by Pastel Artist D. Rogale Akers, and features both hot, up and coming, and Hall of Fame Jazz artists hailing from the Emerald City. Don't miss the chance to see D. Rogale capturing the essence of these artists and the soul of their music. Presenting artist: D. Rogale Akers Opening Thursday, January 13 · 6:30pm - 9:00pm running for 3 months Lucid Gallery 5241 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105 Subjects: Various local jazz musicians Medium: Pastels Number of pieces presented: 9 The Pacific Northwest native D. Rogale discovered his creative t...
