Diving Board, gouache on paper, 9x12,” 2021
Who is ready for the George Billis Gallery's annual Cityscape Show? This amazing group show always brings together a variety of talented artists and their very different take on the "Cityscape," so you don’t want to miss it. I'm happy to show some new paintings, including a couple of new gouaches.
Check out the Cityscape Show in Los Angeles in person through August 28th, masks required.
Morning Light limited edition print, 18x29”
Start your Summer off right with a brand new print release! I’m happy to unveil my latest, Morning Light, 18x29,” printed on smooth cotton paper using archival inks, a limited edition of 75. This beautiful print showcases the innovative Studebaker Avanti, designed by Raymond Loewy in 1962 in the Modern mecca of Palm Springs. Sourced from my painting of the same name, I’m proud of how this print captures the coloring and crisp detail of the original. With Avantis being so rare and collectible, this might be your only chance to own one!
Take 20% OFF now through Sunday July 18th with code SUMMER20 at checkout - or use this discount on any other print in my shop!
Krisel House With Mailbox, oil on canvas, 24x42,” 2008
I'm pleased to participate in the Long Beach Museum of Art's biennial Art Auction XIX! This world class Museum has always put on stellar exhibits and operated as a cultural and learning center for the local community. I'm proud to have my painting, Krisel House With Mailbox, oil on canvas, 24x42," 2008, included in this event that raises funds for the Museum's programs and outreach to local students. This year's bidding takes place exclusively online through June 27th, so get your bid in now! My painting starts at only $1,900!
https://www.silentauctionpro.com/bidonlinedetail.php...
Check it out! The George Billis Gallery LA put together a really cool online catalogue of my latest show, Palm Springs Weekend, now on view! Click the link to see all the work, plus installation shots and some commentary. The show is heading into its final week - catch it before it closes June 12th!
https://issuu.com/gbgla/docs/danny-heller-catalog2021
A big THANK YOU to everyone who attended the opening reception of my "Palm Springs Weekend" solo show! It was truly a special experience sharing this body of work with people and getting to talk with them in person. To see so many friends and collectors meant the world to me, especially after a year of isolation and uncertainty. An extra special thank you to Tressa at the George Billis Gallery LA for her hard work putting it all together. In case you missed it, the show will be on view through June 12th.
www.GeorgeBillis.com
Morning Light, oil on canvas, 30x48,” 2021
I couldn’t be more excited for the opening of my latest show, Palm Springs Weekend! Please join me this Saturday May 15th from 4-7pm for the opening reception at the George Billis Gallery, Los Angeles. Come see this brand new body of work that focuses on the optimistic midcentury architecture that characterizes Palm Springs - a visual vacation after a year of bleak lockdowns. Mask up, show up, and say hello!
Palm Springs Weekend
May 15-June 12th
Opening Reception: Saturday, May 15th 4-7pm
George Billis Gallery, LA
Pick up the May issue of American Art Collector Magazine to read an insightful write-up of my upcoming Palm Springs Weekend exhibit! I've always loved this magazine, seeing all the new exhibits coming up and learning about new artists. Hopefully this article will help my work reach a wider audience and shed some light on the making of this series. A big thank you to everyone at the magazine for this honor and to the George Billis Gallery for making it happen!
Order your copy here:
Modern Chair In Afternoon Light Study, oil on canvas panel, 8x6,” 2009
The annual Venice Art Auction is on! This year is a little different as there isn't the open studios or the in-person auction, however now anyone can bid online from anywhere! Right now you can bid on a wide variety of artwork from the region's best established and emerging artists. I'm proud to have a piece included in this wonderful event whose proceeds directly provide health care and resources for those in need in the area. My painting Modern Chair In Afternoon Light Study, 8x6," starts at just $400. Visit the Auction site on Artsy and get your bid in by May 12th:
Vista Las Palmas Afternoon, oil on canvas, 30x40,” 2021
I’m pleased to announce my next exhibition: Palm Springs Weekend! Opening May 15th at the George Billis Gallery LA, this body of work has been a year in the making. During lockdowns and quarantines, this series allowed me to focus more on the concept of home and how better design can lead to better living. Join me for the opening reception (in person!) on Saturday May 15th, from 4-7pm. Although I’ll be fully vaccinated, masks will be required. Stop by, say hello, and see the show in person - something I won’t ever take for granted!
My statement on this new body of work:
After a difficult year of quarantines and “safer at home” orders, we’re slowly beginning to leave our homes to once again venture into the outside and the unknown. At no other time has the idea of “home” been under such examination: your geographical home, your mental home, and the home you share with others. My work has always focused on ideas of home, community, neighborhood, and social design. Through my paintings, I observe and document mostly residential design and architecture, and its historical impact, specifically that of the post WWII midcentury housing boom. It was a time of great growth, both in population and in ideals to improve quality of life. I thought about those ideals quite a bit during this past year of lockdowns and how those living in midcentury Modern homes perhaps fared better than most: open, airy floor plans; an attention to nature due to atriums and interior gardens; and an emphasis on leisure with beckoning swimming pools and spacious patios. I’ve always insisted that the city of Palm Springs embodies these principles above and beyond any others, and so I chose to focus on this location of optimistic architecture for my latest body of work. These paintings aim to transport the viewer to the sun-drenched landscape of swimming pools, swaying palm trees, manicured lawns, and colorful cars, not only as an escape during hard times, but also as a reminder that bright, well-thought out architecture is timeless and the key to better living. I hope people can reflect on these scenes, thinking about how they live and where they call home. Perhaps they’ll reevaluate their own living situation and make small adjustments. But if they can’t, maybe they’ll plan that next vacation, as things open up bit by bit, day by day, and we can all once again enjoy a Palm Springs Weekend.
-Danny Heller
Come out to see the annual Cityscapes Show at the George Billis Gallery's new location in Westport, CT! I have a few of my paintings joining work from the gallery's other talented artists, all focused on the theme of "the city." The show is on view now through May 9th. Mask up, stop by, and check out this fun group show and the gallery's beautiful new location!
I'm thrilled and honored to share that my painting is the cover artwork for Dominic Bradbury's new book, The Secret Life of the Modern House! This beautiful hardcover book dives deep into the history of architecture and design, and how its evolution has impacted our own homes. The themes of "home" and "architectural living" play a large role in my own work, so this book is a great fit. Purchase/order yours today!
A big thank you to Dominic Bradbury and Ilex Creative/Hachette Books for inviting me to be a part of this project!
I'm proud to share that my print, Butterfly Roof and Inner Tube, is featured in the latest Atomic Ranch Magazine in their "Cool Stuff" section! Not only does this quarterly magazine have boat loads of amazing midcentury eye candy, but tips, historic spotlights, and more to delight. This particular issue highlights all things Palm Springs, so I'm in good company. Pick up your Atomic Ranch copy/subscribe today - and if you like my print, purchase one today at the link below!
A big THANK YOU to Lindsay Jarvis for making it happen!
Happy New Year! As we begin a brand new year, I look forward with optimism that the year brings new opportunities, new experiences, and new adventures. And so, I thought I’d kick things off with a brand new print release! This latest one, Cadillac In The Driveway, celebrates all things bright and optimistic, with a colorful Cadillac - emblem of the optimistic 50s - set in the sunny world of Palm Springs. This 14x18” print “pops,” with archival inks on smooth cotton paper, and is a limited edition of only 75. And for one week only, enjoy introductory pricing of $160 - that’s 20% off! This offer expires on Sunday January 24th at midnight, so hurry over now!
Do you still need to finish that Holiday shopping? Do you still need ideas? Well, you’re in luck! Now through this Friday December 11th at midnight, you can buy select prints for 10% off, no code required, while supplies last. I’ll also include one of my special Oldsmobile 88 enamel lapel pins that I created as a bonus gift. Scroll through my online print shop to view all the sale items and order today to ensure arrival by Christmas!
Autumn is in the air! As we get closer to Thanksgiving (one of my favorite holidays), I tend to reflect upon the year and my current state. I have a lot to be thankful for not only this year, but in life in general. I’m grateful for loving family and friends, an ongoing career doing what I‘m passionate about, and living in a peaceful and beautiful part of the world. I’d like to think my artwork is an attempt to capture some of that beauty I see and the comfort I feel. And so, I’d like to make it a little easier for you to also surround yourself with that beauty: from now until this Sunday November 22nd at midnight, I’m offering 20% OFF all prints, including my latest release, Guggenheim Museum. Just use code THANKS20 at checkout. It’s the perfect time to refresh your walls or get a head start on Holiday shopping (this gives you time to frame the print by Christmas). I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving with those near and dear - and thank you for continuing to support my work!
With the colder weather setting in, I always think back to beautiful Autumn afternoons in New York City. It’s only been about one year since my last exhibit there, but I’m excited to get back. If any of you long for the sights and feel of the big city during this time of year, your’e in luck: I’m proud to announce the release of my brand new print, Guggenheim Museum. Printed using archival inks on smooth cotton paper, the print has an image measurement of 18x24” on paper 22x28,” and is limited to only 75. And from now until Sunday, November 22nd at midnight, use code THANKS20 to receive 20% off! Perfect for yourself or get a jump start on that Holiday shopping!
Taking Flight, giclee print on smooth cotton paper, 16x24,” limited edition of 75
Looking to travel but can’t due to flight restrictions and, of course, Covid precautions? Well, this beautiful print of the legendary TWA Flight Center is your best bet! Hit the skies again with this limited edition print and day dream of that spectacular feeling of taking flight. Printed using archival inks on smooth cotton paper, the print has an image measurement of 16x24” on paper 20x28,” and is limited to only 75. And from now until Sunday, October 11th at midnight, receive introductory pricing at only $200 - that’s 20% off!
"Cadillac In The Driveway," oil on panel, 11x14," 2020
New painting! I just finished up this guy, which acts as a sort-of bookend to the last Cadillac painting I did (SOLD). This will be on view as part of the annual Cityscape Show extended at the George Billis Gallery LA. Please contact the gallery direct for purchasing information:
A big thank you to Carlos Cardoza for supplying the inspiration for this piece!
Hello September!
It's tough to believe that we're almost into the Autumn season, with its golden colors, pumpkin spice everything, and cooler temperatures. Here in the California desert, we typically don't see a relief from the heat until November, so we can enjoy poolside cocktails and lazy days for a bit longer.
To celebrate the start of a new season - which may require a refresh of wall art - I'm offering 15% off all my prints in my online print shop. Choose from a wide selection of beautiful giclee prints, made using archival inks on smooth cotton paper. Just use code SEPTEMBER15 at checkout. But this deal is only for a limited time: offer ends this Sunday, September 6th at midnight!
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Pink Cadillac, oil on panel, 11x14," 2020
I'm happy to unveil my latest painting, Pink Cadillac, headed to the George Billis Gallery's tenth annual Cityscape Show! What started out as a demo for Dreamworks Animation has turned into this bright, sunny piece, capturing the escapist allure of Palm Springs. Contact the gallery to stop by and see this piece, plus the rest of the show, in person!