Philip G. DeLoach
Philip DeLoach is a professional artist with experience in graphic design, computer illustration, and mixed media.
Professional Experience: Philip spent ten years as a printer and graphic artist before he became a full-time artist. He was a content provider for the Artists' Exchange at About.com for six years. His Artists' Exchange Website was included in an article entitled "29 Must-See Web Sites for Artists" in the October 2000 issue of "The Artist's Magazine".
Was the Art Director for two years for a small movie studio called Selra Films, Inc. Kennesaw, Georgia.
Education: Philip holds a bachelor's degree in fine art from West Georgia College, Carrollton, GA. (Now West Georgia State University).
Mediums: Philip's art is mostly realism with some exploration of Science Fiction/ Fantasy and historical subjects. Mediums include drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, computer art including mixing photography and computer enhancements. The work is "illustrative" as if designed to illustrate a story.
Currently has illustrations in the recently released book "Foster's Store". An account of the life and lifestyles of college students at West Georgia College back in the late 60s - early 70s.
Currently has several stories at the "How to Make a Family" Website. Was commissioned to paint a mural for the museum that houses "The General" Locomotive in Kennesaw, GA. Was also commissioned to create a set of limited edition prints for the Sesquicentennial Celebration in Kennesaw, GA.
Did commission work for Allatoona Quilts, Inc. in Acworth, GA. Illustrated and did pre-press for the "Georgia Quilting on my Mind" magazine for Allatoona Quilts Inc., Acworth, GA.
- Former member of:
- Chattahoochee Valley Art Association, LaGrange, GA.
- Marietta/Cobb Fine Art Center, Marietta, GA.
- Etowah Arts Council, Cartersville, GA.
- Former artist, Webmaster, and Board Member of The Gallery Group & Art Studio, Mount Airy, NC
Awards/Honors:
Had my Poem "Paper Fans" published in the Community Arts Cafe Magazine, August '09 issue.
Gallery Group and Art Studio Artist of the month for February, 2009.
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Perspectives 2008 Open Art Show at Gallery Group Art Gallery. (click on image to get a larger view)
Won First Place in Oil and Acrylic Painting.
Won Third Place in 3D Sculpture.
