Marcus Sterling Alleyne

Acrylics* Oil * Murals * Canvas * Still Life *Pastels * Portraits * Sculpture

Bio

A mixed media artist, Marcus explores the presence of the sacred in his

everyday life as a primary source for inspiration and content of his paintings.

His interest in art as a tool for social change has led him through the journey

from free expression of urban art spray-painting to the innovative, creative,

and unique visual presentations he now offers in his dynamic work. His art

sensibilities bring a distinctive look to the variety of media he uses in creating

his images. Growing up amidst the architectural richness that Chicago offers,

Marcus has extended his acumen and repertoire in art through formal education,

internships, and travel throughout the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean.

Currently, his artwork is enjoyed by galleries, universities, and in the homes of

private collectors.

I love art. All types of art inspire me. From drawing and doodling, to painting and sculpture, I have always had a passion to create. I feel like art is a way to communicate to the present world without knowing its tongue. Art's inimitable fingerprint is left for future generations to examine and interpret. Art is a way to make a house feel more like a home. And to some people, art is a way of adding value to their standard of living. It's no surprise my art, then, is a melting pot of the ideas and interpretations of the art I absorb.

Abstract art has always been a favorite of mine because of its ability to bring a new reality into existence. Art remains to capture the minds of people to this day because of its inventive nature. Art animates practicality. Ultimately, we are all creations of the one original artist and designer of all things, God. So, in His likeness, is my existence. Prepared through daily prayer and meditation, completed by celebration, the art I create undergoes a process reserved for magical potions and medicinal concoctions I simply ask that you take a journey with me into an image, so that together we might see the same common goal and work towards in it unification..

Solo

Art Show and Reception, Hosts: Mr. & Mrs. Milton Norris, 2004

Art Show and Reception, Hosts: Brandon Johnson & Robert McGee III, 2004

Kristoffer’s Café, Second Fridays Art Walk in Pilsen, Chicago Arts District, 2005

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) African American Cultural Center: “The Final Word”, 2005

UIC AACC: “Following The Truth”, 2007

UIC AACC: “Following The Truth, Part II”, 2009

UIC AACC: “The World is Yours”, 2010

Gallery

Art Werks Gallery, Hyde Park, Chgo., 1999

Block Fine Arts Gallery, New Buffalo, Mich., 2005

Gallery Romain, “Around the Coyote” Wicker Park, Chgo., 2005

Fine Art Masters.com, 2005

Griffin Gallery, “Beverly Hawkins Collection”, Chgo., 2007

Gallery Guichard, “Canvas Soul”, Bronzeville2008

Perry Mansion Cultural Center Grand Opening & Fund Raiser, Chicgo, 2008

Education

AAS Associate of Arts: Electronic Graphic Design, The American Academy of Art, Chgo., 1998

Internship: Assistant Art Director, LOUD Records, New York City, N.Y., 1999

BFA Bachelor of Fine Arts: Painting, The American Academy of Art, Chgo., 2004

Joel Oppenheimer Inc., Framing Manager 2011-present, shipping dept. 2006 - 2011