James Andrew at the Hunt Slonem studio
My friend Harrison Morgan recently arranged for a gathering with the legendary Hunt Slonem at the artist’s home, studio, gallery, garden, and yes, aviary. The space is 15,000 square feet of pure hypnagogia—and very much the extension of Slonem’s art as well as the perfect launching point for the artist’s further creative investigations.
It seems this is exactly the psychophysical space needed to incorporate and so gloriously resolve the great cacophony of exotic birds, bugs, rabbits, butterflies, monkeys, voodoo saints, and even depictions of our beloved Abraham Lincoln that inhabit Slonem’s vision.
Work by Hunt Slonem
As you might imagine, I’m now quite excited about the possibilities Slonem’s work presents for the interiors I’m creating. Do have a look at The Worlds of Hunt Slonem when you’re in the mood for a wondrous adventure!
I’m sporting a red leather biker jacket by Gucci, blue plaid cotton shirt by Tom Ford, Paul Smith pale gray light weight wool pant, Gucci patent and silver leather belt, Yves Saint Laurent “Windsor” loafers in black leather and my fragrance is Creed Original Cologne.
James!
I woke up this morning thinking about a pink butterfly Slonem, that I almost bought last year. What a strange coincidence, as I had not yet read my daily WIJW. Am reading a great book by William Rieder,
called “A Charmed Couple, the Art and Life of Matilda and Walter Gay” set in turn of the century Paris and so evocative. Thanks for sharing this great Hunt Slonem experience, lucky you!
Dean
Dean,
I hope that pink butterfly somehow comes your way.
Slonem’s work is just magical and I can’t wait to grace the many fine interiors I have created with some of his brilliant works.
Cheers
JA
Who’s a pretty boy, then?
X, Danny
James,
Just purchased “The Worlds of Hunt Slonem” Am sure the pink butterfly has long since flown away!
Dean
me encanta, qué bellas obras!
Dear James!
What a great post! I love the painting with blue and golden tones, it´s amazing!
Have a great day!
Big Hug,
Christian
Gorgeous paintings, I love them! excellent work!
Best Regards,
Mara
Qué belleza! me encantaría poder comprar uno!
saludos desde México!
Martina
I am a tremendous fan James Andrew , and a collector of Hunt Slonem’s fabulous art , which is truly wonderful to live with , and enjoy every day !
Wonderful article !
Great James , im honored to enter in Yr blog, where the really style, beauty, and the class are every moment present.
Im very proud to Be Yr and Harrison virtual italian friend.
You two are simply CHIC.
With all the respect, Yr simple friend filippo