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1990

ABOUT JAVIPEE

Javi Perez has been creating with his hands since the beginning. He was either braiding hair, making replicas of Gumby with Play-Doh, or drawing his classmates on the margins of his science book. The art aisle at Toys R Us was his Mecca and those kits, books, and paints became his teachers. He has never taken an art class or been taught how to make stuff; he was, however, met with incredible support from his parents, family and friends to pursue painting because it felt special. Special to be good at making something out of nothing, especially without conventional tools. He just made them up. Javi attributes that abandon of technique to his signature style. With a BFA in theater, Javi is an observer. An observer of personal details and behavior that eventually make his subjects interesting to look at. He pays attention not only to their presentation of self, but rather how they feel about it all. His portraits are not serious nor should they be seen as such. They are silly, fun and colorful and looking too deep into their meaning might make you gay.

Do they come framed?

The works do not come framed. The frames you see on display are merely suggestions. If you would like help with framing, Javi is available for free consultation. He is also willing to have the work framed for you (for a small fee). He knows a guy.

Do you ship the paintings?

Yes, all paintings can be safely shipped across the U.S.

Is shipping included in the price?

Shipping prices will vary depending on your proximity to NYC and determined and proved with receipt. Shipping may be waved if willing to pay cash through any of the fancy apps.

Are they all original?

Yes, Kween, All paintings are one of one, you will own the only one.

Will you sell prints of originals?

Yes, “Limited-Edition Prints” of select originals are coming, just not here yet.

Do you take commissions?

Yes! Javi can do personal commissions, which means he will paint a portrait to the likeness of whoever you like (even pets) but artistic freedom remains in his creative hands and deranged mind (mwa-ha-ha!)