"Fantastic Freebies is REAL!!!"

 

I received an email this morning asking if this offer is "real".  YES IT IS!!  Yes, very real. This "First Friday" bring to my studio toys in their original packaging or canned goods for the less fortunate and I'll give you various "Fantastic Freebies".  Check out link below for the specific details...

http://mcraystudios.blogspot.com/2010/11/fantastic-freebies-to-help-needy.html

 

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!!!

“Fantastic Freebies to Help the Needy”

 

December 3rd, 2010, the first 50 “First Friday” guests who bring a new toy in its original packaging ($5 value or better)* or canned goods (minimum of 5)* for a needy family this Holiday Season will receive a "Fantastic Freebie."  Each contributor will receive a signed jazz poster, signed & numbered lithograph, or signed sketch by artist, Eric McRay.

Let's share the Joy and Love of this Christmas Holiday Season with those less fortunate.

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!!!

McRay Studios

*Guest donations are subject to the acceptance of the artist.

"Cyber Monday at McRay Studios is Officially Over"

It's after 9pm. Cyber Monday at McRay Studios is officially over. Thanks to all who invested in original art and helped make today a success. If you weren't able to obtain the perfect piece of art for you. All is not lost. Keep in mind, this Friday is "First Friday". 

Hope to see you soon,  McRay

"Cyber Monday is Hot!!!"

 

 "Sold". Cyber Monday is hot!!!

http://mcraystudios.com/gallery.htm

"Cyber Monday at McRay Studios"

 

Cyber Monday at McRay Studios!!!

Shop from the leisure of your computer. Give your car a rest, and save gas!  Jump online and visit mcraystudios.com. Select your favorite works by Eric McRay. Simply call Eric at 919‐614‐2174 to complete your order. Save 10%. No minimum purchase required. Offer valid “Cyber Monday” November 29, 2010
only (9am‐9pm).

Looking forward to your call!

"Black Friday at McRay Studios is Officially Over"

It's after 6pm. Black Friday at McRay Studios is officially over.  Thanks to all who purchased pieces of art that stirred and touched your soul.  Today was a huge success!  But maybe you feel like you missed your blessing.  Well, this Monday is "Cyber-Monday".

Shop from the leisure of your computer. Give your car a rest, and save gas!  Jump online and visit mcraystudios.com. Select your favorite works by Eric McRay. Simply call Eric at 919‐614‐2174 to complete your order. Save 10%. No minimum purchase required. Offer valid “Cyber Monday” November 29, 2010

only (9am‐9pm).

Looking forward to your call!

"Black Friday 2010 at McRay Studios"

Black Friday at McRay Studios!!!

If you have ever wanted a work by Eric McRay, this is your golden opportunity.  Spend $50 or spend $5000, no minimum purchase required. Receive 20% off any art purchased in the studio on “Black Friday” November 26, 2010 only (11am‐6pm). You must present a printed copy of this offer to redeem.

See you Black Friday!

http://www.mcraystudios.com/gallery.htm

"Black Friday" & "Cyber Monday" at McRay Studios!!!"

Black Friday at McRay Studios!!!

If you have ever wanted a work by Eric McRay, this is your golden opportunity.  Spend $50 or spend $5000, no minimum purchase required. Receive 20% off any art purchased in the studio on “Black Friday” November 26, 2010 only (11am‐6pm). You must present a printed copy of this offer to redeem.

See you Black Friday!

Cyber Monday at McRay Studios!!!

Shop from the leisure of your computer. Give your car a rest, and save gas!  Jump online and visit mcraystudios.com. Select your favorite works by Eric McRay. Simply call Eric at 919‐614‐2174 to complete your order. Save 10%. No minimum purchase required. Offer valid “Cyber Monday” November 29, 2010
only (9am‐9pm).

Looking forward to your call!

http://www.mcraystudios.com/gallery.htm

"Never Leave Home Without My Sharpie"

Never leave home without a Sharpie. Don't ask me for directions or what something looks like unless you want a quick map or picture drawn. Just the other day, my mom and I were speaking of some odd lizard in the pet store, next thing she knew it was drawn on her newspaper. Her reaction, "That's pretty good". My response, "You paid enough for art school, it should be pretty good".

Reptile sketch on newsprint, drawn with my handy dandy Sharpie permanent marker. A Sharpie is to an artist, as a light-saber is to a Jedi Knight. I never leave home without my Sharpie!!

One-on-One with Poncho Brown

Larry "Poncho" Brown and I both attended the Maryland Institute, College of Art together back in 1983 and 1984.  I was an entering Freshman and he a graduating Senior.  This brother has been a great inspiration to me.  We both have similar backgrounds and experiences.  I was raised in Washington, DC and Poncho in Baltimore, MD.  As he spoke in this video, I thought, "Wow! I can relate to that".  Keep on keeping on Poncho!  You're a great inspiration!!!

"Duke Raleigh Hospital Here I Come!"

"The Capitol" acrylic on canvas 24x24 $800

"Marsh & Clouds" acrylic on canvas 30x36 $1500

"Lucky Mule Auction Co." acrylic on canvas 18x36 $900

Thanks to the Visual Art Exchange, tomorrow is day one of a two month exhibition of my scenery paintings at the Raleigh Duke Hospital.

"That's My Boy!!!"

Ethan and I brought my collages back to the studio from the American Tobacco
Campus exhibition. That boy of mine is a hard worker. He said, "We
have to be careful. These paintings are fragile. We don't wanna damage
them". Oh, did I mention smart too.

"McRay Paintings in Wilmington"

"Sky Blue Reflections" acrylic on canvas 30x40 $1600

McRay paintings currently available at Spectrum Art & Jewelry in Wilmington, NC. Check out the website and gallery. It's an exquisite gallery with great people.

http://www.spectrumartandjewelry.com/Eric_McRay.html 

"Happy Veterans Day!!!"

Happy Veterans Day!!! Thank you veterans for your service to our great country. As we all know freedom isn't free.

"Hope and I are Really Excited"

  

Just received this pic of "Number 3 (abstract)" hanging in my patron's home.  Here's what they had to say out their new acquisition, "Eric, It was good to see you last week at First Friday.  Hope and I are really excited about how great Number 3 looks in our house."
  
Thanks Chris and Hope!  All I can really say is, "The biggest compliment anyone can pay an artist is to collect the artist's work".

"Not Just A Purchase..."

When someone collects my art, it isn't just a purchase.  It's the beginning of a relationship.  Hopefully a friendship between kindred spirits that all love art.  This fine couple currently owns three McRay originals.

"Another New Collector!"

 

Another new McRay Collector!  This gentleman purchased "Peaceful Warriors", a unique collage painting which he added to his personal art collection.

"New McRay Collector!"

New McRay Collector! "Pearl Necklace" signed, numbered, limited edition giclee print added to her art collection.

"Pulse" Exhibition Extended"

"American Gothic?"   collage painting   23x19   Eric McRay

My exhibition, "Pulse: Pieces of Life" at the American Tobacco Campus extended another week. You still have time to view the show.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=245279&id=159180608922&ref=mf

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Jeff Koons: Money & Value | Art21 "Exclusive"

Jeff Koons interview in New York

"First Friday" is this Friday!!"

November 2010 Upcoming Event in Raleigh... "First Friday" is this Friday!! Join us for Open Studio at McRay Studios Featuring: Abstracts, Coffee Paintings, Collages, NC Scenery Paintings, Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Paintings "First Friday" Gallery Walk November 5, 2010 6pm - 10pm McRAY STUDIOS is located at Artspace, Studio 205 201 East Davie Street (Blount Street intersection) In the Art District of Downtown Raleigh (Near Big Ed's & City Market Produce) Tel 919.838.0755 ~ Email efmcray@aol.com Become a Fan   Follow Us Get more information by visiting our site www.mcraystudios.com ABOUT US  |  CONTACT US McRay Studios, ArtSpace Studio 205 | 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC 27601