AI ART BY STEVE PARGMAN & RALPH SKIDMORE

Carnival Exhibition February 24 thru March 15

AI ART EXHIBITION

BY STEVE PARGMAN & RALPH SKIDMORE LUKA ART GALLERY BIESTER PALACE , SINTRA CURATED BY ANA CAROLINA AZEVEDO

Steve Pargman & Ralph Skidmore Steve Pargman, renowned for innovative home furnishings and pioneering manufacturing techniques, co-founded MYX with Ralph Skidmore, bringing his wealth of experience from developing a leading fashion frame company to strategic triumphs in global retail. Steve´s foresight transformed Terragrafics into a ceramic fashion frame trailbla zer, later guiding major retail initiatives, including the successful Flexo's frame line and won awards at major retailers around the globe. Ralph Skidmore, a trendsetting product creator, art director and stylist who led a $27 million business, paired his product development expertise with Steve's operational acumen. Skidmore's strategic revitalization at Lasercraft and subsequent creative consultancy cemented his status as an industry innovator.

After being “friendly competitors” for over 20 years, in 2004 they joined forces to create MYX (make your mark), blending their expertise in home furnishings and innovative design. Synthesizing Steve's manufacturing innovations with Ralph's visionary approach to design and marketing. Their collaborative efforts at MYX have established a new standard in artful design and consumer product solutions.

Over 30 years ago, Steve aimed to develop a computer program that created product design as if it were designed in the style of Picasso, Frank Geary or other designers, architects or other artists; a project halted prematurely yet never forgotten. The emergence of AI art has reawakened this vision, leading Steve to create over 10,000 ima ges in just a year, showcasing the powerful blend of emotion and technological precisi on AI offers.

This journey has been transformative, allowing Steve to explore new artistic realms and blend historical artistry with modern innovation.

AI art has become a crucial part of Steve´s creative process, akin to groundbreaking tools like Photoshop, aimed at creating pieces that connect emotionally with viewers.

Their goal is to use AI to produce art that not only captures the imagination but also touches the soul, making each piece a bridge between the artist's intent and the audience's experience.

Ralph & Steve moved to Sintra, Portugal 6 years ago after selling their business and retiring, but retirement couldn’t last forever! It’s kind of like a full circle doing much the same as when starting out over 50 years ago. This is their first exhibition and they are proud to showcase their work at Luka Art Gallery in “O Palácio Biester”.

Hope you enjoy the show!

"With regal poise amid the shadows, he bears two tales untold, in his eyes, a kingdom's history, in his heart, a courage bold."

Duke of Barkington 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the silence of the snow, a solitary line of her reign, the empress whispers of love's delicate domain."

Empress of the Frosted Realm 52 cm X 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"Beneath the hood, there's a tale untold, of love, of life, of taking back the night; the woods are deep, but I am deeper still, a red thread in the tapestry of twlight."

Enchanted Vermilion (3 Panels) Center 90 cm x 120 cm 2 End Panels 42 cm x 105 cm

Price: 875 # of Prints: 1/1

"She dances in the light, a single line of grace aloft, where roses bloom in tender flight, and her spirit soars soft."

Grace Amongst Roses 52cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

"Amidst the stained glass and whispered prayers, a single line reveals her silent cares, the guardian angel's gentle, watchful stares."

Guardian of the Gala 52cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

"In golden whispers and velvet gaze,

a regal heart beats beneath the crown, yearning not for thrones but for tender touch, a silent ballad of loyalty over renown."

His Royal Highness of Puglia 52cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the quiet of his gaze, two stories of a kingdom's past and future days, his royal heart beats beneath the golden haze."

King Cat of the Carnival 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

"In the tapestry of red, a threefold story is softly said, of love's disguise, of dreams that rise, of a masquerade where hearts are led."

Masquerade of Red 52 cm X 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

In the hush of midnight´s masquerade, veiled in the dances silent grace, a tender touch beneath the stars, in the masquerades embrace.”

Midnight Masquerade 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"With each step, she weaves two tales of ice and splendor, secrets held close in a wintry dance, her presence both fierce and tender."

Mistress of the Winters Whisper 62 cm x 82 cm framed Price: 290

# of Prints: 1/1

"Through the veiled morning light, the secret garden whispers of lost love, its silent blooms bearing witness to the tears shed in the quiet solace of its embrace."

Secret Garden 35 cm x 97 cm framed

Price: 225 # of Prints: 1/1

"Beneath the ocean's song, a solitary whisper of her reign, the empress moves where the depths belong, her grace a silent refrain."

The Empress of the Deep.

62 cm x 82 cm framed Price: 290

# of Prints: 1/1

"In the ballroom's golden glow, a single line of an enchanted tale, two lovers waltz, faces unknown, a dance of love beyond the veil."

The Enchanted Waltz 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

"In the ballroom's clandestine glow, a single line of a royal encounter, two souls dance, masked in mystery, whispering promises tender."

The Royal Encounter 62 cm x 82 cm framed Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"A single step among the fallen leaves, her red heels whisper tales of autumn's tender reprieve."

The Waltz of the Red Heels 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235

# of Prints: 1/1

"In the hush of the candlelit room, she's a portrait of mysteries untold, her masked gaze an invitation to the depths of a heart once cold.”

Whispers of Temptation 52cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"Enthroned in the solitude of the ocean's embrace, my longing weaves through the water's waltz; here in the depths, my dreams surface, fleeting as the foam."

Aquatic Elegance (3 Panels Center 90 cm x 120 cm 2 End Panels 42 cm x 105 cm Price: 875 # of Prints: 1/1

"Adorned in finery, gold, and gem, her threefold story spins—of whispered purrs within the court, of elegance woven in a feline's skin."

Duchess of Purington 52 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 235 # of Prints: 1/1

"Amidst the carnival's embrace, they twirl and sway, a dance of masks in the night's display, where their secrets in the moonlight stay."

A Dance of Masks 27 cm x 46 cm framed Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"Amidst the twilight's purple shade, a solitary jester contemplates, his painted smile hiding tales untold in the evening's quiet fold."

A Portrait in Purple 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"She reigns over the revelry, her gaze a regal command, as the monarch of Mardi Gras, where all is grand."

Mardi Gras Monarch 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"Behind the masquerade's allure, a single line of stories untold, the mask's mystique whispers of a love both brave and bold."

Masquerade Mystique 27 cm X 27 cm framed Price: 150 # of Prints: 1/1

"Beneath the twirling masquerade masks and vibrant smokes of deceit, our dance was a silent goodbye, each step echoing a love that could have been."

Masquerade Waltz 35 cm x 50 cm framed Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"Golden whispers trace her skin, two tales of allure from within, where every glance is a silent spin of the mystique that lies therein."

Mystique in Gold 33 cm x 43 cm framed

Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"Seated among roses, the jester's eyes betray a solemn tale, a stark contrast to the vibrant petals and his colorful regale."

Petals of Jest 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"Amidst the murmurs of the crowd, his feathered poise is solitude aloud, a single silhouette against the pageantry endowed."

The Dance of Feathers 33 cm x 43 cm framed

Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"Shrouded in mystery's allure, he stands, the ghostly gallant of lost lore, his eyes a silent sonnet to the love he once wore."

The Ghostly Gallant 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"Beneath the mask's vibrant jest, two stories lie in wait, of laughter spun from sorrow's thread, of fate entwined with fate."

The Jesters Dawn 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"Behind the mask's floral crown, a line of beauty shrouded in mystery, where petals fall on whispers down, she blooms in silent history."

The Masked Bloom 27 cm x 27 cm framed Price: 150 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the garden of twilight, every bloom whispers her name, a masked enigma, dancing in fame's delicate game."

The Spirit of Flora 27 cm x 27 cm framed Price: 150 # of Prints: 1/1

"As dusk embraces the city of lights, a solitary figure tells a tale of twilight serenades and masked delights."

Twilight Serenade 30 cm x 52 cm framed Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the quiet dawn, her gaze captures whispers of a day reborn, secrets veiled in the morning light, waiting to be worn."

Whispers in the Morning Light 37 cm x 45 cm Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"By the murmured tales of the water's edge, she stands, a vision of velvet and blue, her gaze holding the secrets of the tide's pledge."

Whispers of the Waterfront 33 cm x 43 cm framed Price: 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"In the court of furry grace, two silent tales of a gentle face where regal paws and soft fur embrace, sovereignty fills the smallest space."

Adorable Sovereign 52 m x 72 cm framed

Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"Through misty spires and watercolor memories, a line of hope glimmers, painting dreams of what once was, in the heart's quiet gallery."

Echoes of Hopeful Hearts 35 cm x 97 cm framed Price: 225 # of Prints: 1/1

"Like a phoenix rising through fiery blooms, I find strength in my own rebirth,

yet the ashes of my past cling to the hem of my gown.

In this fusion of fantasy, I dance alone, cloaked in the brilliance of a love that once burned too bright."

Fusion of Fantasy 62 cm x 112 cm framed Price: 365 # of Prints: 1/1

"Behind the gilded blush, a single whisper of the masquerade, where hidden truths and silent yearnings are silently paraded."

Gilded Blush 72 m x 52 cm framed Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the hazy twilight where secrets linger like mist, we twirl in the masquerade of the forgotten,

our smiles hiding the depths of untold stories.

Here we are, mere apparitions of mischief, our silent giggles resonating with the ghosts of our past."

Mischief in the Mist 66 cm x 76 cm Price: 350 # of Prints: 1/1

"Behind masks painted with the colors of a thousand sunsets,

we lose ourselves to the night, our laughter a tapestry woven from the threads of vanished days.

Yet beneath the revelry, our eyes tell tales of solitude, a longing hidden in the prism of the night."

Prismatic Revelers 62 cm x 82 cm framed Price: 290 # of Prints: 1/1

"In the soft glow of the throne room's light, a line about the smallest prince, whose heart beats bold beneath the crown, and eyes that glint with royal hints."

The Prince of Grandeur 52 m x 72 cm framed Price. 175

# of Prints: 1/1

"Beneath the vaulted echoes of the ancient pillars, we move as one, our footsteps a tender language known only to the hearts that beat in time with the music's haunting thrum.

Here, amidst the swirl of vivid gowns and hidden glances,

The Waltz in the Hall of Pillars 35 cm x 97 cm framed Price: 225 # of Prints: 1/1

"Amidst the canvas of serene blues and golds, a single whisper of tranquility unfolds, the triad standing timeless and bold."

Triad of Serenity 54 cm x 82 cm framed Price: 390 # of Prints: 1/1

"With eyes like stormy horizons and a smile that cuts sharper than a saber, he sails through the flames of passion, l eaving behind the wreckage of love's innocence.

And there, in the dance of ember and ash, he whispers my name, a haunting melody lost to the crackle of the fire."

Vermillion Trickster 52 m x 72 cm framed Price: 175 # of Prints: 1/1

"Gone is the damsel, the silent figure waiting in the wings; here I am, a queen in my own right, the ruler of a canvas where my spirit dances free.

The echo of my laughter is my decree, my gaze as fierce as the colors that drape the world I've claimed as mine."

Who Needs a Prince!

35 cm x 97 cm framed Price: 225 # of Prints: 1/1

"Whispers of roses, two souls entwine, their silent story a tender line—a dance of shadows, a touch divine."

Blossom in the Dark 52 cm x 72 cm framed Price: 275

# of Prints: 1/1

Acknowledgements As we close the chapter on our first exhibition, set against the vibrant backdrop of Carnival Mardi Gras at the Biester Palace in Sintra, Portugal, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the myriad of individuals who have made this journey unforgettable.

Foremost, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Ana Carolina Azevedo, whose invitation to join this Carnival Art Exhibit and Gala Sintra Party has been nothing short of a dream come true. Your belief in our vision has been a beacon of inspiration.

A profound appreciation goes to Sandra Maria Rosa, whose unwavering support and encouragement have been instrumental in pushing the boundaries of our crea tivity. As a phenomenal ceramic teacher, Sandra has taught us the value of authen ticity in our artistic expressions, whether in ceramics or any endeavor we undertake.

Ralph and I are especially grateful to Nicolas and Louisa from Kilford Studios, who se expertise in printing has been pivotal. Their meticulous work and the use of Ar chival Pigment Print (Giclée) on archival papers have truly elevated our artwork. Your dedication has not gone unnoticed. The creation of the two large triptychs posed an exceptional challenge, brilliantly met by Go Factory.

Collaborating with such an incredible team has been an enri ching experience, and we are in awe of the exceptional work produced.

Our thanks also extend to Cheila Vaz, whose assistance and gentle reminders to "just take a deep breath" have been invaluable. Your help in assembly and your constant support have been a pillar of strength. And a “thank you” to Jay Finney for the unique contribution, know that your efforts are deeply appreciated. To all those who have lent a hand, know that your contributions have touched us deeply (you know who you are).

This exhibition could not have been what it was without your collective efforts.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for embarking on this remarkable journey with us. Your support, skill, and spirit have not only made our first exhibition a suc cess but have also laid the foundation for many more to come.

Contact us: https://www.instagram.com/myx.inc/ https://www.instagram.com/ras2710557/

steve2@myx.com

STEVE PARGMAN & RALPH SKIDMORE