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PaintJam Dan Dunn
Published on 28 Jun 2007 at 6:37 pm.
20 Comments.
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People are so amazing. Wait til you see this video on YouTube about PaintJam Dan Dunn
Enjoy!
Lorraine
www.powerfull-living.biz
denvergirl on 3 Jul 2007 at 8:31 pm: 1
Yes, people are amazing, but while Dan Dunn is amazing, he is not original. Denny Dent, who passed away in 2004 was the “original” when it comes to this type of performance art - his “Two-Fisted Art Attack” was truly something to experience. He did it to music, you did not know what portrait he was doing until he was finished, and he had unbelieveable energy!! I saw him perform several times in Denver, and I truly miss his genius and spark.
lorraine on 3 Jul 2007 at 8:44 pm: 2
WOW - I never heard of Denny Dent. I would have loved to see him perform. How great you had a chance to see him in person.
Thanks for telling me about him.
Check him out:
YouTube
Enjoy!
Debbie on 4 Jul 2007 at 12:55 am: 3
Paintjam Dan
You are amazing. Where are you located? I would like to possibly hire you to do some art work for a fundraising event. Can you let me know what you would charge?
Thanks Debbie
Bob on 4 Jul 2007 at 7:47 am: 4
Actually Denny started it, then Michael Israel took it to new horizons… Dan is now copying Israel. He certainly is not an orrigional. Check out Michael Israel. Note how long Michael has been doing this and how much more together Israel’s act is. http://www.michaelisrael.com Michael started the spinning canvas and Dan actually has copied many more of Israel’s signature moves. Dan just put it up on you tube first. hmmm
Jeremy Sutton on 5 Jul 2007 at 8:52 am: 5
I saw Denny Dent perform back in the late ’90s and his energy was astounding. I recall at one point in his performance he stopped the music, turned to the audience, and pleaded ” I can’t go on, I can’t feel you’re energy, I need to feel more energy!!!” at which point the audience erupted into screams of encouragement. And, voila, the music blasted back and he finished the painting in style!
One of his art performance skills was managing to keep the audience guessing how his painting would transform into a portrait until the very last minute. It was always very entetaining.
His web site lives on after him: http://www.dennydent.com
This quote sums up his philosophy: “It’s not what you do, but the way you do it that’s important. Whatever you do… do it with all your heart. Be what you are… be creative!”
Cheers,
Jeremy
Sydney Stevensons on 12 Jul 2007 at 9:27 am: 6
I think Dans PaintJam was amazing. Even if some moves were copied that doesn’t mean he is unoriginal. You get angry at him for copying but not Micheal Israel? Also unlike Denny whom i also saw preform he is much faster and has more cartoon drawings than either man; Denny or Micheal. Other types of art such as caricatures don’t have nearly as much originality but people still love them. Think about it, he has to come up with each new piece and do them in minutes flat. That is mindblowing.
Thanks,
Sydney.
Janice Rutland on 22 Jul 2007 at 12:55 am: 7
Have you seen this guy Rock Demarco?
http://www.RockDemarco.com
Unlike the other guys, he actually works with real celebrities.
Janice
Scott on 5 Dec 2007 at 12:25 am: 8
Just ran across this. I have been to all these guts sites and watched their videos. I have to admit I like Rocks work the best. He works with the celebrities on stage with him and does a remarkable job. I saw him set a record on Good Morning America; he painted Diane sawyer in 5 min 30 sec. He also does quite a bit of charity work, donating paintings to raise money. Things such as painting Jack Hanna for the guide dog program in Florida. Good Guy
Emily on 5 Dec 2007 at 8:38 pm: 9
This guy Rock Demarco will be opening for Alice Cooper on Dec 15th in Phoenix infront of ten thousand people for anyone who will be out that way. This event was actually advertised in England where my husband and I vacationed. I agree that Rock’s show is the best I’ve seen compared to the other guys but should we really be picking favorites when it comes to art? Art is to be appreciated by all!
lorraine on 5 Dec 2007 at 8:49 pm: 10
Thanks for stopping by all and leaving the names of some other great artists out there.
I couldn’t agree more with the comment about appreciating all the talent out there in the world.
I’ll be checking YouTube.
Have a great holiday!
Lorraine
Scott on 5 Dec 2007 at 8:55 pm: 11
I agree with Emily. Art is for the people, for the beholder. All these guys are very talented and should not be sold short. I think it is a wonderful time when we can all be exposed to so many artist and types of art.
thanks
TRF on 17 Jan 2008 at 9:39 pm: 12
Denny Dent was th original! I too saw him in Denver in the early 90’s. He was amazing!
Kat on 21 Apr 2008 at 10:20 am: 13
While drinking my mandatory coffee I caught Rock Demarco on the ABC morning show here in Texas where he was promoting his opening for Dana Carvey that evening. Wow! He sure has his own signature look and style.
Love that glove with paint brush finger tips. Cool!
He’s the Rock Star of the art world.
Dan Dunn on 9 Jun 2008 at 11:34 pm: 14
Denny was the greatest. No Question. There are others.
I repsect my other talented artistic brothers and sisters.
I am having fun entertaining people with my work and as my manager says, sure others paint like this but you are the guy with 12 million hits on you tube and touring the world.I must be doing something right. Props for Denny, may he rest in peace. I never deny that he was my inspiration, but I am trying to find my own voice.
All the best, Dan Dunn, Paintjam. http://www.paintjam.com
lorraine on 10 Jun 2008 at 7:11 am: 15
What a surprise and honor to have you stop by my blog and leave a comment Dan
Your work is inspiring and needed at a time the world is in such pain and turmoil.
We all seek to find our own voice
Cheers,
Lorraine
Dan Dunn on 27 Jun 2008 at 10:37 am: 16
The honor is mine. Thank you.
All the best,
Sincerely
Dan Dunn
Rock on 6 Jul 2008 at 8:17 am: 17
Just stmbled on this blog and I wanted to add that yes, Denny Dent may have opened the door to the fast-paint world, but Dan Dunn has kept that door open by sharing his great talent via his Youtube blast that reached homes across America. Dan is a personal friend of mine and he ROCKS!
lorraine on 6 Jul 2008 at 11:04 am: 18
Thanks for adding your thoughts!
Cheers,
Lorraine
Amy on 2 Sep 2008 at 3:09 pm: 19
I really think Michael Israel has the best overall presentation and quality of his work. He also donates a lot to charity and travels the world. He has raised millions for international and national charities and has 7 millions hit on You Tube, so maybe Dan Dunn isnt so originial
lorraine on 2 Sep 2008 at 3:29 pm: 20
It seems there are a few great folks out there doing the same kind of entertainment and are doing it with great talent and style. Giving back some of the monies earned to contibute to making the world a better place is great to hear. Thanks Amy!
Best,
Lorraine