July 2015 Update: Guggenheim #7 and We’re Officially Nomadic

Packed Hard

Hello Dear Friend — Two weeks ago, we stuffed a 17-foot-truck, turned in the keys to our Manhattan apartment and hit the road. Our nomadic adventure has begun with a three-month stay in Minnetonka, Minnesota. On September 30th, we fly to Jackson Hole for another adventure — but here’s what’s happening right now…

Guggenheim Painting by Borbay 2015

1. Guggenheim # 7

In 2009, I painted Frank Lloyd Wright’s Manhattan masterpiece — the Guggenheim. One year later, I committed to painting the Gugg’ each year, for 20 years. This years painting (#7) is titled “Mindscape Guggenheim” — only 13 years to go.

Four Year Anniversary Family Shot

2. Officially Nomadic

Last months big announcement has come to fruition — we are officially nomadic. And now for the recap of part one — the harrowing drive from Manhattan to Minnetonka.

Jagger Collage Painting by Borbay

3. Dear Jagger

I had the honor of painting Jagger’s portrait — the late, beloved Wheaton Terrier.

Lil Wayne Collage Painting by Borbay

4. A Proper Slant

In 2011, I unveiled my first cohesive body of work: seven portraits entitled the #KingsOfHipHop. Before I left Manhattan, I sat down with Abigail Struhl at Slant to discuss the #Kings, art, appropriation and authenticity.

5. And The Rest

Andy Warhol once said, “good business is the best art” — the rise of the independent artist reflects this notion. Here are my two latest Forbes posts, covering art business:

It’s fabulous to be back in the Minnetonka studio, working alongside my Father-in-Law Tom Hessel. Would you like to receive these updates directly before they are published online? Groovy.

Much love from Minnetonka… more to come.

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One comment

  1. Brendanbenfeeney says:

    THE MOVE……”It is better to leave, than to be left behind. Leaving New York’s never easy…” REM A new chapter in the Borbay book. Wishing you, E, and the family all the best. BBF–heading to NYC to shoot new work in a few weeks. Ben

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