Category: Painting Process

Painting Process Navy Beach in Montauk Long Island

Navy Beach Montauk Painting by Borbay

When hockey teammate and friend Peter Niemi invited yours truly to join him in Montauk, I set the land-speed record for the word ‘yes’.

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Painting Process New York Yankee David Robertson

Yankee David Robertson Painting by Borbay

As I mentioned in the Robinson Cano recap, I’ve met some great people through the Major League Baseball Fan Cave. This is the second portrait created for the MVP Foundation — New York Yankee David Robertson.

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Painting Process New York Yankee Robinson Cano

Yankee Robinson Cano Painting by Borbay

Through the Major League Baseball Fan Cave, I’ve met some incredible people — one such individual is Doctor Thomas Haveron. After a few phone calls, Doc told me about his MVP Foundation, I offered to get involved… and that’s how I ended up painting Robinson Cano and David Robertson.

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ARTPROV at The Tank, A Painting for Charity

ARTPROV Borbay Painting July 2012

On July 12th, I joined the ARTPROV team for a performance at The Tank‘s beautiful new space. I created this painting in 80 minutes which will be auctioned to benefit The Life Through Art Foundation — stand by for details.

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Borbay on the BBC, Welcome One and All and All’s Facebook Friends

BBC Welcome Borbay

Thank you for stopping by. If you saw me here and found your way here — perfection.

Please take a moment to check out my work and process. Drop me a line anytime. Let’s get connected on Facebook and/or Twitter… if you like.

Painting Process The Guggenheim #4

Guggenheim Painting 4 by Borbay 2012

Back in 2009, my first professional painting was of The Guggenheim. This became an important landmark for my career, so I decided to try it again in 2010. Finally, I decided to make one each year for 20 years. This black-and-white canvas marks year #4 of 20.

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Painting Process Fred Lebow Portrait

Fred Lebow Portrait Painting by Borbay

Fred Lebow — runner, innovator, ladies man, founder of the New York City Marathon. Growing up on Long Island, I watched this race each year, dreaming of one day winning it myself. Alas, it was never meant to be, but my connection to running still runs deep.

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Painting Process The Chrysler Building at Magic Hour

Chrysler Building Painting at Night by Borbay

I’m pleased to release my latest commission: The Chrysler Building at Magic Hour. This painting was based on a series of photographs taken from the Rare rooftop bar one fine, late-spring evening.

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Painting Process Roberto Benigni as Johnny Stecchino

Roberto Benigni as Johnny Stecchino Painting by Borbay

Did you know that means Toothpick in Italian? It also means a fine place to be in Hell’s Kitchen.

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Central Park Art Session With Jake Nelson and Company

Experimental Central Park Sheep Meadow by Borbay

This past Saturday, myself, fellow artist Jake Nelson and some of my favorite people got together to enjoy a beautiful day in Gotham.

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