Probably, the most obvious artistic influence is the work of Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol and the artists of the 1960's Pop Art Movement. Klucar has many art influences from Picasso, Dali, and Modigliani to contemporary artists such as Shag, Mark Ryden, Coop and Skot Olsen. Since then he has been the official artist of the Riverwalk Blues Festival in Fort Lauderdale, FL and he has participated in many art shows including My Way: A Tribute to the Rat Pack at the M Modern Gallery in Palm Springs, CA. In 1996, Klucar began exhibiting his work at the Kent Hotel and Bash nightclub on South Beach, FL. It was during this time, that a chance meeting with pop artist Romero Britto would inspire Klucar to bring his art to canvas. Publications where he moved up the ranks to become an Art Director. were he worked on accounts for Universal Studios, The Florida Marlins and The Florida Panthers.īy 1994 he began working at Warner Bros.
In 1992, his illustration ability landed him a job with Art Directions, Inc. Graphic Design seemed to be a practical route for young Klucar. Initially, his work there was very humbling but, the knowledge he gained from the other artists that frequented there and the store's extensive art book library opened his eyes to possibilities in the world of art. One of his first jobs was at Rex Art Supplies in Coral Gables, FL. This positive feedback encouraged him to continue creating and fueled his desire to improve his skills. They met and married in Miami, FL and raised a son by these two cultures.ĭuring his early childhood Klucar began getting the attention of his family and teachers with his drawings. He was the American-born son of a Slovak butcher from Ohio and she was the daughter of a Cuban family that immigrated to The United States in the 1960s.
Artist Statement Born 1972 in Miami, FL to Jay and Laura Barredo Klucar.
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