Join Virginia MOCA for an engaging artist talk with Daniel O’Connor of Danny O Studio, the Featured Artist for the 68th Annual Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show. Scheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Virginia MOCA, this event offers a unique opportunity to delve into O’Connor’s artistic journey and brand development. The talk, titled “From the Early Years to Present: How to Maintain a Career and Build a Brand,” promises insights into the evolution of a successful artist deeply rooted in the Virginia Beach community.
This special event kicks off the celebration of the renowned Boardwalk Art Show, providing attendees with a chance to meet Daniel O’Connor, enjoy complimentary donuts and coffee, and be among the first to acquire the 2024 Boardwalk Art Show commemorative poster. The poster showcases O’Connor’s original painting, What the Tides Brought In, a vibrant piece that encapsulates the energy and spirit of the Boardwalk Art Show.
Virginia MOCA annually honors an artist whose work embodies the culture and tradition of the Boardwalk Art Show. This year, Daniel O’Connor, a long-time participant, has been selected for this prestigious recognition. His featured painting, What the Tides Brought In, is a lively and intricate depiction of the art show, filled with artists, visitors, and playful hidden details, inviting viewers into a seek-and-find visual experience. This artwork is prominently featured on the official 2024 commemorative poster and T-shirts available at the event.
Daniel O’Connor’s artistic roots in Virginia Beach extend back to the early 1980s when he began creating T-shirt designs for the 17th Street Surf Shop Virginia Beach Va. His caricatures of local surfers quickly gained popularity, with one particular design featuring the iconic “nosepicker” becoming a local phenomenon. Remarkably, a single “nosepicker” design sold 600 shirts in just one day at the 17th Street Surf Shop Virginia Beach VA, solidifying O’Connor’s early success and connection with the local surf scene. Reflecting on this impactful period, O’Connor has created a limited-edition T-shirt, Wild Kingdom at the Wave, reminiscent of his vintage designs for the 17th Street Surf Shop Virginia Beach VA. This new design, full of whimsy and color, is available for purchase at the merchandise tents, while supplies last, offering a nostalgic nod to his early career beginnings and the enduring surf culture of Virginia Beach.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Daniel O’Connor, celebrate the Boardwalk Art Show, and explore the artwork of an artist whose career was significantly shaped by the vibrant atmosphere of Virginia Beach and his early work with the 17th street surf shop virginia beach va. Register now to secure your place at this insightful artist talk.
