FIFTEEN YEARS OF LEARNER’S STATUETTES!

Hitchcock Designs has been creating the Learner’s Statuettes exclusively for St. Louis Central Institute (CID) for 15 years. CID is a school where children who are deaf learn to listen, talk, read, and succeed. CID empowers families and professionals worldwide.

The statuette is a replica maquette of a much larger marble statue in the CID lobby. The smaller maquettes are hand cast and finished resin miniatures which are mounted on walnut bases. CID uses the statuettes to acknowledge donors who have made a significant donation to CID. Hitchcock Designs creates 16-24 statuettes annually for Central Institute of the Deaf.

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Clearly Human IV

Artist Philip Hitchcock has been juried into CLEARLY HUMAN IV, an all-media group exhibition of artwork focused on the human figure, hosted by The St. Louis Artists’ Guild. CLEARLY HUMAN IV will showcase Hitchcock’s newest sculpture, “Green Man.” Clearly Human gives a comprehensive look at the many ways of representing the human figure, from traditional to contemporary, realistic to fanciful, beautiful to unsettling. The exhibit seeks a diverse view of humanity representing subjects varying greatly in gender, age, ethnicity, and nationality. The artists are encouraged to use the figure to explore a wide variety of themes, including definitions of beauty, perceptions of history, relationships with nature, and moments of everyday life. The show is juried by Thomas Piché Jr., who is director of Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, Sedalia, MO.

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Visiting Artist Gets Male Model Plastered!

Mischief Cards and Gifts hosts Body Casting Demo by Artist Philip Hitchcock

Challenging. Alluring. Rock Hard. The life-size male erotic figures of Philip Hitchcock merge fantasy and reality to create powerful sculptural forms, evoking themes of heroism and human frailty. The hyper-realistic forms, which are created from multiple castings of live models, are layered and embellished with accoutrements. Hitchcock will demonstrate the bodycasting process using fitness expert and physique model Christopher Bates at Mischief Cards and Gifts in Palm Springs. The public demonstration is free and takes place Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 7PM.

Hitchcock mixes a fast setting impression material used by dentists and applies it directly to the model's bare skin. The non-toxic goo is supple enough to capture goose bumps and eyelashes. Castings are reorganized, refined, and bronzed yielding works reminiscent of Greek statues.

Several of Hitchcock sculptures are on view at Mischief Cards and Gifts in Palm Springs. Along with limited edition photographs of select works by Hitchcock; plates taken from his book, Dark Impressions, The Art of Philip Hitchcock. The limited edition archival digital 16 x 20" prints are framed to 22 x 28." The artist is on hand to sign copies of his book after the bodycast demonstration. Mischief Cards and Gifts is located at 210 E Arenas Rd., Palm Springs, California 92262.

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DARK IMPRESSIONS

Sculpture and Photography by Philip Hitchcock

PHD Gallery showcases the work of gallery owner and artist Philip Hitchcock. Challenging and alluring, the life-size male erotic figures of Philip Hitchcock merge fantasy and reality to create powerful sculptural forms, evoking themes of heroism and human frailty. Focusing on mythology from different cultures, Hitchcock creates contemporary representations of historical icons whose grandeur is humanized by their corporeal sensuality. The hyper-realistic forms, which are created from multiple castings of live models, are layered and embellished with accoutrements. Of this body of work Dr. William H. Gerdts an American art historian and Professor Emeritus of Art History at the CUNY Graduate Center writes: “Hitchcock’s sculpture is really powerful stuff. His technical aesthetic is very much his own innovation. He is able to manipulate his castings through tremendously imaginative reorganization and addition of forms, through carefully selected segmentation, and through dramatic color expression, which move into a darker, intensely more private world of fear, desire, and renewal.”

Although PHD Gallery will showcase several of Hitchcock’s life-size sculptures, central to this exhibit are the limited edition photographs of select works shot by Hitchcock. Many images are plates taken from his book, Dark Impressions, The Art of Philip Hitchcock. The artist is on hand to sign copies of his book at a free public reception on Saturday, January 19, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

KOUROS 2013

The recently completed KOUROS 2013 has shipped to Alberta, Canada for installation in a private collection. Hitchcock's newest sculpture is a reference to those representations of male youths which first appear in the Archaic period in Greece. Traditional Kouroi are layered with meaning, always beardless, take a formulaic advancing posture, and are most often nude. Hitchcock's version take a decidedly erotic turn with the addition of the erect phallus, and the advancing posture replaced by chain suspensions which arrest all motion. The hands are literally bolted to the sides.

The sculpture is derived from casts taken from two men is comprised of steel and fiberglass reinforced gypsum. It hangs on two fifteen foot chains, though shown here suspended from a scaffolding.

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Of Myth and Mortals

The Erotic Sculpture of Philip Hitchcock Featured in the Guest Artist Gallery Of Chicago Leather Archives and Museum

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, January 27
7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Challenging. Alluring. Rock Hard. The life-size male erotic figures of Philip Hitchcock merge fantasy and reality to create powerful sculptural forms, evoking themes of heroism and human frailty. Focusing on ancient mythology from different cultures, Hitchcock creates contemporary representations of iconic deities whose grandeur is humanized by their corporeal sensuality. The hyper-realistic forms, which are created from multiple castings of live models, are layered and embellished with accoutrements. The work is a metaphor for the human condition one decade into the 21st century: It presents a core of realism surrounded by the more unnerving images we wish the world to notice and judge. Of this body of work Dr. William Whittington, Assistant Chair of Critical Studies at University of Southern California writes: "(Hitchcock's) aesthetic presents idealized castings of the human figure, which are powerful enough alone, yet he retrofits these bodies, infusing them with technology, eroticism, and discourses on pain and pleasure. At the site of this fusion, the heroic figure transforms, activating new interpretations."

Nearly a dozen of Hitchcock sculptures are on view at Chicago's Leather Archives and Museum (LA&M) from January 27, through June 30, 2012. Also on view are ten limited edition photographs of select works by Hitchcock, plates taken from his book, Dark Impressions, The Art of Philip Hitchcock. The artist is on hand to sign copies of his book at a free public reception at The Leather Archives and Museum on Friday, January 27, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. The Leather Archives and Museum is located at 6418 North Greenview Ave. in Chicago, Illinois.

Of Myth and Mortal focuses on legendary myths borrowed from Greek, Celtic, Egyptian and Christian mythologies. Among the statues on view are Cernunnos, the horned Celtic god of fertility, Anubis, the Egyptian god of the dead, Prometheus, the Greek god of fire, Thor the Norse god of thunder, The Black Knight from medieval lore, and Jesus, central figure of Christianity. A selection of torsos, reminiscent of classical ruins, are also on view. The pieces created with concrete, steel, and fiberglass, start with multiple cast impressions from live models.

Of Myth and Mortal also showcases limited edition prints, signed by the artist, many of which are featured in his book Dark Impressions, The Art of Philip Hitchcock.. The images are signed and numbered archival digital prints at 16 x 20" which are framed to 22 x 28."

The exhibition continues at The Chicago Leather Archives through June 9, 2012.

Artist Philip Hitchcock Creates Bust of Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz

Bust now on Permanent Display at Chaifetz Arena

September, 2009 - On behalf of Saint Louis University, artist Philip Hitchcock has completed the bust of Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz now on permanent display at the Chaifetz Arena. The portrait bust is created from facial impressions taken of Dr. Chaifetz by Hitchcock in Chicago last year.

Chaifetz Arena is named in honor of University alumnus Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz (SHAY-fetz) who made a $12 million naming gift to Saint Louis University. Chaifetz, a 1975 graduate of Saint Louis University, is a licensed neuropsychologist and is founder, chairman and CEO of Chicago-based ComPsych Corporation, the world's largest provider of employee assistance programs. This sculpture is Hitchcock's second commission for Saint Louis University. In 2007, the artist was retained to create "Christ Embracing the Cross," a life size figure that is now part of the permanent collection at Saint Louis University Museum of Art.

The Chaifetz Arena is located at #1 South Compton Ave, St. Louis, MO.

Exposure Gallery to host Permanent Impression

Sculpture by Philip Hitchcock

Philip Hitchcock has challenged people with his art for over 20 years. In his first show in Palm Springs since 2001, Hitchcock returns with more than a dozen new works as well as a LIVE MODEL DEMONSTRATION of his process at the opening reception on Saturday, April 11, 2009! The work remains on view through May 4, 2009.

Sharing the spotlight are artists Tom Bianchi and David Shipley. Bianchi's photographic series Men in Blue Water is featured along with Shipley's large format paintings. All three artists will attend the opening.

In conjunction with the exhibit is a LIFECASTING WORKSHOP offered by Hitchcock on Monday, April 13, 2009 from noon to 5 pm. The workshop takes place at the gallery. The cost for the workshop is $295. per person or $500. per couple and includes all materials and a light lunch.

Resilience: The Sculpture of Philip Hitchcock

Saint Louis University Museum of Art (SLUMA) to host
Resilience: The Sculpture of Philip Hitchcock

Exhibit to feature Christ Embracing the Cross,a new statue by artist Philip Hitchcock

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January 4, 2008 - Saint Louis University Museum of Art (SLUMA) will host Resilience: The Sculpture of Philip Hitchcock. The exhibition opens January 4, 2008 and continues through February 15, 2008 with a public reception for the artist Friday, January 11, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

On view will be fifteen pieces of Hitchcock's work including the centerpiece of the exhibit, Christ Embracing the Cross, a lifesize statue of Christ commissioned by University President Lawrence H. Biondi, S.J. on behalf of Saint Louis University Museum of Art.

The nude statue of Christ depicts the moment of choice when Christ not only accepts, but actively chooses his destiny. It is at once a depiction of profound resignation and one of total free will.

Also on view will be Hitchcock's Creation of Adam, a sculpture that provoked controversy in 2006 when Hitchcock removed the piece from Foundry Art Center after learning that officials there were censoring the piece.

The Saint Louis University Museum of Art is located at 3663 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108. Museum hours are 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.

Hero. God. Mortal.

Sculpture inspired by iconic art and classic myth by Philip Hitchcock

Grand opening reception
Saturday April 21, 2007
7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.

Cherokee Street's premiere art space, phd, hosts the work of artist Philip Hitchcock for its grand opening gala on Saturday, April 21, 2007, with a reception starting at 7:00p.m. Hero. God. Mortal: sculpture inspired by iconic art and myth features the latest creations from recently returned Los Angeles artist, Philip Hitchcock. The works on view include 12 new, life-size figures inspired by heroic figures from art, history, and mythology, including Thor, God of Thunder, Anubis, Egyptian God of the Dead, Nefertiti, Royal Consort to Pharaoh Amenhotep IV, Prometheus, and Medusa.

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Heroes, Gods, Mortals - Warriors All

This new phase of sculptures by artist Philip Hitchcock presents the human form, armored, idealized and poised for battle in a re-imagined landscape of postmodern mythology, which collapses influences from Greek, Nordic, Medieval and Egyptian traditions. Each sculpture in this collection seems to demand a retelling of classical mythology from Thor--The God of Thunder to Prometheus--the savior of mankind and bringer of fire, while encouraging us to ask: What adventures lie ahead for these new heroes? What enemies will they confront? And, what sacrifices will they be required to make in a time of need?

Hitchcock's work presents a renewed sense of urgency to reexamine the heroic in a modern context. His aesthetic presents idealized castings of the human figure, which are powerful enough alone, yet he retrofits these bodies, infusing them with technology, eroticism, and discourses on pain and pleasure. At the site of this fusion, the heroic figure transforms, activating new interpretations. In Thus Spake Zarathusra, Nietzsche wrote, "Dead are all the Gods." But clearly, Philip Hitchcock's work seeks to resurrect these spirits for battle in the modern world.

I strongly suspect that these sculptures will inspire a new generation of artists and art lovers to seek out the heroic stories of the past, which are replete with powerful Gods, fearless heroes, epic battles, and endless struggles that still resonate today.

William Whittington, Ph.D.
Assistant Chair of Critical Studies
University of Southern California

PHD art gallery

art. ambience.

phd gallery in St. Louis opened its doors on Cherokee Street, becoming the latest addition to the white-hot arts district forming on the city's south side. Boasting three adjoining storefronts in a GREEN building (in both design and color), phd features 12 foot ceilings, clean white walls, north facing windows, and a combined exhibition space of nearly 2000 square feet.

Reflecting the passion and artistic vision of artist Philip Hitchcock, phd is a fresh, new, alternative art space that advances challenging works by ground-breaking artists.

ALIVE Magazine boasts, "The newly opened gallery in the up-and-coming Cherokee art district continues its track record of presenting stellar work from local, regional, and international artists..."

Coming Soon on PLAYBOY CHANNEL'S "SEXCETERA"...

The Erotic Impressions of Philip Hitchcock! Follow sexy hostess Lauren Hayes through the entire process of having her body cast into a work of art!

Twenty-Five Years of OVATIONS!!!

1990-2015 - Another awards season has come for L.A. Stage Alliance, the Los Angeles based theatre group who bestows the OVATION Award upon talented and deserving members of L.A.'s stage community. Creating the awards for L.A. Stage is artist Philip Hitchcock who has been casting and polishing the aqua blue statuettes since the award's inception. Hitchcock designed the award based on a graphic by Chris Komuro and made OVATION Awards for 25 years.

Hitchcock makes custom awards for numerous organizations, including the Association of Lifecasters International (ALI), Central Institute for the Deaf (CID), and University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)

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Musical theater legend Jerry Herman proudly displays his OVATION AWARD for Career Achievement as he poses with the timeless Carole Cook.

Harriet Harris won for Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as Madame Dilly in the Reprise! Broadway's Best production of On the Town.

Award Presenter, Doug Savant, poses with the cast of The Trials and Tribulations of a Trailor Trash Housewife, who won the 2006 OVATION AWARD for Ensemble Performance.

The ceremony host, Neil Patrick Harris, poses with Laurie Metcalf who won for Lead Actress in a Play for her role as Kate Keller in the Geffen Playhose production of All My Sons.

Award Presenter, David Hyde Pierce, is photographed with Jim Brochu, winner of the 2006 OVATION AWARD for World Premiere Play, Zero Hour at West Coast Jewish Theatre. The 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award winner Annette Benning.

Hitchcock Pulls Statue from Foundry, Citing Censorship Exhibit relocated to ArtDimensions Centre Gallery

Saint Louis, MO - After less than two weeks at The Foundry Art Centre in Saint Charles, artist Philip Hitchcock removed "The Creation of Adam" due to repeated attempts to cover the statues nudity. "On at least two occasions the loins were draped with a tablecloth and on one occasion someone actually placed a Fig leaf, or some kind of dried foliage on the genitals of the statue," said Hitchcock. Eventually, a twelve foot wall was placed in front of the sculpture. Hitchcock has removed the sculpture from the Foundry Art Centre and withdrawn his support from the Saint Charles Spring ArtWalk.

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Those interested in viewing "The Creation of Adam" will have 10 days to do so. The sculpture will be on view at ArtDimensions CentreGallery at The Saint Louis Center. ArtDimensions CentreGallery will host Hitchcock's work from April 26 through May 6, 2006. The work will be on view Wednesday through Saturday from Noon until 4:00 pm. Also on view during this limited viewing are several other sculptures by the internationally renowned artist. Signed copies of Hitchcock's book, "Dark Impressions," will also be available for purchase.

Meet the artist at a champagne reception on Friday May 5, 2006 at 7:00 pm

As Seen on KETC Channel 9...

Hitchcock is Featured on the Emmy Award Winning Show, "Living Saint Louis"

Journalist Anne Marie Berger, segment producer for the Emmy Award winning show, "Living Saint Louis," shows us not only what artist Philip Hitchcock does, but how he does it. See the artist create a statue using a live model and follow him through the steps from applying the alginate to displaying the piece in his exhibition, "NeoClassic," currently held over until March 14, 2006 at ColesLamar Gallery.

As Seen on FOX 2 NEWS...

Reporter is Immortalized by Artist Philip Hitchcock
Saint Louis, MO

On Tuesday, January 24, 2006, the lifecast portrait bust of loose cannon, entertainment reporter TIM EZELL, created by Philip Hitchcock, is unveiled during a live remote broadcast from ColesLamar Gallery on FOX Channel 2 News. Also included in the broadcast is an interview of Hitchcock, who narrates previously taped footage of Tim Ezell getting cast. The amazing likeness of Ezell remains on view at ColesLamar gallery until March 14, 2006.

Saint Louis Native, Visual Artist Philip Hitchcock Relocates from the West Coast.

ColesLamar Design & Gallery to host sculptural exhibition: "NeoClassic" Lifecast Sculpture by Philip Hitchcock

More than two decades ago, artist Philip Hitchcock left Saint Louis for Los Angeles. Now, after forging a red-hot career both in television and as a gallery artist, he's moved back to the city, and his new exhibit, "NeoClassic," opens Saturday, January 14, 2005 at The Gallery at ColesLamar. The reception starts at 7:00pm. The exhibit features more than a dozen life-size sculptures created from molded impressions of live models, and will be on view through March 14. For the curious, Hitchcock promises to demonstrate his amazing technique using a live, bare fleshed model. A silent auction of one of Hitchcock's works will benefit The Victory Fund. Also on hand, will be copies of the artist's book, Dark Impressions: The Art of Philip Hitchcock (Ellis Publications, 10/2000, $40). Beautifully photographed by the artist, it represents a range of his erotic lifecast imagery and light sculptures in nearly 100 pictures. It also features a "how to" sequence, written by Hitchcock.

When asked why the move, the artist muses, "You'll never beat the weather in L.A., but I was ready for a less aggressive lifestyle and a softer place to land. I wanted an urban environment that was culturally stimulating in a place where the people were genuine. I am overwhelmed by how friendly and warm people in Saint Louis have been. Oh yeah, What High School did you go to?"

ColesLamar Gallery is located at 4655 Maryland Place, Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

Meramec College Sculpture Department to host a BODYCAST DEMONSTRATION

Observe first hand the amazing process of casting the human form as Philip Hitchcock demonstrates the technique using a live nude model on Monday, October 24, 2005, at Meramec College in St. Louis. The event takes place from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. in room HE131 and also includes a video and slide presentation by the artist.

The artist will apply alginate, a gooey, dental impression material, to his bare fleshed model to create a negative mold. Later the mold is filled with gypsum, a cement like mixture, to create the positive casting.

The event is free and open to the public. The public demonstration kicks off a week of classes led by Hitchcock wherein sculpture students will learn the basics of casting from life.

Meramec College is located at 11333 Big Bend Blvd. Saint Louis, MO

GWM, 10 x 8, UNCUT

8x10 photographs inspired by personal ads.The 6th Annual Highways Gallery Fundraiser

Cruise the personal ads "Highways Style" and enjoy music and entertainment at The 6th Annual Highways Gallery Fundraiser: GWM, 10 x 8, UNCUT. The exhibit takes a look at the gay personal ad scene as photographers showcase 8 x 10 photos that are inspired by personal ads! The exhibit opens Thursday August 5, 2004 at 7:00pm. Twenty bucks gets you in the singles mix and proceeds directly benefit Highways Gallery.

Although GWM, 10 x 8, UNCUT appears on the surface to pander to prurient interests, the exhibit is an historical "time stamp" on contemporary gay culture and a relevant social commentary on gay mating rituals in the third millennium.

"It would be a glaring omission of any historian looking back on queer social morays at the eve of the 3rd millennium and not mention personal ad dating," says show curator and artist Philip Hitchcock. It is ironic that as a community we are fighting for the right to marry while still struggling to find the time and proper avenues to even meet the right person."

"Anyone who has ever been on a personal ad web site totally gets the vibe of this exhibit. It is an exploration of how we as gay men attempt to market ourselves to each other and which assets we choose to make our calling cards."

The opening night soiree will feature an appetizer buffet and no host cocktails. Also featured are select lounge acts and unsolicited dating advice from our panel of experts.

Affordable Originals...

Own a Limited edition piece of sculpture from Philip Hitchcock. These beautiful tabletop sculptures measure 19" x 12" x 6" and are made of durable Ultracal-30 gypsum cement. Each piece is signed by the artist and mounted on lucite or wood. $375. Choose Bronze or pewter finish. Contact philip@hitchcockdesigns.com

HITCHCOCK SCULPTURES ON FOX TV's THE SWAN

Hitchcock has been commissioned to create 18 "before" body sculptures of women chosen to undergo a "life transformation" which includes psychotherapy, physical training, and radical plastic surgery!

Watch THE SWAN, premiering on FOX TV Monday, March 29, 2004 at 9:00pm./8:00 Central.

HITCHCOCK DESIGNS LIFECAST AWARD for (ALI)

See the Artistic Achievement Award

ArtMolds, a New Jersey based manufacturer of art kits and the Association of Lifecasters International, (ALI) co-sponsored the first annual Life Casting Awards for outstanding artistic achievement in the service of humanity. They jointly announced the winners of the 2005 Life Casting Awards today.

The specially commissioned Life Casting Award statue, was created for the event by internationally renowned artist and sculptor Philip Hitchcock, designer of the L.A. Ovations Award, and who recently created over 24 life castings for Fox's hit TV show "The Swan."

"This unique award was created to promote public awareness for the art of life casting, which is an ancient art form dating back 3500 years," said Ed McCormick, co-founder and Managing Director of Lifecasters International. "But we also want to emphasize the spirit of giving. The Life Casting Awards were awarded to artists who have created a meritorious life casting work which has been gifted to a member of the general public."

MYTH

New Sculpture by Philip Hitchcock

Opening Night Reception to Benefit HIGHWAYS Performance Space and Gallery Santa Monica: MYTH: Life size male erotic sculpture by Philip Hitchcock will be exhibited at Highways Gallery in Santa Monica from August 1, 2003 through August 31, 2003 at the 5th Annual Highways Gallery Benefit. The opening night Benefit reception is on Thursday, August 7, 2003 starting at 7:00 pm. Meet the artist and his models at the reception, which also includes a no-host bar, fanciful hors d' hoevres. music and surprise entertainment. Tickets are $20. Gallery hours for the duration of the show are 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm before performances on weekends and during the week by appointment or chance. Highways is located at 1621 18th Street in Santa Monica.

MYTH showcases new works by Hitchcock that are inspired by Celtic, Greek, and Hindu, mythologies. Especially evocative among the new works are, The Eyes of Argus, The Myth of the Minotaur, and The Birth of Cernunnous. Argus is the trusted 100 eyed guard sent by Hera to watch over Zeus' concubine. Hermes slew him and the distraught Hera collected his beautiful eyes to be forever preserved in the feathers of the Peacock. The Minotaur is the abomination born to Pasipha after she seduced a White Bull sent by Poseidon. Cerrnunous, who pre-dates Christianity, is the Celtic God of fertility and renewal and is always depicted with Stag horns and an erect phallus.

"I have long been fascinated by the overt eroticism and sexually driven story lines of classical myth", confides Hitchcock. "I discovered that the sanitized stories I heard as a kid were actually rich with prurience! So I decided to create works that were a celebration of sexual fantasy, yet still grounded in the classics."

A special artist discussion will be held on Sunday, August 17 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The artist will present slides and video and lead a frank discussion of his work. There will also be a demonstration of Hitchcock's bodycast technique on a nude male model.

BOOK SIGNINGS AND BODYCAST DEMONSTRATIONS

August 7, 2003 7:00 pm: "MYTH" The fifth annual Highways gallery fundraiser featuring sculpture inspired by mythology from artist Philip Hitchcock

August 17, 2003 1:00 pm: A special artist discussion to coincide with Hitchcock's exhibition "Myth," will be held at Highways. The artist will present slides and video and lead a frank discussion of his work. There will also be a demonstration of Hitchcock's bodycast technique on a male model.

August 2, 2002- "LOCKER ROOM" The Fourth Annual Highway's Gallery Fundraiser curated by Philip Hitchcock and featuring male erotic art by established and emerging artists. Performances, Dancing and Hors d'oeuvres.

June 27, 2002- Artist's reception and Bodycast demonstration benefiting Stonewall Columbus at 8:00 pm. at DRAGONFLY NEO-V, 247 King Avenue, Columbus, Ohio Encore presentation on Friday, June 28. (See "For Immediate Release!")

July 13, 2002- Book signing and demonstration from 2:00 - 4:00pm at OBELISK BOOKSTORE, 1029 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103

March 14, 15, 16, 2002- Wrestlemania Fan Axxess show at The National Trade Centre Automotive Building at Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. See Hitchcock's "Body Impressions" of The WWF!

March 21, 2002- Bodycast demonstration and book signing from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at A DIFFERENT LIGHT BOOKSTORE, 489 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA.

Nov. 2, 2001- Artist's reception and Bodycast demonstration at The STANCZYK Gallery, 1590 S. Palm Canyon in Palm Springs, CA. at 7:00 pm. Works on exhibit through December, 2001.

Oct. 24, 2001- Avatar presents an evening with the artist. See a slide and video presentation by Philip Hitchcock as well as a bodycast demonstration with a live model. 8:30pm MCC Church in Burbank, CA

Oct. 13 & 14, 2001- Exhibition of new works at the 7th Annual Tom of Finland Erotic Arts Show at the L.A. Lofts, 6442 Santa Monica Blvd.

July 26, 2001- Book signing and demonstration from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at LEFT BANK BOOKS, 399 North Euclid, St. Louis, MO 63108.

May 3, 2001- Book signing from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at RIZZOLI BOOKSTORE, 31 West 57th Street, NYC.

January 19, 2001- Bodycast demonstration and book signing from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at GET BOOKED BOOKSTORE 4640 Paradise Road #15, Las Vegas, NV.

January 17, 2001- Bodycast demonstration and book signing from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at A DIFFERENT LIGHT BOOKSTORE, 8853 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA.

November 25 & 26, 2000- Book signing from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at ARTSCAPE, 2226 E. Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA.

October 8 & 9, 2000- Exhibition and book signing from 1:00 to 7:00 pm at The TOM OF FINLAND EROTIC ARTS WEEKEND, 6442 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, CA.

September 8, 2000- Exhibition and book signing from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at HIGHWAYS ART and PERFORMANCE SPACE, 1651 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA.

Dragonfly

Columbus, OH - Stonewall Columbus is proud to announce a partnership for Pride Holiday weekend with Dragonfly Neo-V. Dragonfly is bringing internationally known sculptor Philip Hitchcock to Columbus. Hitchcock was named among the "OUT 100" in 2001 by OUT Magazine, honoring gay men and women in America who are truly distinguished in their fields. The multi-faceted sculptor is based in Los Angeles and is proficient in a variety of techniques including life casting, which he will do live in the Gallery Space at Dragonfly Neo-V June 27, 8 - 11 PM. Dragonfly is located at 247 King Avenue, Columbus, Ohio. 43201 (614) 298-9986

Admission is $20 and this fundraising event features a hors'dourves & wine reception, a live lifecasting by Hitchcock, a performing opera singer and live DJ. "We are very fortunate to attract an artist of Philip's caliber to Columbus and are proud to offer this event as a prelude to the Pride Holiday planned by Stonewall Columbus," said Magdiale Wolmark & Cristin Austin, owners of Dragonfly. "This is a truly unique experience for Columbus. The lifecasting installation is fascinating and something that must be seen," added Wolmark.

Several pieces of Hitchcock's work will also be displayed and available for sale. A book of Hitchcock's work, Dark Impressions - The Art of Philip Hitchcock will also be sold and will be available in advance for purchase at Stonewall Columbus. Stonewall Columbus Pride Holiday has been evolving to feature an entire weekend of events for everyone. "It was really our hope to diversify our weekend to feature events that will attract all types of people not just the parade and festival attendees," said Pride Co-Chair Linda Schuler. "This event will really set a tradition with the weekend and it is an element that we hope to continue every year," added Schuler.

HITCHCOCK COMMISSIONED BY THE WWE

Artist Philip Hitchcock has been commissioned by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) to create bodycast sculptures of seven wrestling Superstars. The sculptures will be exhibited at the annual "Wrestlemania Fan Axxess" show, held this year in Toronto, Canada.

"The idea of the exhibit," according to Hitchcock, "was to capture the essence of each wrestler's signature move. These are the poses and gestures which are instantly recognizable to fans."

The sculptures are on display as part of the Wrestlemania Fan Axxess show at The National Trade Centre Automotive Building at Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The event takes place Thursday, March 14, through Saturday, March 16, 2002 from 12:00 to 4:30 pm and 6:00 to 10:30 pm on all three days. Meet the artist from 2:00 to 8:00pm each day.See the full gallery of works for the WWE

OUT Magazine Names Hitchcock Among The OUT 100 for 2001

Each year, OUT Magazine recognizes 100 gay men and women in America who have distinguished themselves in their fields. This year, OUT Magazine has designated Philip Hitchcock as one of the honorees for 2001. Pick up the December, 2001 issue of OUT Magazine!

At the Stanczyk Gallery...

Palm Springs, CA - Join in the premiere weekend festivities at The Stanczyk Gallery: Palm Springs' Hottest New Art Space!
Enjoy live music, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres as you mingle with the artists at the opening night reception, Friday, November 2, at 7:00 pm.

Featured artist Philip Hitchcock, will exhibit a range of sculptures and will be on hand to sign copies of his book, "Dark Impressions, The Art of Philip Hitchcock." Don't miss the live model demonstration featuring Hitchcock's amazing bodycasting technique.

The Stanczyk Gallery is located at 1590 South Palm Canyon, in the heart of Palm Springs, California.

HIGHWAYS HOSTS SOLO EXHIBITION AND BOOK SIGNING

Los Angeles, CA. HIGHWAY'S Art and Performance Space in Santa Monica will host a solo exhibition of Hitchcock's work featuring sculptures from the last ten years, most of which are on loan from private collections around the country. All sculptures displayed are featured in the artist's new book. The show may be seen from September 1, through October 1, 2000, with an artist's reception and book signing held on Friday, September 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wine and hors d'ouevres will be served. Highways is located at 1651 18th Street, Santa Monica CA 90404.

VISIT MY ANGEL!

Los Angeles, California - Philip Hitchcock is among a select group of artists commissioned to design an angel for the Los Angeles Community of Angels project.
Artist Philip Hitchcock, sponsored by The CASCIO FOUNDATION, created "URBAN ANGEL." The artist's design required replacing the large fan like angel wings with a "skeletal frame" of rebar. The head and the hands were replaced with clear, polyester resin casts of hands and a human skull and the front of the angel was fitted with a muscular breastplate.

Says the artist, "I approached the concept more sculpturally than painterly. I wanted my design to reflect the darker, more urban side of Los Angeles."

URBAN ANGEL is on display through May 7, 2001 24 hours a day at 6922 HOLLYWOOD BLVD. HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028 (across from Mann's Chinese)

A Community of Angels TM is modeled after a project first introduced in Zurich, Switzerland in 1998. Zurich featured over 800 decorated fiberglass cows as public art, strategically placed throughout the public landscape. The idea was successfully replicated in Chicago in 1999 as "Cows on Parade," a project which entertained an estimated 10 million viewers and added $200 million to the local economy. Since then, a number of similar installations have popped up throughout the country, from vacationing cows in New York City to pigs in Cincinnati and lizard art in Orlando, Fla.

To bring the project to conclusion, the display season will be followed by a gala celebration May 17, 2001, organized for the purpose of auctioning off the finished Angels.

The Art of Deception

Starting in the December 1999 issue of Oregon's ART CASTING JOURNAL, Philip Hitchcock begin's a three part series on The Art of Deception! The Art Journal is the international magazine of the art casting industry.

In the three part series Hitchcock examines misunderstood and misrepresented techniques, mediums, and terminologies in Art and sculpture.

PART ONE: Cold Cast Bronze: Why it's hot...why it's not! And how to do a good one!
PART TWO: Casting from life...Am I cheating? How to combine elements of Bodycasting and Sculpture to your best advantage.
PART THREE: Painted faux finishes...the ultimate lie! How to pass them off for the real thing!

Soap Opera Hunk is Immortalized

Los Angeles - Canada's TV GUIDE TELEVISION took their cameras to the studio of artist Philip Hitchcock to capture the immortalization of soap star Winsor Harmon. The actor, who sizzles every day as "Thorne" on CBS's THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL, had his torso cast in stone by the Venice Beach sculptor. Over 2 million viewers saw the November broadcast which highlighted every step of the intricate process, including the unveiling of the finished statue which nearly left the daytime heartthrob speechless! "That's amazing," remarked Harmon as he examined the finished creation, "I've never seen anything like it!" Coincidentally, another of Hitchcock's sculptures is already featured on the show and can be seen daily on the set of "Brooke's" penthouse office.

P.A.W.S. L.A. HOSTS CELEBRITY ART AUCTION

Los Angeles - For ten years P.A.W.S. L.A. (Pets Are Wonderful Support) has recognized the unconditional love provided by companion animals and has been dedicated to enriching the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS by empowering them to keep and care for their beloved pets. This year's celebrity studded art auction, held on November 7, at the El Rey Theatre, raised over $100,000. Among the celebrities present were Anjelica Houston, Greg Gorman, John Shlesinger, and Kathy Najimy. Dozens of artists donated works to the event including David Hockney, Bruce Weber, and Philip Hitchcock whose arresting "Male Torso" sculpture fetched an impressive $1000. for the cause.

ARTIST CREATES CUSTOM MASKS

Santa Monica - Investment guru Paul Sheehan retained the services of artist Philip Hitchcock to create original masks for a black tie Halloween benefit at Santa Monica's Museum of Flying. "Danse Macabre, An All Hallows Eve Masked Ball," honored famed horror director John Carpenter with The James Whale Award, which was presented by Daniel Baldwin. Proceeds from the event benefited The AIDS Research Alliance of America. For the event, Hitchcock created metallic "Jaguar masks" inspired by a Cartier cufflink design! The artist sculpted a clay likeness of the bejeweled cat and made silicone impressions from it. With the mold he cast ten copies of the designer mask using durable urethane resin. The masks were held by sparkling rods which resembled the actual cufflink stem. Each "Jaguar" was given a platinum finish and trimmed in rhinestones and glitter. The finishing touches were the three inch, blue sapphire eyes that lit up when the wearer pushed a button. "The look was utter sophistication," remarked Hitchcock, "especially since all the masquers donned a tux!"

TOM OF FINLAND EROTIC ARTS WEEKEND DRAWS A CROWD

The Tom of Finland Foundation again held its annual Erotic Arts weekend at the light filled L.A. Lofts in Hollywood. The three day event included cocktail mixers and and dinner banquets but it was the all day art festival on Saturday and Sunday that really packed them in. 50 artists from around the world were on hand exhibiting and selling drawings, sculpture, paintings, photography and computer art, including amazing new lifesize sculptures by Philip Hitchcock. " I was delighted to expand my client base" remarked Hitchcock whose "Torso Oblisque" was snagged by a savvy North Carolina collector.

"bad boys... ROUGH TRADE" is a Huge Success!

An exhibition of original male erotic photography, drawing, painting and sculpture curated by PHILIP HITCHCOCK

Santa Monica - Highways Performance and Gallery space was a mob scene on Wednesday as over 200 guests crowded into the space to get a look at all the male erotic artwork! The show, "bad boys...ROUGH TRADE," curated by artist PHILIP HITCHCOCK, raised nearly $3000 for Highways. Artists in attendance were Don Bachardy, Tom Bianchi, Rick Castro, Durk Dehner of the Tom of Finland Foundation, Wim Griffith, Philip Hitchcock, Eugene Pinkowski, and Deni Ponty. Other attention getters included performances by Barnes, Noel Alumit, and the pulsing vibes of DJ Paul V - as well as the non-stop ...er..."posing" of erotic nude model, Tom. The entire affair was catered by westside chef Jim Smith who provided gourmet hors d'hoeuvres for the salivating crowd!

DAVID MIXNER COMMISSIONS ARTIST PHILIP HITCHCOCK

Los Angeles, CA - Author and political activist David Mixner has commissioned artist Philip Hitchcock to create a very special, and very personal sculpture. Mixner, who authored the top selling book, A Stranger Among Friends, wanted a figure that was a departure from the physically perfect models Hitchcock so frequently uses. "I was interested in a model who had an understated sensuality and innocence," remarked Mixner who has already collected two of the artistźs pieces, "I wanted a body type that had an everyman quality." The final sculpture was composed from a single model who posed for multiple castings. Five separate pieces comprise the finished sculpture which is boldly displayed in Mixner's foyer. "When people ask me if it's about civil rights or the struggle to be free... I just smile," says Mixner. "ECSTASY BOUND" can also be seen in the erotic art gallery secion.

ARTIST PHILIP HITCHCOCK RECREATES STOLEN HOLLYWOOD ARTIFACT

Los Angeles, CA - Collector and "western officianado" Robert Kagan selected artist Philip Hitchcock for the painstaking task of recreating a sterling silver belt buckle to match the one worn by James Drury in the 60s TV show "The Virginian." Since the original buckle was stolen, Hitchcock accomplished the daunting task of replicating the buckle using only black and white "stills" taken of Drury during filming. "The images required significant enlargement and enhancement," recalls the artist, "and even with those it was necessary to get verbal descriptions from Mr. Drury." The finished buckle was given to James Drury as a gift. Kagan, who had tried three times before to have the buckle made by other artists, was so delighted, he had one made for himself! In fact, he commissioned Hitchcock to re-create another famous western belt buckle... the same one worn by James Arness in "Gunsmoke."

German TV Crew films Philip Hitchcock

for Prime Time Hit "LIEBE SUNDE." A film crew from Germany's "PRO-7" network has completed a segment on artist Philip Hitchcock for their Prime time hit "LIEBE SUNDE". The spot premiered on February 3, 1999 and was seen throughout Germany. The six minute segment features an interview with the artist, a tour of his studio, and records the step-by-step process of casting a live model from beginning to completion. Also caught on tape is the romantic loft-style home of a Newport Beach patron who has collected four of Hitchcock's arresting sculptures including the dramatic "Fallen Idol."

ITALIAN COLLECTOR COMMISSIONS "SECOND ORIGINALS"

A collector from Cagliari, Italy was disappointed to learn that another buyer had already purchased two of Philip Hitchcock's original sculptures, FOOTSOLDIER and OVERLORD. The two sculptures from Hitchcock's exhibit "Medieval/ Millennial" were among the first to sell. Since the sculptures were originals, no secondary molds were made. This made the notion of "editions" impossible.

To solve the problem, Hitchcock offered to recreate the pieces from the ground up. In one instance he was even able to hire the same model! While an attempt was made to be true to the feeling and spirit of the originals, exact copies were neither attempted nor desired. The "originals" are on the left, the "second originals" are on the right. Compare and contrast the following photos.

In the case of "FOOTSOLDIER", the same model was used, though dieting made him look leaner through the abdominals. The pose is nearly identical except for the tilt of the head and position of the left hand. In the "second original," the legs were left a little longer and the arc of the chest piece was changed. Wolf claws were substituted for muskrat claws and the Sheep skull shoulder armor was created from smaller skulls and extended slightly.

Greater differences are apparent with "OVERLORD" and OVERLORD 2". Here Hitchcock used a different model altogether. Mouflon Ram horns are as distinct as fingerprints so there is a big difference here. The collector also requested a bluish overall hue to the piece. Other differences are the shape of the eye pieces and the addition of a microphone. Once again, Wolf claws were used in place of Muskrat claws.

Buyers interested in commissions and "second originals" may contact the artist direct via e-mail.

ARTIST PHILIP HITCHCOCK ANNOUNCES STUNNING FOLLOW-UP TO SELL-OUT SHOW

HIGHWAYS TO HOST "RESTRAINING ORDER...NO CLOSER THAN 500 YARDS."

Santa Monica, CA - On the heels of his overwhelmingly successful exhibit in Long Beach, "Medieval/ Millennial," Philip Hitchcock announces his latest effort, "RESTRAINING ORDER... NO CLOSER THAN 500 YARDS," a sculptural exhibit exploring mental and physical bondage.

The exhibition will hang from August 1, 1998 through September 28, 1998 at HIGHWAYS visual arts gallery. Witnesses may view the exhibit from 10:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday and before performances Thursday through Sunday between 6:30 and 8:30pm. A reception for the artist will be held Saturday, August 1, 1998 between 6:30 and 8:30 pm.

"I see beauty in frustration and confinement," says Hitchcock, "because out of it comes release and freedom."

Indeed the exhibit explores the layers of obstacles we place upon ourselves and those placed upon us by circumstance. As a metaphor for these hurdles the artist portrays life size figures bound and shackled in in perfectly placed ropes and studied restraint. One figure with a seven foot iron wingspan symbolizes the frustration of thwarted potential; for flight, with tattered iron wings, is impossible.

The artist plans 9 new sculptures for the exhibit which will hang for the two month festival ECCE LESBO/ ECCE HOMO this summer at HIGHWAYS. HIGHWAYS is located @ 1651 18th Street in Santa Monica.

Hitchcock's latest show, "Medieval/Millennial"

For ARTSCAPE nearly sold out in the first two weeks, setting a gallery record in sales. A reviewer from The Long Beach PRESS TELEGRAM summed up the show:"Emulating prurient aspects of Gothic sexuality, these torsos are skillfully executed replicas of the male anatomy that evoke the same smoldering eroticism found in Harlequin novels."

Some of the "Medieval" work will be featured in a British film recently shot in Los Angeles entitled, "Je m'applelle Crawford." It's release from Warner Bros. is scheduled for next year. Also from this showing, Hitchcock was selected to be the subject of a documentary by Rome's RAI-TV to air in Italy later this year. His next show is to be hosted by HIGHWAYS and opens in August.