{"title":"Gary Head","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-133\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-393\"\u003eGary Head was a highly accomplished artist and illustrator, best known for his long and prolific tenure as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-393\"\u003eMaster Artist at Hallmark Cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-393 citation-end-393\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some fun and interesting facts about his career and life:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-134\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Prodigy from the Start:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-392 citation-end-392\"\u003e Gary was painting his entire life and showed incredible talent at a very young age.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He held his \u003cb\u003efirst one-man art show at the Texas State Capitol\u003c\/b\u003e when he was only 10 years old. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-135\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTeaching at Twelve:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-391 citation-end-391\"\u003e His skill level was so advanced that he began teaching adult painting classes when he was just 12 years old.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He later continued his teaching career at the prestigious Kansas City Art Institute. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-136\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-390\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-390\"\u003eHallmark Master Artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-390 citation-end-390\"\u003e After earning his degree in art, he was hired by Hallmark Cards.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He rose through the ranks in record time, eventually earning the title of \"Master Artist,\" and his designs appeared on countless Hallmark products throughout his career. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-137\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiverse Illustration Portfolio:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-389\"\u003e Beyond his work in the greeting card world, Gary was a sought-after illustrator for major national publications, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-389\"\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-389\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-389\"\u003eAtlantic Monthly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-389 citation-end-389\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_494dbf3ac907e0e1-138\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-388\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-388\"\u003eAward-Winning Recognition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-388\"\u003e His talent was recognized on a national scale, most notably earning a prestigious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-388\"\u003eGold Medal from the New York Society of Illustrators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-388 citation-end-388\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector's Item:\u003c\/b\u003e Because of his Hallmark career, his lithographs and signed prints—such as his 1992 signed editions—are still highly sought after by collectors of 20th-century commercial art and illustration today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: It is important not to confuse this Gary Head with the late \"Gary 'Goggles' Head,\" who was a well-known figure in the G.I. Joe collecting community and worked in character animation for projects like G.I. Joe: Spy Troops and Valor vs. Venom.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gary-head-sunflower-31-1-2-in-x-23-1-2-in","title":"Gary Head - Sunflower (31 1\/2 in x 23 1\/2 in)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGary Head - Sunflower\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is often categorized within the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003ePop Art\u003c\/b\u003e movement, reflecting the artist's background in graphic and commercial art. \u003cspan class=\"citation-4 citation-end-4\"\u003eGary Head is well-known for his contribution to the \"Absolut Statehood\" campaign in the early 1990s.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e His work for this series, such as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"143\"\u003eAbsolut Statehood: Missouri\u003c\/i\u003e, features bold lithographic techniques that are characteristic of his wider portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LatinArte","offers":[{"title":"Size","offer_id":54561509802356,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/7963\/9156\/files\/GaryHead-Sunflower.png?v=1777750075"},{"product_id":"gary-head-gabrera-23-1-2-in-x-31-1-2-in","title":"Gary Head - Gabrera (23 1\/2 in x 31 1\/2 in)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a bold burst of energy into your space with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eGerbera\u003c\/i\u003e, a stunning Gallery Edition print. This striking composition features magnificent gerbera daisies in rich shades of magenta and fiery orange, set against a luminous, sun-drenched yellow background. The fluid, painterly textures give the blossoms a dynamic sense of movement, transforming a classic botanical subject into a vibrant contemporary statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhether you are building a curated gallery wall or looking for that perfect standalone focal point, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"\u003eGerbera\u003c\/i\u003e offers incredible versatility across diverse interior aesthetics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMid-Century Modern:\u003c\/b\u003e The high-contrast, energetic palette serves as the perfect pop of color to warm up clean architectural lines and rich wood tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMediterranean:\u003c\/b\u003e The sun-kissed yellow background and warm floral hues naturally echo the vibrant, earthy tones of Mediterranean decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShabby Chic:\u003c\/b\u003e The romantic, organic subject matter effortlessly complements relaxed, vintage-inspired spaces that celebrate floral motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LatinArte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54561527660916,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/7963\/9156\/files\/GaryHartGebera.jpg?v=1777751376"},{"product_id":"gary-head-still-life-with-peaches-31-1-4-in-x-23-1-2-in","title":"Gary Head - Still Life with Peaches (31 1\/4 in x 23 1\/2 in)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe piece is a contemporary lithograph that blends traditional still-life subjects with a modern, expressive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/b\u003e It features a blue-and-white patterned ceramic pitcher filled with a vibrant bouquet of flowers (including tulips, white daisies, and pink blossoms) alongside three ripe peaches on a blue-and-white checkered cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e The work is characterized by bold, painterly brushstrokes and a bright color palette, particularly the turquoise background and warm ochre tabletop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003eGary Head\u003c\/b\u003e is known for producing \"Gallery Edition\" prints and lithographs that are often sought after for interior design due to their vibrant colors and classic-yet-modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LatinArte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54563311059316,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/7963\/9156\/files\/GaryHead-StillLifewithPeaches-1.png?v=1777776196"},{"product_id":"sunflower-by-gary-head","title":"Gary Head - Sunflower","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Sunflower\" by Gary Head, is an example of \u003cb\u003eexpressionist\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003efigurative\u003c\/b\u003e art. 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