The online portfolio of Sam Thorp
News, Art Exhibits, And Cool Stuff
09/01/10Unblurred in SeptemberThe Bride of Nine Guitar Solos New artwork by Sam Thorp & Eric Luden. This show celebrates the subtle and not-so-subtle beauty, eroticism and passion of being human with just a hint of comic books, hot-rods, and the rock- n- roll lifestyle.
Refreshments and music by Grand Snafu will fill out the evening.
5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 most-wantedfineart.com |
09/01/10Sam Thorp @ Open CallArtform Gallery & Tattoo Opening Sept 18th 6-11
artformtattoo.com |
08/27/10Sam Thorp & Many Others @ Paint It ForwardDuquesne University Student Union Ballroom
August 28th, 2010 2-6pm |
06/12/10Vandergrift Fine Arts FestivalSee the updated photos to the website here. Thank you to all who participated. |
06/02/10Sam Thorp @ The Armory.International Show in Honor and Memory of Judith A. HoffbergJune 27 - August 22 
Armory Center for the Arts- Caldwell Gallery 145 N. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA |
06/02/10Sam Thorp @ Pittsburgh GLCC.Drawings, Photos & Prints. Oh my!Come check it out. Very affordable prices. June 26th, 2010 1-5pm. 
210 Grant St. Pittsburgh, PA 15219 glccpittsburgh.org |
05/08/10Sam Thorp @ Steeltown Stock.Opening Friday, June 4th as part of Unblurred. At < C > Space Collective from 6-9pm.There will be a TON of posters for sale! 
Curated by Mundania Horvath, blogger/creator for Steeltown Anthem. I'm thrilled to be inlcuded in such a great line up of artists: Strawberryluna, Bearded Studios, Black Sheep Productions, Justin Flagg, Phil Mollenkof, Andrew Paul, War Admiral Press, Stewart Williams, Rachel Sager, Cara Kleid, David Pohl, Diana Hurd, Michael Cocco, L2 Design, Sapling Press, & Wall-to-Wall Studios. < C > Space Collective 4823 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15224 http://cspacecollective.wordpress.com http://steeltownanthem.wordpress.com/ |
05/08/10Fears & PhobiasSee brand new ( and creepy) art work by Sam Thorp at Artform Gallery & Tattoo. Not for the faint of heart.
Opening is May 15th 6-11pm. $3 admission. 2603 Leechburg, Rd. Lower Burrell, PA 15068 facebook.com/artformtattoo |
04/23/10Splurge & Social at the ArthouseIt's my first showing in Texas. Arthouse at the Jones Center creates meaningful opportunities to investigate and experience the art of our time through exhibitions, programs and commissions of new work. The show will be at the old Whitley Printing building, at 301 Brazos Street in downtown Austin.
Thursday, May 13 5x7 Art SPLURGE 7:30 - 10 pm; sale begins at 9 pm General Admission Tickets: $125 Participating Artist Tickets: $25 Catering by Kevin Williamson and Ranch 616 Music from the DJ team of Lean & Bounce Friday, May 14 5x7 Art SOCIAL 8 - 11 pm; sale begins at 9pm Participating Artists and 1 Guest: FREE admission General Admission Tickets: $30 Catering by Frank and TBD Live music by Balmorhea Saturday and Sunday, May 15 & 16, 11 am - 6 pm: 5x7 Exhibition and Sale continue, FREE admission www.arthousetexas.org/ |
04/18/10Celebrate Life, Celbrate Art 2010Find and bid on my artwork at Persad Center's annual benefit auction. Art, music, food, fun and people like you.Monday May 10, 6pm- 11pm @ The Carnegie Museum of Art. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.persadevents.org 
http://www.persadevents.org |
04/17/10Sam Thorp Painting Live at Art All NightApril 24-25th 2010 at the Iron City Brewery 3340 Liberty Avenue in Lawrenceville! The event runs ALL NIGHT LONG.This is my 10th year doing Art All Night- one of Pittsburgh's most popular and populist arts events. Not only will I have a wonderful painting on display but I will painting a mural live on scene from 6- 8pm. It's part of a collaborative effort with other local artists. This should be an interesting opportunity to watch artists work. My theme is Greek Mythology. Come check it out! 
http://www.artallnight.org |
04/14/10Sam Thorp @ Sweetwater 35Saturday, April 17, 6:00 p.m.Proceeds from this event will allow Sweetwater to continue its mission of enriching the lives of children and adults in the communities we serve by providing excellence in arts education and cultural programming. Allegheny Country Club Individual Seat: $150 Patron Seat: $200 
Sweetwater Center for the Arts is located at 200 Broad Street, Sewickley, PA 15143 Phone: 412-741-4405; Fax: 412-741-1178; Email: info@sweetwaterartcenter.org |
04/15/10Showing with The Tranny Roadshow.My work will be on exhibit with the traveling Tranny Road Show across the US of A. The Tranny Roadshow is a multimedia performance art extravaganza. It is composed of an eclectic group of artists, each one self-identified as transgender, and includes poets, rappers, filmmakers, storytellers, breakdancers, rock bands, comedians, actors, folk singers, photographers, zinesters, and more. Although the Tranny Roadshow is done entirely by transpeople, it is not exclusively for transpeople. It is a raucous evening of entertainment, open and accessible to people of all backgrounds.Keep an eye out for a performance and exhibition near you. 
http://www.trannyroadshow.com/ |
3/31/10VOTE for my Art @ The Spring SalonModernformations Presents the 6th Annual Juried Spring Salon. Opening April 2, 7 to 10pm. Please join us in the celebration! Come for never seen before local art and artists, food, drinks, and fun. Come to vote! You will determine who wins their very own solo exhibition at the gallery in December 2010. (If you like mine by all means, please vote.)
ModernFormations 4919 Penn Avenue. Pittsburgh PA 15224 412.362.0274 modernformations.com |
3/27/10Show @ Lebanon Art FactoryMy work will be part of April's Show in Lebanon, PA. The show opens April 9th at the Refuge Gallery Space on 12 N. 9th street in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The Refuge is an affiliate of Jubilee Ministries.
http://www.lebanonartfactory.org |
2/13/10Erotic Art @ The Hanging GardensSaturday February 27th is the night of the next Sinferno and Hanging Garden dance night extravaganzas at Remedy Lounge in Lawrenceville.$5 gets you in to two spectacular dance clubs. Sinferno (2nd floor) will feature DJ Zombo spinning his wild mix of glam, new wave, punk, disco, and more for your dancing and listening enjoyment. From 9-10, Zombo will host EXTREME Bingo and trivia for special mystery prizes. Janim will enchant you with her sultry and seductive Egyptian Caberet style belly dance moves at 10:30. Plus, Mahoghany will drive the crowd wild at 12:30 with her outrageous and theatrical drag show. In addition, Biilzebub will display original artwork, jewelry & lamps made out of bones in the pool room. 
On the 3rd floor, the Hanging Garden will feature DJs Miss Amber and Radu spinning the best ever dance mix of your favorite goth, industrial and new wave music. Also on the 3rd floor, there will kick-ass multi-artist erotic art on display for your retinal delights. Remedy also has GREAT food, and there will be food and drink specials all night long. 3rd Floor @ Remedy 5121 Butler St. Lawrenceville, PGH www.myspace.com/sinfernohanginggarden |
2/13/10Closing Party at Most Wanted Fine ArtMWFA is proud to announce a closing party for Sam Thorp and Lauren Toohey. The closing will be on Friday Feb. 26th, from 6pm-11pm. This show is the MOST successful show in MWFA tenure. We are so pleased about the turnout on the worst night ever to have an opening. I am happy for Lauren and Sam, they deserve the accolades given to them. If you have not had a chance to see the show, please stop by this month. I hope to see you at the closing party!Best, Jason  Exhibition runs from: Friday Feb 5th to Feb 27. Most Wanted Fine Art is dedicated to promoting quality artists and contemporary art & music among the community. Owner and artist Jason Sauer has exhibited and introduced artists of a multitude of movements, styles and media. These talented creators have come from all over the world, revealing the influence of their cultures, and personal experiences. MostWanted Fine Art 5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 www.youtube.com/mostwantedfineart |
1/29/10I'm kind of a big deal....ok, well... sort of.The YouTube promo for upcoming shows. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcueAGO-UxQ Here's an interview with Lauren Toohey. I'm mentioned towards the end. http://socialnoir.com/ A short clip about the 12 x12 show I was in. You can see me walk around in circles. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxOAkSzR6SY You can see a crowd looking at my work at the Irma Freeman Center for Imagination. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pxVnEDoOeE An old promo for Most Wanted Fine Art Gallery. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmtAlhPjtrI |
1/18/10Guests Undressed at Most WantedAnnouncing a new exhibition of artwork by local artists Lauren Toohey and Sam Thorp. The show will feature exemplary figurative work of in various states of undress and vulnerability. Both Toohey and Thorp will use the same models for their own creative interpretations. Grand Snafu and His Girl Friday will perform at 9pm. Exhibition runs from: Friday Feb 5th to Feb 27. Gallery Opening: Friday 5th of Feb 6pm- to 11pm Most Wanted Fine Art is dedicated to promoting quality artists and contemporary art & music among the community. Owner and artist Jason Sauer has exhibited and introduced artists of a multitude of movements, styles and media. These talented creators have come from all over the world, revealing the influence of their cultures, and personal experiences. MostWanted Fine Art 5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 www.youtube.com/mostwantedfineart |
1/08/10Get your FREE 2010 Calendar!Spend the year with gRAPHIC aNATOMY! Two gorgeous calendars in male and female versions for you to download! These handy calendars look great in any garage, cubicle or nursery. Just a small token of my appreciation of you wonderful, wonderful people. |
1/08/10The Tursday Group at the Panza GalleryFind new figure drawing studies at the life drawing show. Artists Reception January 23rd. 6-9pm.
115 Sedgwick St. Millvale, PA 15209724-833-4537 For more info: www.panzagallery.com |
1/08/10Art Market PartyFind my artwork among many great Pittsburgh Artists. One Night Only! January 22, all you can drink with a $5 cover. Starts at 9pm. Music performed by the Coyotes.
Fast>>Fwd 3700 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15201724-833-4537 For more info: www.flickr.com/photos/fastfwdgallery |
1/08/10Clothing OptionalArt of Lauren Toohey & Sam ThorpArtform Gallery & Tattoo Jan 16th. The show will feature exemplary figurative work of in various states of undress and vulnerability. Both Toohey and Thorp will use the same models for their own creative interpretations. Refreshments and music will fill out the evening. 21+ only. 
2603 Leechburg, Rd. Lower Burrell, PA 15068For more info: myspace.com/artformtattoo |
12/11/09Zombo's 3rd Big Hang Up!Sam Thorp will be part of Group Show: Jan 9th- Jan 23
Zombo Gallery 4900 Hatfield St. Pgh, PA 15201 412-904-3703 www.zomboworld.com |
12/11/09As Part of Unblurred Gallery Group Show Start off the new year with the Most Wanted of Art. MostWanted Fine Art 5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 www.most-wantedfineart.com |
12/11/09I'm Famous on the Internet!Connect with me:http://twitter.com/samth0r http://www.myspace.com/graphicanatomy http://ares322.deviantart.com/ |
11/22/09New Show:Giclee Modification ShowArtform Gallery & Tattoo Dec 5th 6-11pm 
2603 Leechburg, Rd. Lower Burrell, PA 15068For more info: myspace.com/artformtattoo |
11/22/0912 x12 >> 12/4Art by Sam Thorp along with over 20 other emerging artistsFast>>Fwd Gallery in Lawrenceville Dec 4th 6-10pm as part of Unblurred. Featuring: Christian Breitkruetz, Ron Copeland, Zach Coneybeer, Mike Egan, Gabe Felice, Craig Freeman, Megan Herwig, Matthew Holesapple, Josh Iddings, Ben Kehoe, Seth LeDonne, Jes LaVecchia, Matt Macri, Joe Materkowski, Joe Mruk, Nickoli Musaelian, Steph Neary, Phil Riggi, Gian Romagnoli, Jeff Shreckengost, Seth Storck, Sam Thorp, and Ryan Yee. 
Fast>>Fwd 3700 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15201724-833-4537 For more info: www.flickr.com/photos/fastfwdgallery |
11/22/09Get Sam @ Get InkedIf you're near the airport. check out all the artwork at Get Inked tatoo & gallery in the Robinson Mall.You'll find my artwork and many others. 100 Robinson Center Dr., Pittsburgh, PA (412) 787-1300 http://www.shoprobinsonmall.com |
11/14/09Art Sale for the PeopleArt by Sam Thorp along with other local PGH artists. Rebellious Nature a Pittsburgh based shop and art gallery at 104 N. Graham Street in Garfield is hosting a $50 and under LOCAL ART sale for the people this December. The sale will kick-off on Friday December 4th as part of the Unblurred First Fridays event and will be on-going all month. Store Hours:10-6pm Tues- Sat. Rebellious Nature 5437 Penn Ave. (Side entrance around corner @ 104 N. Graham St.) Pittsburgh, PA 15201 724-833-4537 For more info: www.rebelliousnature.com |
10/11/09Women In Art @ The Harlan GallerySam Thorp will have three pieces in this prestigious bi- annual event.Opening Reception is Sunday November 1 form 1-4pm at Seton Hill University. Show continues till November 22. 
Harlan Gallery. Reeves Library. Seton Hill University Seton Hill Dr. Greensburg, PA 15601724-552-1722 |
10/10/09Sam Thorp at the Panza GalleryCheck for my work on display in thier galleries. 115 Sedgwick St. Millvale, PA 15209724-833-4537 For more info: www.panzagallery.com |
10/04/09Grand Gala OpeningSam Thorp at Art of SalvationThe Irma Freeman Center for Imagination Opening Friday October 9th, 6-10pm Show runs to December 14th.  5006 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15224 724-418-6208 For more info: www.irmafreeman.com |
09/22/09The Sex- Ed SideshowArt by Sam Thorp for auction at the Sex- Ed SideshowOct 3rd, 8pm- midnight At the Nerve Gallery Presented by Planned Parenthood 
Nerve Gallery 500 Dargen Ave. Bloomfield PGH, PA 15224412-434-8957 For more info: www.sexedsideshow.vox.com |
09/22/09New Show: the Rowe GalleryThe work of Sam Thorp will be at the Rowe GalleryOpening October 2nd, 7-9pm Show runs through November 13 sponsored by Greensburg Art Club 
230 Todd School Rd. Greensburg, PA 15601For more info: www.greensburgartclub.org |
09/05/09Lower Burrell!Sam Thorp will be part of The One year Anniversary show at Artform Gallery and Tattoo.Opening: Saturday Sept 26th 6-11pm. Show runs through Nov 7th. 
2603 Leechburg, Rd. Lower Burrell, PA 15068For more info: myspace.com/artformtattoo |
09/05/09See the work of Sam Thorp at Art Stimulus 2009.One day only: Saturday Sept 19th 1- 10pm. 
Presented by Arts on the Allegheny and River Fine Arts Association. Kittanning Riverfront Park, Kittanning, PA 16201 More Info |
09/03/09Indiana, PA!Sam Thorp will be part of The Water In the Gathering Art Show.See it as part of the Holy Waters intergration ceremony at 1st Unitarian Universalist Church starting at 10:30 Sept 13th. Show runs through to Sept 27. 285 Twolick Dr. Indiana, PA 15701 724.349.2776 |
07/25/09People WatchingAll new work. Sept 11 & 12th 2009. Opening Reception Friday Sept. 11 6-9pm
Zombo Gallery 4900 Hatfield St. Pgh, PA 15201 412-904-3703 www.zomboworld.com |
07/07/09Through the Window Write upA review of my most recent show appeared in Digging Pitt, a prestigious blog of the PGH scene. It includes a lot of the other great artists showing that night and a video of yours truly attempting to describe my work.Read the review here. MostWanted Fine Art 5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 www.most-wantedfineart.com |
06/21/09As Part of Unblurred THROUGH THE WINDOW Carolyn Wenning and Sam Thorp will have their work on display. Carolyn's painterly style mixed with Sam's observations should prove to be an excellent display of Pittsburgh's premiere artists. Please stop by on Friday July 3rd 6PM-10PM or call for an appointment. MostWanted Fine Art 5015 Penn Ave. Pgh, PA 15224 412-889-7526 www.most-wantedfineart.com |
05/07/09 Your chance to bid on artwork by Sam Thorp and many other great PGH artists. PERSAD 21st annual benefit; Celebrate Life, Celebrate Art. Persad Center's benefit art auction will be held on May 11, 2009 at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Oakland. With more than 1,600 people; over 200 pieces of art from regional, national and international artists; food from the area's top restaurants; and entertainment from the best the city has to offer, it's the can't miss event of the season. Monday May 11th. 6-11pm Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave. Pgh 15213 For more Info: persadevents.org/ |
04/18/09UK Print!See my work in Reassess Your Weapons. #10 March 2009www.myspace.com/manifestaleeds |
03/08/09In PrintIllustrations by Sam Thorp in Lux Magazine. www.luxmagz.comIlluatrations in March Issue of The NEW People. www.thomasmertoncenter.org |
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12/01/08 © POP Gallery is the Motor City's pre-eminent art showcase. For over a decade. it has been the launching pad for some of the city's most visible, popular and important visual artists of the last 20 years and home to some of the midwest's most exhilarating exhibitions. Closing Recepton Jan 31, 7- 10pm Hours: Wednesday-Thursday: 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 313-833-9901 4160 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48201 |
09/19/08Digging PittMy show at the Wizard got a write up in the Digging Pitt blog.Thanks Susan. |
08/23/08Greece is WORD.Yes, if you are in the area; you can now find my atwork in various spots on Skalas Eressos, the Isle of Lesvos, Greece. I have been creating posters/ flyers for the hot new act,opc. |
08/23/08British InvasionFind my work in the Leeds, UK based, Colouring Outside the Lines Gallery Book. The famous British Zine has spawned the development of a paper gallery prior to the interviews. The gallery pages feature submissions from a wide array of kickass female artists. These gallery pages have recently made it online so you can now downlaod them for free.Check Here to View. (I'm in Issue #3) |
08/23/08On the West Coast....Find my work as part of i- 5's new Postcards from the Art Edge.Exhibit runs August 29 thru October 18 at the i-5 Gallery in the Brewery Arts Compound. Closing Reception Aug 30th 8-11pm. Curiated by Matt gleason of Coagula. |
07/11/08New Show in LA$2 Group ShowJuly 11 - Aug 23, 2008 Reception: Saturday, July 12th 7-10pm 100 artists were given a $2 Bill on which to make their masterpiece - each artwork is priced at $200 as a fundraiser for i-5 gallery. Featuring Carol Es, Michael Salerno, David Trulli, Mark Hix, Sam Thorp and 95 others! i-5 GALLERY at THE BREWERY ART COLONY 2100 N. Main St., #A-9 (in the Atrium at The Brewery), Los Angeles, CA 90031 |
06/01/05July 1 though Dec 31st:New Work, New York can be seen at the Ward-Nasse gallery in NYC. 178 Prince Street, New York, NY 10012 |
07/07/05More workI have paintings displayed at the Penn Area Library in Harrison City, PA. Yay me.... |
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