The Louis Art Gallery

What Critics are saying about Lou's self proclaimed "Thinkpieces"

"I can vouch for Louis. I have known him for years and am just beginning to really scratch the surface of where he is going with his art. If at first the statements his art makes escape you, hang in there and let the vibes surround your soul. When it does happen, IF it ever happens - it’s very rewarding for mind, body, and spirit."

-Heif, TNI Times

"'Friendship' is a brilliant exploration of fraternal love in the 21st century. The artist deftly conveys the positive and negative emotions associated with the male dynamic, but without forcing any judgment upon the viewer. With the underlying homoeroticism of male bodybuilders, Louis skillfully portrays the insecurities of the modern male, while suggesting we're all a little bit mo. "

-Joe Stewart, Editor, SOGO Weekly

"This is a textbook example of Louis' tendency to take the most profound and near-indecipherable aspects of the paradigms that enslave our consciousness, whittle it down to its most essential core of meaning, and convey these elusive lessons which oftentimes exhaust even the most steadfast intellectual explorers. This piece, entitled "friendship" is as profound a statement as these eyes have ever seen. Absolutely brilliant in its message and execution, this is the visual equivalent to a stranger pulling you off to the side, only to put in the palm of your hand the stuff dreams are actually made of. The bodybuilders represent the fassad many people fabricate to distance themselves from the sensitivity that is necessary to maintain friendship. The physical appearance is in sharp contrast to the words spoken. It's a visual Class-3 water rapid at this point as the eye decides what to focus on next. Atop this piece we can see Yoda in the center and a squirrel and beaver bookending the corners. This is a bold choice of placement. The words of the bodybuilders express the confusion that is present in everyday life. The "squirrel" and "beaver" actually represent sexual urge, but the placement centers the focus to Yoda, which serves as a diety. The spiritual aspect which reins over mortal indecision. When focused on Yoda, one believes that there is maybe nowhere higher to look for the answer, but then, ironically enough, the answer is "right under" the particiapnt's nose. Seems like when the diety (symbolized by Yoda) doesn't seem to have the answer, the answer is found in the words of a man. Timeless words they are, John Lennon's "imagine" gives the piece contemporary appeal. Absolutely exhausting is this piece, but a satisfying exhaust at that. Pass the cigarette." -Heif, on "Friendship" 8\5\05

"Like I said...a thinkpiece. I am very abstract with my art, the timing and motion I set off draws off the opaque background used and makes one feel almost as if they are one with the portrait."

Louis (Pronounced Lou-Eeee), 7/27/05

Read Critical Reviews of Louis' 3 part Opus, "Liberty!!!", Here

Fear and Loathing in Radnor, PA	Dreamboat	Friendship
Liberty	Liberty: Part Deux	Liberty: The Solution
Day After the Thew Bird	php	Lou's Penance

Louis' Comics

-NEW! Always experimenting with new mediums, Louis' first blending of the comic book genre and power point. Live the adventures of the SOGO 5, comprised of HeifGuile, RaidenCall, Archangel Pat, Stewheart, The Layzee, and Mike the SOGO Monk as they take on tyranny and battle injustice and high liquor prices. (Note, must have powerpoint installed to view)

SOGO Mike Vs. Carolina Hurricanes- Commemorating Mike and Max's Trip to the Raleigh area.

SOGO 5 Vs. Atlanta Falcons -In honor of the start of the eagles season.