Up close with Redletter1’s Phil Holt

Posted Sep 30, 2009 by Angus Shafer

Updated Sep 30, 2009 at 11:15 AM

Phil Holt gives a little history about how Redletter1 came to be.

Head out to Redletter1 on Saturday for the opening of Tes One’s solo show “Repeat Offender.”

REPEAT OFFENDER

An exhibition of new works and prints by Leon Bedore

Opening Reception | October 3rd, 2009 | 7pm – 11pm
1818 North 15th Street | Tampa, Florida 33605

TES ONE
Combining traditional and non-traditional techniques, Tes One creates
contemporary works of art that contrast nature with technology, grime
with grace. Allowing himself to find beauty in the mundane, he is able
to juxtapose rejected landscapes with figurative illustrations, all
the while identifying what is common between the conversing elements.
These opposing forces coexist to create paintings that are both
symbolic and metaphorical. Tes One’s conceptual paintings are
assembled from the foundation up; color and cast blanket organic
substrates. Incorporating movement within his work brings his energy
and message to the viewer, emotions envelope and hold focus.

Tes One’s imagery has appeared in numerous publications in both
advertising and editorial capacities. His work has enjoyed acclaim in
places such as London, Miami, Detroit, Cleveland and San Francisco.
Repeat Offender is Tes One’s second exhibition at RedLetter1.