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Growing up in the 60’s Craig was influenced by Pop Art, Rock n’ Roll, Skateboarding and Skiing. In the 70”s Craig’s interests grew as he learned to play guitar and attend rock concerts, photographing Peter Frampton, Thin Lizzy and Queen.

After graduating from college and art school in the 80’s Craig moved to New York and worked as a freelance Production Artist for Rolling Stone Magazine. He spent most of his time taking photos of artists and met Robert Mapplethorpe, Stephen Sprouse and Debbie Harry who inspired him to explore other mediums.

A full time editorial job took him to Chicago in 1986 , his freelance business was focused on media accounts which included Oprah Winfrey. Creating his photo archive Craig photographed Willie Dixon, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Allen Ginsberg, The Kinks, David Bowie, Cheap Trick, KISS, X, White Zombie, and Keith Haring. Craig spent free time silk screening, painting, and assisting artists and publishers. While attending openings and collecting art, gallery owners became intrigued by Craig’s knowledge and passion leading to many successful exhibitions.

Craig also operates Gallery 647 Exhibiting Erotic Art & Pop Art. Open Daily!

Electric Sunshine

 
 

Guitar
Acrylic and Oil on wood.18"x36"

 

 

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Paintings © Craig Kersten/The Studio of Craig Pop Artist. All Rights Reserved 2005.