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New York based designer and rock musician Michael Houghton is the
creative genius behind many rock 'n roll associated artistic endeavors with
his name. Known primarily for his "Michael H.","DeHoughton" & the
current "Rock Punk Couture" clothing lines, his designs have made fans
out of such legendary rock figures as The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith,The
New York Dolls, Duran Duran,Gregg Allman,Guns 'n Roses & Jane's
Addiction to name a few. His clients from the world of rock royalty come to
be outfitted by him knowing that his signatory custom pieces have a look all
their own. Something Mr. Houghton is widely known for.
creative genius behind many rock 'n roll associated artistic endeavors with
his name. Known primarily for his "Michael H.","DeHoughton" & the
current "Rock Punk Couture" clothing lines, his designs have made fans
out of such legendary rock figures as The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith,The
New York Dolls, Duran Duran,Gregg Allman,Guns 'n Roses & Jane's
Addiction to name a few. His clients from the world of rock royalty come to
be outfitted by him knowing that his signatory custom pieces have a look all
their own. Something Mr. Houghton is widely known for.
This time however, Michael Houghton takes it a step further by
delving into the contemporary art realm with a series of pieces
on canvas entitled "Smoking Series". These pieces, once again
influenced by his love of all things "rock", feature images of
legendary icons such as Keith Richards, David Bowie & John
Lennon from rock's classic 60's & 70's glory period.
Meticulously created & embellished with all their finery, the
paintings reflect the same close attention to detail he parlayed
into making each & every piece in his custom clothing designs so
unique. Mr. Houghton now pushes his creative talents to a new
echelon with the untrodden medium of canvas, yet still
expressing the same deep passion he has for his signature style of
rock punk, wild gypsy hedonism & vintage rock 'n roll. A style
that has made his music, clothing lines & now art so cutting edge
& renown in the downtown NY fashionista/rock scene.
delving into the contemporary art realm with a series of pieces
on canvas entitled "Smoking Series". These pieces, once again
influenced by his love of all things "rock", feature images of
legendary icons such as Keith Richards, David Bowie & John
Lennon from rock's classic 60's & 70's glory period.
Meticulously created & embellished with all their finery, the
paintings reflect the same close attention to detail he parlayed
into making each & every piece in his custom clothing designs so
unique. Mr. Houghton now pushes his creative talents to a new
echelon with the untrodden medium of canvas, yet still
expressing the same deep passion he has for his signature style of
rock punk, wild gypsy hedonism & vintage rock 'n roll. A style
that has made his music, clothing lines & now art so cutting edge
& renown in the downtown NY fashionista/rock scene.
Mr. Houghton's first installation of "Smoking Series" which
took place in Soho this past December resulted in a near sold
out show at his opening reception, a testament to the innovative
& cutting edge appeal of the art pieces. Each piece has an
authenticity that most certainly comes from the artist's passion
for rock 'n roll culture & joy for the work. Even the special
edition hand painted t-shirts he has painstaking conceived
specifically to be sold during his second installation of
"Smoking Series" this week were all hand made by him.
took place in Soho this past December resulted in a near sold
out show at his opening reception, a testament to the innovative
& cutting edge appeal of the art pieces. Each piece has an
authenticity that most certainly comes from the artist's passion
for rock 'n roll culture & joy for the work. Even the special
edition hand painted t-shirts he has painstaking conceived
specifically to be sold during his second installation of
"Smoking Series" this week were all hand made by him.
Using images from his latest art show, they reflect the heart,
soul & love he puts into everything he creates. The t-shirts were
made by him with the intent to be able to share his work for all
to enjoy . Mr. Houghton is a true artist wanting to share his
"rock 'n roll world" with all who care to join the ride. A passion
he lives by with any artistic medium that happens to inspire him.
soul & love he puts into everything he creates. The t-shirts were
made by him with the intent to be able to share his work for all
to enjoy . Mr. Houghton is a true artist wanting to share his
"rock 'n roll world" with all who care to join the ride. A passion
he lives by with any artistic medium that happens to inspire him.
Michael Houghton welcomes all who are interested in viewing
his pieces to attend the second installation of "Smoking Series"
by Michael Houghton on Friday, February 11, 2011 at Bread
20 Spring Street & Mott from 5-8pm. The installation will be
on display everyday through May 1,2011 for any interested
parties who are unable to attend the opening reception. For
further information on Mr. Houghton's paintings or his "Rock
Punk Couture" designs, we welcome any inquiries at:
gongora3@optonline.net
his pieces to attend the second installation of "Smoking Series"
by Michael Houghton on Friday, February 11, 2011 at Bread
20 Spring Street & Mott from 5-8pm. The installation will be
on display everyday through May 1,2011 for any interested
parties who are unable to attend the opening reception. For
further information on Mr. Houghton's paintings or his "Rock
Punk Couture" designs, we welcome any inquiries at:
gongora3@optonline.net
| Artist Designer Michael H Houghton |
| Photos By Perrine Roux |