(B. 1982) Always fascinated by and passionate about the act of drawing and painting, Edward has spent the majority of his life pursuing the knowledge and discipline of these time-honored crafts. Fine Art, Illustration, and Graphics were equally appealing to Edward and therefore offered him the opportunity to absorb a vast spectrum of influences and disciplines.
Edward’s enthusiasm continued to grow through his academic years as his hometown college allowed him to meet and study under renowned artists such as Leonard Stankunas and Anthony J. Waichulis. Upon completion of his degree programs, Edward studied the figure independently for two years. While this was extremely rewarding, the desire to immerse himself into a more formal system of training for Representational painting and drafting, led Edward to accept a position as an apprentice at Ani Art Academy Waichulis. Here, he had the opportunity to work alongside some of the most recognized Representational painters and draftsmen of today.
After graduating from Ani Art Academy Waichulis, Edward was appointed to Dean of the Ani Art Academies Dominicana and moved to Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic. There he works alongside his fiance, Deborah Lloyd who is also an artist and Instructor of Ani. Together they are dedicated to teaching their apprentices, and helping them develop into highly skilled artists.
They will soon be launching the The Dillon Studio, which will be offering education resources for artists, including a Long Distance Apprentice Program for those who are interested in improving their skills, but don’t have the luxury to study full-time in the studio. Please see the Study section for more information.
GALLERY REPRESENTATION:
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS:
- 2019 EQUINOX, Ani Art Academies America, Red Bank, NJ
- 2018 IMAGINE, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, New York, NY
- 2017 Legacy, Gallery 1261, Denver, CO
- 2017 Capturing Realism, Pauly Friedmen Gallery, Dallas, PA
- 2017 Art Market, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, San Francisco, CA
- 2017 Red, Lovett’s Gallery, Tulsa, OK
- 2016 Fahrenheit, Lovett’s Gallery, Tulsa, OK
- 2016 SYNESTHESIA, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, New York, NY
- 2016 LA Art Show, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, Los Angeles, CA
- 2016 From Near and Far, Artist for Art Gallery, Scranton, PA
- 2015 Capturing Realism, Pauly Friedmen Gallery, Dallas, PA
- 2015 Fahrenheit, Lovett’s Gallery, Tulsa, OK
- 2015 The Lollipop Guild, Lovett’s Gallery, Tulsa, OK
- 2015 SEXES, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, New York, NY
- 2014 Small Works Big Ideas, Mainstreet Galleries, Kingston, PA
- 2014 Heroes Villians Myths and Legends, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, New York, NY
- 2013 Capturing Realism, Pauly Friedmen Gallery, Dallas, PA
- 2013 The Big Gamble, Rehs Contemporary Galleries, New York, NY
- 2012 New Seasons, New Works, Mainstreet Gallery, Kingston, PA
- 2011 Capturing Realism, Pauly Friedman Gallery, Dallas, PA
- 2009 Capturing Realism, Pauly Friedman Gallery, Dallas, PA
EDUCATION:
- 2007-2012 The Waichulis Studio/Ani Art Academy Waichulis, Bear Creek Twp, PA
- 2001-2004 Luzerne County Community College, Nanticoke, PA
TEACHING:
- 2012-Present Ani Art Academies Dominicana Dean & Head Instructor
- 2010-2012 Ani Art Academies Long Distance Apprenticeship Instructor
AWARDS AND PUBLICATIONS:
- 2019 Art Renewal Center International Salon Competition Finalist
- 2012 Art Renewal Center International Salon Competition Finalist
- 2012 Strokes of Genius 5: Best of Drawing/Composition
- 2011 Art Renewal Center International Salon Competition Finalist
- 2010 Art Renewal Center Scholarship Award