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Acclaimed mixed media artist Richard Goltry showed early signs of his future creative endeavors drawing abstract images and creating assemblages from found objects as a child.  In his early twenties he expanded his knowledge of artistic tools and materials through courses at Parsons and the School of Visual Arts but is primarily self-taught.

Influenced and inspired by the early and mid ’70s culture of his time — from Russian avant-garde to pop artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein to the music of The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, David Bowie, and Patti Smith — his creative energy was fueled.

Goltry’s art is defined by a mastery of balance and geometric symmetry, unique in the pre-digital era. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found a commercial enterprise with his then-wife, designer Devora Avikzer, based on his graphic designs. Their company produced a diverse range of merchandise, including clothing, bags, jewelry, and Zippo lighters, and established retail stores in New York City’s SoHo, Tokyo, and the Hamptons, along with an extensive wholesale business both domestically and internationally.

In addition to his visual art, Goltry ventured into music, founding a band called The Escalators in the late seventies. As the lead singer and lyricist, he collaborated with notable musicians like Jerry Harrison of the Talking Heads. The Escalators released several records and performed in New York City’s alternative rock clubs such as Danceteria, CBGBs, and The Peppermint Lounge.

He has also explored his passion for photography, incorporating abstract styles using an old-school Nikon F2 and Polaroid instant camera.  Although somewhat leery of the art world pretensions he actively engages with museum installations and gallery shows, continually seeking inspiration and opportunities to showcase his work.

Notably, Goltry had a solo exhibition titled “Bullseye” at One Art Space in Tribeca, New York, from February 4 to 8, 2019. This exhibition featured a collection of his works spanning from the mid-1970s to the early 1990s, showcasing his mixed media, photography, and wall sculptures. He has also exhibited at “Art on Paper” in New York, further solidifying his presence in the contemporary art scene.