Tom Noll has completed another beautiful work of art with his captivating caricature of George Harrison that he aptly named: “Within You“. Click on the image below to be directed to Tom’s site for ordering information or eMail Tom now at Tom@TomNoll.comto order right away.
Tom Noll’s Painting of George Harrison titled: Within You
WE HAVE A WINNER!!
Well, what fun to put the title of my work into the hands of others. Thanks to everybody that joined in, and thanks to those who took advantage of the special intro pricing.
There were some great appropriate names submitted, and the one I choose, comes from Bob Clark of Milwaukee, WI, USA.
The simplicity of his name “Mutha” struck a chord with me.In Bob’s words…
“This name might serve to restore some of Zappa’s original intent in naming his band the “Mothers” referencing the jazz idiom for great players. While the band officially named the Mothers of Invention did last only the first phase of his career, Zappa remained a “Mutha” of a guitar player, and always singularly inventive.”Thanks Bob! You know how to reach me if you want to take advantage of my 1/2 price offer & put “Mutha on your wall.
Thanks again to all…
Tom
You can order a print of Frank Zappa, “Mutha” by [Following This Link].
Frank Zappa “Mutha”, Painted by Tom Noll, Titled by Bob Clark
ORIGINAL CONTEST POST:
GuitarDaddy,
Returning for a FZ name!
With the busy holidays behind us, I want to revisit the painting I did recently that was never titled. One of my most highly requested paintings…the one and only…Frank Zappa!!!!
At the time of creation, I had alluded to a contest to name the painting, and a number of you have since asked if it was coming about. I’d now like to give people a chance to give it that perfect name. At the same time, I want to revert back to my original introductory price offer for print reproductions.
As true Zappa fans step up to give this a proper title, I will offer a limited edition print at half the price of the intro offer to the person who comes up with the name that best fits my creation. I’d like more than just a song title, but will entertain names that aptly portray the Frank Zappa that held our attention for 3 decades of diverse musical influences, and continues…to this day.
Prints during this contest will be intro priced at $239, plus $5 to ship ($12.50 international) If you’ve purchased one of the prints, and win with the best name, I’ll credit you half your funds back.
If you’d like to lock in the lowest print number, Email me, I’ll invoice you via paypal, and you’ll have yours in your hands shortly.
The contest, and intro price will end January 18th, and the winner will be announce the next day.
Good luck, keep an open mind, & have fun!
Thanks
Tom
Calling all GuitarBuzz readers!
Here’s your chance to name the Frank Zappa painting and get 50% off a limited edition print!
SO HOW DO YOU SUGGEST A NAME? ALL YOU HAVE TO DO TO ENTER THIS CONTEST IS LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS POST WITH YOUR NAME SUGGESTION FOR THE FRANK ZAPPA PAINTING! TOM WILL SELECT THE OFFICIAL NAME OF THE PAINTING FROM THE COMMENT ENTRIES AND THE WINNER WILL RECEIVE 50% OFF THE PRICE OF A LIMITED EDITION PRINT!
Tom’s Promise:If you are the winner of the contest and you also pre-ordered a print, your will receive a 50% refund! So go ahead and CONTACT TOM at Tom@TomNoll.com to pre-order now!
CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR NAME SUGGESTION!
The December/January issue of Guitar Aficionado features Eric Clapton on the cover and a look at some of the iconic guitars auctioned by Eric Clapton for his Crossroads Centre.
Guitar Aficianado – Eric Clapton
The issue is still on the newsstand where guitar magazine titles are sold ‘en mass so if you don’t have this one…run, don’t walk, to your closest Barnes and Noble.
Eric Clapton’s contributions as a guitarist and musician are widely praised and celebrated, but his impact on the guitar industry is too often overlooked. It’s true that Clapton was never a brash innovator or mad musical scientist like Les Paul, Jimi Hendrix, or Eddie Van Halen, each of whom caused generations of guitarists to rethink the instrument, but he has nonetheless played an almost unparalleled role in influencing guitar sales for the past half century.
Read more of the Eric Clapton story by [CLICKING HERE].
Eric Clapton
Are you an Eric Clapton fan?
Be sure to check out Creative Bone Artworks, and all of the incredible prints in the “Art That Rocks” Collection – specifically the Eric Clapton print from world-famous artist Tom Noll!
Tom’s “Art That Rocks” print collection includes Limited Edition prints from original oil paintings of many famous Blues and Rock guitarists and bands – available for immediate purchase!
Limited Edition prints are still available of this amazing Eric Clapton artwork! Contact Tom Noll directly to inquire about ALL art prints for sale.
Well folks, it’s time to bring the contest to a close! Early this morning, I received an email from artist Tom Noll with the announcement of the winner to our “Name the Rory Gallagher Painting” contest. Here is it:
“A big Thanks to all the Rory fans around the globe that have helped provide inspiration for this painting. Again, I was faced with so many possibilities with over 100 people showing up.”
“Back in April of 1973, I took my then-to-be-wife to her first live concert at a little basement club in Milwaukee, WI, USA. Rory Gallagher tore the roof off the place, and I was hooked. His pureness, and raw energy captured me, and I held those qualities close as I now embarked on bringing him to life on my canvas. When this name submission came in, it brought a giant smile to my face, with the confirmation that I was on the right track.”
“Congrats to Mary Cull of London for naming my piece…”Pure, Raw, Rory”, it simply says it all! Thanks Mary!!!”
PURE, RAW, RORY – Painted by Tom Noll, Named by Mary Cull
A complimentary print will be headed across the pond to Mary for this tribute.
The limited edition of 250 prints is in progress and slated for shipping this coming week, well in time for Christmas.
“Thanks to all of you for believing in me, and thanks to those who pre-ordered their art prints.”
“As of this posting, low number prints are still available at the introductory price of $239. Contact me at Tom@TomNoll.com and I’ll hook you up!”
“I hope to add you to the growing list of Rory owners.”
“Pure, Raw, Rory”…I think he’d agree!
Tom
CONTEST UPDATE!
ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH AT MIDNIGHT!
After the overwhelming response to the previous “Name the Painting” contests for Gary Moore, Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Guy, Roy Buchanan, Ronnie Earl and Billy Gibbons, my good friend and world-renowned artist Tom Noll is back at it again with Irish blues-rock guitar legend Rory Gallagher on his canvas!
Rory’s influence spread through the generations – from Slash to Johnny Marr, from U2’s The Edge to Queen’s Brian May, and onto The Manics’ James Dean Bradfield – any aspiring player who encountered him was bound to be energized or transformed.
In 2010, Gallagher was ranked #42 on Gibson.com’s List of their Top 50 Guitarists of All Time.
Gallagher was also listed on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time, ranked at 57th place.
Jimi Hendri was once asked: “So…whats it like being the best guitarist in the world?”
…to which he replied: “I dont know you’d have to ask Rory Gallagher that question”.
In the years that have passed since Rory Gallagher’s death, aged 47 on June 14 1995, his true stature has become ever more clear. This soft spoken Irishman, characterised by his flowing locks and trademark working man stage clothes, was far from ordinary. Gallagher was a self taught virtuoso who forged a musical revolution in his native land, shunned the traps of fame and stardom yet became a universally acclaimed international folk hero.
Rory Gallagher died too young with much still to achieve and offer but the wealth and quality of the material he produced in his lifetime insures his ever questing, hungry spirit lives on.
Rory Gallagher Sketch by artist Tom Noll
Here is the “sketch” that Tom Noll created which captures the emotion of Rory’s music and is the inspiration for Tom’s newest painting!
Tom estimates the Rory Gallagher painting will take another 1-2 weeks to complete (progress shots will be posted on his web site – CLICK HERE), with prints of the original oil painting available … IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS!!
The artprints are super high quality giclees, which utilize fade resistant UV archival inks. They’re produced from the original oil painting, and are rolled and shipped in a rigid tube along with a certificate of authenticity. The prints are perfect for matting and framing, and will be a memorable addition to any room.
The 27″x19″ prints can be pre-ordered at the introductory price of $239.00 (plus $8.00 to ship within the USA; $12.50 internationally)
Take a look at the “Creative Bone ArtWorks” Official Web Site and browse Tom’s extensive gallery of “Art That Rocks” which includes many guitar players like Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck, Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, David Gilmour, B.B. King, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Les Paul, Johnny Cash, Gary Moore, Buddy Guy, Joe Bonamassa, Roy Buchanan, Frank Zappa, Tom Waits and Billy Gibbons. There you will find information about pricing, sizes and other info on Tom’s creative artwork.
GuitarDaddy Tip: Pre-Order your Rory Gallagher print by contacting Tom directly. Pre-ordering will allow you to reserve a low-numbered print and to receive your print much faster.
“This painting captures Rory in a classic pose playing his signature Fender Stratocaster. I’m looking forward to the Guitar Buzz readers coming up with some great name suggestions!” Thanks…Tom
SO HOW DOES THE CONTEST WORK?
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO TO ENTER THIS CONTEST IS LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS POST WITH YOUR SUGGESTION FOR A NAME OF THE RORY GALLAGHER PAINTING!
TOM WILL SELECT THE OFFICIAL NAME OF THE PAINTING FROM THE COMMENT ENTRIES AND THE WINNER WILL RECEIVE A FREE PRINT OF THE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING!
ANOTHER TIP: Be Creative! Don’t just suggest the name of one of Rory’s songs… try to capture the spirit of the image!
Tom’s Promise: If you are the winner of the contest and you also pre-ordered a print, your money will be refunded! So go ahead and CONTACT TOM at Tom@TomNoll.com to pre-order now!
CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT!
“I love these NAME THE PAINTING contests! They are so inspirational to me!”
- Tom Noll, owner of Creative Bone Artworks
Also, keep checking back to TheGuitarBuzz.com for contest updates!
Note: In the case of duplicate submissions, the person who suggested the name first will have claim to that name. Also note, the winner will forfeit any and all rights to the name to Tom Noll if it is selected to be the winner.
World-renowned artist Tom Noll is back at it again – with FRANK ZAPPA on his canvas!
In a career spanning more than 30 years, Zappa wrote rock, jazz, orchestral works. He also directed feature-length films and music videos, and designed album covers. Zappa produced almost all of the more than 60 albums he released with the band The Mothers of Invention and as a solo artist.
Tom Noll’s Sketch of Frank Zappa
Take a look at the “Creative Bone ArtWorks” Official Web Site and browse Tom’s extensive gallery of “Art That Rocks” which includes many guitar players like Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck, Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, David Gilmour, B.B. King, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Les Paul, Johnny Cash, Gary Moore, Buddy Guy, Joe Bonamassa, Roy Buchanan, Ronnie Earl and Billy Gibbons. There you will find information about pricing, sizes and other info on Tom’s creative artwork.
Tom estimates the yet-to-be-named Frank Zappa painting will take several weeks to complete (progress shots will be posted on his web site – CLICK HERE) be sure to bookark the page to follow along with the fun.
CONTACT TOM at Tom@TomNoll.com!
Regular readers of TheGutiarBuzz have heard of Tom Noll, the artist behind the “Name the Painting” contests that we host.
Tom Noll and his 10-Foot Guitars
Gibson Guitar chose the birth and resting place of guitar legend Les Paul for one of its acclaimed GuitarTown community arts project. Waukesha GuitarTown features 10-foot tall fiberglass Gibson Les Paul model guitars, and a series of regular size Gibson guitars, artistically designed by acclaimed Wisconsin artists and displayed in front of the city’s landmarks and businesses.
Each guitar celebrates a musician, personality or artist unique to the region’s history, with guitar sculptures sponsored by local businesses and individuals.
The Waukesha GuitarTown Project unites the Waukesha area music, art and business communities with a mission to raise funds to better the lives of those served by local charitable organizations, including Waukesha school music and art programs, the new Waukesha County Museum Les Paul exhibit, and the new Waukesha Community Health Center.
The launch event occurred this past June 1st, in honor of Les Paul’s birthday.
Other Gibson GuitarTown cities include Los Angeles, Cleveland, Miami, Orlando, Austin, Nashville and London.
The local news station (Fox 6) took an in depth look at the making of and meaning behind Guitartown in Waukesha this summer. Watch this exclusive video of two of the artists actually from the hometown of Les Paul toiled away with the project of a lifetime.
You just may recognize one of them…
[CLICK HERE] to see several progress shots of Tom as he painted the 10-foot guitar and to find out how you can order a print of the photo above!
Breaking News! This just in from artist Tom Noll:
Tom Waits “Sweet Syncopation” painted by Tom Noll
“The Tom Waits painting is done and I think I selected the perfect title.”
“Thanks to everyone that has taken part in this naming experience, and once again, the more names that came in, the tougher the selection process got. But, if Tom Waits were to give me a hand with this, I’m sure he’d agree that a fitting title to his painting would be ”Sweet Syncopation”!
Thank you to Kool Breeze for this great title. She submitted this to the Buzz…and it said it all.
In music, Syncopation includes a variety of rhythms which are in some way unexpected, and which makes an off-beat tune or piece of music. More simply, syncopation is a general term for a disturbance or interruption of the regular flow of rhythm: a placement of rhythmic stresses or accents where they wouldn’t normally occur.
I felt that this describes a lot of what attracts me to Tom’s music, his personality, and its the same feeling that I carried through to the painting.
As it turns out, Kool Breeze is the Ambassador to the Blues for the State of Missouri ( http://www.facebook.com/koolbreeez) and hosts an awesome weekly blues show…so who better to have her finger on the pulse of Tom’s syncopation. Kool will be receiving the complimentary print #1 from the limited-edition run as promised.
I plan to have prints in hand in a couple weeks to start delivering. For those wanting in on these 19” x 27” art prints, pre-orders are encouraged to secure your low numbers of the limited run of 250.
Send an email to me at Tom@TomNoll.com and I will hook you up at the introductory price of $229 and $8 to ship ($12.50 international). I’m honoring this price until Sept 15th. All preorders received will also get an inkjet print of the original sketch that I worked up early to guide me through the painting.
Thanks again… Tom.”
Put on some Tom Waits, and enjoy some of that ”Sweet Syncopation”!
UPDATE!!!!!
The painting has been named!!!
[CLICK HERE] for the winning announcement!
After the overwhelming response to the previous “Name the Painting” contests for Gary Moore, Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Guy, Roy Buchanan and Billy Gibbons, Ronnie Earl, my good friend and world-renowned artist Tom Noll is back at it again with the legendary Tom Waits on his canvas!
Tom Waits Sketch by Tom Noll
Tom Waits is a singer-songwriter and composer with a very distinctive voice, once described as sounding “like it was soaked in a vat of bourbon, left hanging in the smokehouse for a few months, and then taken outside and run over with a car.”
With this trademark growl, his incorporation of pre-rock music styles such as blues and jazz, and experimental tendencies verging on industrial music, Waits has built up a distinctive musical persona.
He has worked as a composer for movies and musical plays and has acted in supporting roles in films including Paradise Alley and Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
He has a cult following and has influenced subsequent songwriters despite having little radio or music video support. His songs are best-known through cover versions by more commercial artists: “Jersey Girl”, performed by Bruce Springsteen, “Ol’ ’55″, performed by the Eagles, and “Downtown Train”, performed by Rod Stewart. Although Waits’ albums have met with mixed commercial success in the USA, they have occasionally achieved gold album sales status in other countries. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his soundtrack work on One from the Heart.
In 2011, Waits was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Tom estimates the Tom Waits painting will take several weeks to come together (progress shots will be posted on his web site – CLICK HERE), with prints of the original oil painting available shortly after.
The artprints are super high quality giclees, which utilize fade resistant UV archival inks. They’re produced from the original oil painting, and are rolled and shipped in a rigid tube along with a certificate of authenticity. The prints are perfect for matting and framing, and will be a memorable addition to any room.
The 27″x19″ prints will be available in mid to late August with a special PRE-ORDER price of $229.00 (plus $8.00 to ship within the USA; $12.50 internationally).
As a BONUS, Tom will include a FREE inkjet of the sketch along with the full print!
Take a look at the “Creative Bone ArtWorks” Official Web Site and browse Tom’s extensive gallery of “Art That Rocks” which includes many guitar players like Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck, Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, David Gilmour, B.B. King, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Les Paul, Johnny Cash, Gary Moore, Buddy Guy, Joe Bonamassa, Roy Buchanan, Billy Gibbons and Ronnie Earl. There you will find information about pricing, sizes and other info on Tom’s creative artwork.
GuitarDaddy Tip: You can Pre-Order a Tom Waits print by contacting Tom directly. Pre-ordering will allow you to reserve a low-numbered print and to receive your print much faster.
SO HOW DOES THE CONTEST WORK?
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO TO ENTER THIS CONTEST IS LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS POST WITH YOUR SUGGESTION FOR A NAME OF THE TOM WAITS PAINTING!
TOM WILL SELECT THE OFFICIAL NAME OF THE PAINTING FROM THE COMMENT ENTRIES AND THE WINNER WILL RECEIVE A FREE PRINT OF THE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING!
Tom’s Promise: If you are the winner of the contest and you also pre-ordered a print, your money will be refunded! So go ahead and CONTACT TOM at Tom@TomNoll.com to pre-order now!
CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT!
“I love these NAME THE PAINTING contests! They are so inspirational to me!”
- Tom Noll, owner of Creative Bone Artworks
Also, keep checking back to TheGuitarBuzz.com for contest updates!
Note: In the case of duplicate submissions, the person who suggested the name first will have claim to that name. Also note, the winner will forfeit any and all rights to the name to Tom Noll if it is selected to be the winner.
After over 250+ suggestions, Tom Noll has selected a title for the Ronnie Earl painting!
Read this:
I’ve finished the Ronnie Earl painting and selected the perfect title. But first, I’d like to thank everybody that has been a part of this painting experience. Great inspiration has come from reading not only your title submissions, but all your comments from the heart. So many people opened up to say how much Ronnie Earl means in their life. It really meant a lot to me and made me realize this was bigger than I originally thought, and much more than just another painting. You would think it would have been a lot of pressure, but the energy just flowed out.
So, if a painting could have dozens of names, this would be it, but I’ve chosen the name: “Transcendence”.
“Transcendence”, Blues Guitarist Ronnie Earl, painted by Tom Noll
Thank you to Natalie Berry for this great title. She submitted this to the Buzz… “Ever since I first heard Ronnie live in 1989, his music has always had the effect of helping me to transcend myself and taking me to a better place. So I would like to call the painting “Transcendence.”I feel that this name captures what Ronnie is about, and what his fans embrace. I truly hope Ronnie will give it the nod.
Natalie will be receiving a complimentary print from the limited-edition run as promised!
I suspect I will have prints in hand in a couple weeks to start delivering. Pre-orders on these 19” x 27” print are suggested to secure your low numbers of the run of 500. Send an email to me at Tom@TomNoll.com and I will hook you up at the introductory price of $229 and $8 to ship ($12.50 international).
I’m honoring this price until July 20th.
Thanks again… and feel free to pass this along to all your Ronnie Earl friends!
-Tom
