NetWorks Rhode Island and the Chazan Collection Exhibition, WaterFire Arts Center (2024) Bio:
Kenneth Speiser, born in New York City, NY, received a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design (Sculpture). He lives and works in Providence, RI.
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Original NetWorks Catalogue Bio:
Kenn Speiser, born in 1946, grew up in New York, and graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with a degree in sculpture. He has remained in Providence, where he actively combines his talents as a sculptor and printmaker with various business and non-profit endeavors.
Source: NetWorks 2009-2010 Catalogue
Credits:
Video: Richard Goulis
“Scrod” (excerpt) – conceived and produced by: Kenn Speiser, Film by Alfred Chin, a Bizarro Production ©1986
Excerpts from: “Road Construction,” “Traffic Control Clown Kachina” and “Windlilies” by Geoff Adams
Music: The Gnomes “To The Dance Floor” Gnomes Record Production ©2006
Artwork Photography: Constance Brown
Producer: Joseph A. Chazan M.D.
Additional Information:
Artist’s Website: speisersculpture.com
Highlighting the work of selected artists who have played vital roles in shaping the contemporary visual arts community in Rhode Island. This collection of brief video portraits provides a window into the lives, practices, and cultural contributions of professional artists.
