Shag story

We went to an art talk and slide show by Shag (Josh Agle) in the back yard of an artist neighbor's house and got to talk with him for a while beforehand... He turned out to be such a charming and likeably unassuming individual. I've long admired the slick retro style and wit of his work, but now I suddenly find myself liking it ever so much more after hearing his tales of growing up in Hawaii and becoming obsessed with old tiki bars and mid-century modern style and architecture. I suppose it's the back story and human element that adds...


Shag (Josh Agle), The Cutter, acrylic on panel, 20x27"
Copyright © Shag 2012

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