Empire Art Direct and Surya Mixed Media Art

Travel back in time to the days of the cinema house and their whirring film projectors. Imagine seeing a classic Groucho Marx or Charlie Chaplin film and smelling the hot buttered popcorn. This lovely Alex Zeng design will do that and more. Individually handmade and hand cut, this piece will accentuate a film buff's collection as well as an art lovers. No Alex Zeng collection is complete without the classic Film Projector.

Hawaiian Beach bathing suit was created by the talented EAD Co-op artist Alex Zeng. This exquisite artwork is part of Zeng's collage collections and is brought to life through a unique medium. Reverse printed on art glass and encased within a black anodized aluminum frame, it emanates a romantic allure that is simply breathtaking. As your eyes meet 'Hawaiian Beach" you are immediately transported to a world of serenity and beauty. This Bathingsuit's intricate details and vibrant colors on the art glass create a mesmerizing effect, as if you were standing right there on a Hawaiian beach yourself. The gentle collage and meticulous craftsmanship invite you to explore every nuance, evoking a sense of wonder and fascination.

This extremely charming image shows a King Charles Spaniel, presented in collage. The shape and character of the dog are immediately apparent, despite the use of unusual collage elements. Various tones combine to give shade and shape to the dog, especially in the long, droopy ears. The observer can enjoy not only the dog, but also be drawn into examining the myriad details of the maps and other materials used in the collage, presenting several layers of interest.

Imagine a shopping trip in the City of Lights and the heavens open up with a downpour. People scurry about looking for cover, but a lucky few remembered their umbrellas and continue strolling down the boulevards. This mixed media wall sculpture shows women perhaps hailing a cab or looking for the next department store to get out of the rain. Primo brings the wet Paris conditions to life in this shimmering piece of mixed media art. Hand painted and signed by the artist, this depiction of city life is not to be missed.

Imagine touring the old theaters of China. You may run into a character similar to that depicted in this Alex Zeng Beijing Opera Mask piece. The classical repertoire of the Beijing Opera features masks such as this brought to life in the art collage style. This sinister mask seems to stare right through you. Immerse yourself in classical Chinese musical theater and drama. This fascinating piece is part of Alex's Beijing Opera Mask series and belongs in the collection of any serious art aficionado.

Anyone who has traveled the rain forests of South America has probably heard the screech of a tropical parrot. These birds have been popular companions throughout history because they are intelligent, charismatic, colorful, and musical. Some parrots can imitate many non-avian sounds, including human speech. Alex Zeng's multi-colored tropical parrot piece seems to call out to you with every intricate detail, becoming more apparent the longer you look. Bird and nature lovers will adore this piece as it has its place in any tropical themed collection.

Cinderella's slipper or high fashion from the 60's? You decide as you gaze at this Alex Zeng creation that is created from individually cut imagery from magazines and art books are shaped and layered to create a treasure hunt of details to the viewer's eye. This piece captures the unique aesthetics of Zeng's style while showcasing the pop culture of days gone by. This fabulous artwork will be a great addition to your home or studio.

Beijing Opera, or Peking Opera, is a kind of Chinese opera and has a 200-year-long history. In ancient times, Beijing Opera was performed mostly on stage in the open air, teahouses, or temple courtyards. The actors change masks onstage, unbeknownst to the audience. This technique is known as changing faces. This Alex Zeng creation is a homage to that time and the amazing art and variety of these masks. The eyes seem to peer into your soul as you gaze at this amazing piece of work. As always, this piece is framed in a black wood veneer and protected by a glass lens. It is also hand signed by the artist.

Another beautiful Revolutions piece, Primo expands upon the themes of the first and challenges the viewer to interpret his vision. The illusion of motion and industrial qualities make this piece radiate with modern pizzazz. Primo's painted wall sculptures such as this are perfect for the contemporary decorator looking for a creative way to introduce some texture and color into the home or office. Hand painted and signed by the artist, this work will look great with any urban, industrial art motif.

Empire Art Direct and their exclusive artist Primo are proud to present this three-dimensional, iron, mixed media wall sculpture on slatted solid wood. These individual unique originals are hand painted and signed works of art that are renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. This 3D sculpture of a succulent can be presented outdoors if it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

Primo's skill as an industrial artist is on full display with this red poppy piece of work. Notice how he utilizes bent and coiled wires, nuts, and washers to make the stamens of the flower. This three dimensional creation is layered to literally pop off the wall at the viewer. Primo's rustic take on the time-honored subject of the simple flower is totally unique in the industrial style and is a welcome addition to any art collection.

Empire Art Direct and their exclusive artist Primo are proud to present this three-dimensional, iron, mixed media wall sculpture on slatted solid wood. These individual unique originals are hand painted and signed works of art that are renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. This 3D sculpture of a deer can be presented outdoors if it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

Maybe the most famous skyline in the world, New York City's skyline has been the subject of countless photographs and paintings. Using imagery cut from magazines and art books, Alex Zeng is able to capture the majesty of the New York skyline and the excitement of New York's city life. New York is always busy and you get that feel from this work of art. The hustle and bustle of city life is expertly recreated in this fantastic piece. If you are a New Yorker, or just love visiting, this piece is for you.

Another classic piece of photographic equipment from long ago as brought to life by the inimitable Alex Zeng style and attention to detail. Look at how the lens seems to actually be made of glass and able to reflect light, shadow, and image. The pre-digital age is brought to life with this stunning camera creation and will bring back memories of dropping off the camera film at the local drug store to be developed. You couldn't wait to see how the pictures would turn out. These individually handcrafted works come framed under glass. The SLR Camera will be the conversation piece of any collection.

In this impressive Alex Zeng art collage piece, we see an impressive buck festively adorned with flowers and even a red-headed woodpecker perched in his rack of horns. The flowers have drawn an array of moths and butterflies to try to sip their nectar. This splashy work of art features many colors and textures and have an almost three dimensional look. Alex cuts bits from old art books and magazines to create shading and layering evident in this piece.

This earnest English Bulldog Pup has the innocent, slightly petulant face seen on many a hungry puppy. His downturned ears and mouth capture the breed's expressive face well. Though these eyes are just shiny black circles, the genius of the art of collage makes them into the soulful eyes of a pup and they seem to look right at you. The eye can rove this highly intricate collage for hours, extracting the detail as new images and patterns are discovered.

Artist Primo is proud to present his three-dimensional iron wall sculptures. This collection represents the culmination of Primo's dream to take his original artwork and make them available to all that love his concepts in. This 22" x 48" unique original is hand painted and a signed work of art that's renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. For this piece, Primo depicts a unique abstract comprised of multiple triangular pyramids. This industrial style of mixed media can also be presented outdoors as long as it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

Alex Zeng's artistic brilliance transports you to a sun-kissed field, where vibrant sunflowers sway in the gentle breeze. The radiant hues of yellow and gold exude warmth and joy, while delicate brushstrokes capture the intricate details of each petal and leaf, evoking a sense of awe and admiration. This remarkable artwork invites you to immerse yourself in a world of romance and natural beauty. Encased under glass and delicately framed within a black shadow box, it showcases a breathtaking sunflower bouquet adorning a graceful vase. It is as if the sunflowers have been captured in a moment of eternal bloom, symbolizing the everlasting love and vitality found in nature's embrace.

Fans of the US, iconography and American will be fascinated by this geographical collage. The image has a unified theme; the 50 states of America, with each one represented by a cutting of that state's name. Not only does this give the observer an interesting game of identifying each state, but each one is also a window with an image to regard. This varied and colourful piece should be a great conversation starter.

This warm and welcoming image represents a classic one-piece bathing costume, decorated with flowers and images of California. The collage pieces in this image are chosen to complement the whole, calling to mind fun times in the sunshine, or relaxing at the beach. From the blue bow placed at the top to the addition of a shadow section at the bottom, the collage cleverly creates a three-dimensional impression. Lovers of bright, positive imagery and a retro vibe will enjoy this piece.

This dominating piece depicts a long horn cattle skull, yet is shaped by iron sculpture. This powerful image imposes itself effortlessly and is sure to dominate any room with its stark simplicity. Yet, there is also fine detail in the wires wrapping the horns and the use of many colors, hidden in intermingling patches. A very evocative image, with great symbolism as well as style

Empire Art Direct and their exclusive artist Primo are proud to present this three-dimensional, iron, mixed media wall sculpture. These individual unique originals are hand painted and signed works of art that are renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. This 3D sculpture of a couple romantically going towards a lighthouse can be presented outdoors if it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

Artist Primo is proud to present his three-dimensional iron wall sculptures. This collection represents the culmination of Primo's dream to take his original artwork and make them available to all that love his concepts in. This 48" x 28" unique original is hand painted and a signed work of art that's renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. For this piece, Primo depicts a portrait of a woman posing in her beautiful gown. This industrial style of mixed media can also be presented outdoors as long as it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

The shining, colourful bottles in this image defy you to believe that it's made from iron sculpture. The ruddy metal adds a dull glow to the image, so that what looks like the makings of a fine party feels a little more serious. The many liquor bottles reveal different details and colours through their labels and shapes, so there's plenty to find in this piece, which contains a surprising amount of variety.

Love is a many splendored thing and here Primo gives us a reworked classic that once appeared on a United States postage stamp. The amount of books, songs, poems and movies that deal with the subject of love is mind boggling. Love can be wonderful, beautiful, frustrating, elusive, and flabbergasting all at the same time. Primo wraps many characteristics into one intriguing work of art in this painted wall sculpture. It may be old and worn looking, but the beauty of love will always shine through.

Using hand-made art collage, this piece has several layers to offer the viewer. Of course, at first glance you have this scrappy Boston Terrier, with expressive eyes and perky ears, looking for his master or waiting for a ball to be thrown. The next layer is in the pieces used for the collage, which reveal a mixture of fascinating patterns. A street map contributes to the dog's back, letters from a magazine adorn his ears, yet they blend so well into the whole.

Empire Art Direct and their exclusive artist Primo are proud to present this three-dimensional, iron, mixed media wall sculpture. These individual unique originals are hand painted and signed works of art that are renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. This 3D sculpture of totem poles can be presented outdoors if it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

One of the friendliest and most loving of all dog breeds, the yellow lab is a favorite the world over. These dogs are gentle, intelligent, family-friendly, and an ideal sporting and family dog. The Labrador Retriever thrives as part of an active family or as a trusted hunting companion. Alex Zeng brings man's best friend to life in this lovely art collage piece that shows the lab at his best. Man's best friend appears to be staring up, awaiting a command to fetch or to be taken for a walk. Bring the yellow lab home to the dog lover in your family!

This quintessential Alex Zeng collage work shows the intricacy with which he interlocks many images, creating one whole. This beagle captures the stout loyalty of the breed, with an alert posture and wide, inquisitive eyes. He awaits the word of his master, his eyes literally round, framed in colours and lines just as a real dog wears the badges of age. Using maps, dials and other snippets of paper, the collared neck of the beagle underlines the relationship between man and dog.

At the end of a long work week, folks love to gather at the local tavern to exchange greetings, stories and perhaps find that special someone. In this lovely Primo piece, he expertly brings a tavern scene to life with what appears to be early twentieth century attire. What an elegant time it was when people would dress to the nines to have a night on the town! Maybe they would move to the dance floor to waltz to the latest big band hits or do the Charleston accompanied by the newest jazz hit. In the tavern, the possibilities are endless.

Any mention of Paris, France inevitably brings to mind the image of the Eiffel Tower. Built for the Paris Exposition of 1889, the tower was the world's tallest structure until 1930. No tour of Europe is complete without a visit to the Eiffel Tower. Alex Zeng's image of the tower has incredible depth and added artistic flourishes, which make for a thrilling addition to any European-flavored decor. This homage to the spirit of France is framed in a black wood veneer and protected by a strong glass lens. Each piece is hand signed by Alex Zeng.

Artist Primo is proud to present his three-dimensional iron wall sculptures. This collection represents the culmination of Primo's dream to take his original artwork and make them available to all that love his concepts in. This 16" x 24" unique original is hand painted and a signed work of art that's renown for Primo's skills of manipulating iron into a textured work of art with extraordinary depth and skill. For this piece, Primo depicts a classic airplane propeller. This industrial style of mixed media can also be presented outdoors as long as it is varnished every year, as it will take on a patina characteristic that is inherent in its presentation.

Diptych Set - 32" x 2" x 32" each. Abstract works of art like this Revolutions creation allow viewers to bring their imagination to the fore and see what they want to see. This could be something as huge as planets spinning out of control or as mundane as gears in a gearbox. Primo loves to challenge the viewer to bring their own interpretations to his work. The piece creates a perfect accent against virtually any wall and will be the focal point of anyone's home or office.

The elegant woman portrayed in this piece could almost be a mechanical construct, with her mesh veil and coiled spring belt. The use of iron wall sculpture here adds a metallic texture to the woman's body, contrasting with the colourful patterns of her attire. She is extremely mysterious and strange, while the image as a whole is full of unusual tones. This busy image is highly detailed and hides many curious ideas, perfect for grabbing the attention of guests.

This hand-made collage by Alex Zeng reveals something of the patience required for the art, as this American Bull Terrier's infinite patience for his owner is mirrored in the medium. He sits and waits, ever loyal, shown here with small, honest eyes. Mixed panels of colour and pattern draw contrast to his ears and cheeks. Meanwhile, the use of relatively large panels of pale cream depict the dog's body, while still giving depth and dimension to his iconic shape.

Alex Zeng loves to create splashy and wonderfully artistic canine images and this piece is his latest addition. This poodle gives a sparky pose, decked out in cool sunglasses and sporting many interesting flourishes and styles within its design. Poodles are a well-loved and friendly breed of dog and are known for having their fur shaved into an array of dazzling looks. Alex does his usual superb job of showing the individual personality of this breed. Complete your collection of canine art with this poodle.