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Frequently asked questions
 

How long has Visions: Vivid Imagery been in business?
Six years. Visions: Vivid Imagery was launched by Joseph Lawrence Vasile on Saturday, September 14, 1996, at the Roxy nightclub in New York City. Vasile wanted a platform where he could not only create art and exhibit the work, but also to expand his reach within the community. Since then, Vasile has been able to create a network of supporters including some of today's hottest celebrities from the worlds of music, fashion, television, and film.
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What celebrities have you worked with?
Through various venues, Vasile has worked with the following celebrities: Gloria Estefan, Aretha Franklin, Melissa Etheridge, Deborah Gibson, Debbie Mazar, Bernadette Peters, Fiona Apple, Jellybean Benitez, Joan Osborne, KC of the Sunshine Band, Samantha Cole, Sheryl Crow, Veronica Webb, Cyndi Lauper
Ru Paul, Salt-n-Pepa, Sarah McLachlan, Vicky Sue Robinson, Mariah Carey, the Lucille Ball Museum for Lucille Ball, Jessica Simpson, Rosanne Barr, Naomi Cambell, Michael Douglas, Glenn Close, Kelly Ripa, and Susan Sarandon.
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What services do you offer?
Portraits
Vasile has completed portraits for individuals, families, non-profit organizations and corporations. He also retouches older portraits. See pricing information.

Murals
If you have a bare wall, he can beautify it. Vasile has completed mural work for nightclubs, restaurants, hospitals and homes for the aged. See pricing information.

Interiors
So you say you want to add some stenciling to that dark and dry foyer but you don't want to do it yourself? Vasile can create a new look in your home in a few short days. You supply the walls and he'll supply the talent. Additional costs may apply. See pricing information.

Illustrations
Creating a children's book but don't know where to get the images? Vasile can create drawings/paintings to go along with your theme. See pricing information.
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Who buys art from Visions: Vivid Imagery?
Buyers include experienced fine art collectors, corporations, decorators, fledgling art collectors and people who simply want something interesting to fill a space. Our clients come from all over the world: New York City, Florida and abroad including Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and Australia.
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What non-profit organizations have you worked with in the past?
Vasile has volunteered his time and talents to many non-profits including the Joey DiPaolo AIDS Foundation, LIFEbeat, the Music Industry Organization to Fight AIDS, GMHC, Kids 4 Kids, the Elizabeth Glazier Pediatric AIDS Foundation, the American Diabetes Association, the American Cancer Society, and GLAAD.
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What did you do for those non-profits?
Vasile has done everything from creating and donating portraits to be sold for auction, to helping out with special events, fundraising, day-of-event activities, mass mailings, and advocacy efforts.
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What is your artistic style?
Vasile has been called "the next Andy Warhol" by the media. Most frequently Vasile created pop art, but his style is diversified. He has created all kinds of work and doesn't really follow the laws of style. Basically he creates his own style for each peice of work.
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What is pop art?
Pop Art is a 20th century art movement that utilized the imagery and techniques of consumerism and popular culture. Pop art developed in the late1950's as a reaction against Abstract Expressionism and flourished in the sixties and early seventies. Pop Art favored figural imagery and the reproduction of everyday objects, such as Andy Warhol's Campbell Soup cans, Roy Lichtenstein's comic strips and advertisements.
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Were you formally trained?
Yes. I was trained and received my degree at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.) I am currently seeking a master's degree in fine art.
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Do you do any other type of work?
Yes. I am an art teacher. I teach art to children in grades K-12. I am certified to teach art in New York and Florida. I also work with the aged as well as mentally, physically and emotionally disturbed children.
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What's your favorite recipe?
Funny you should ask that. Actually I've been a vegitarian since I was a child. I absolutely love a good eggplant parm sandwich! Second to that, my mother makes a great stuffed mushroom and baked artichoke. Yummy! But if you have a good recipe, send it to me. I'd love to try it!
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Can you provide fine art that is appropriate for corporate environments?
We understand that businesses and corporations--especially in public venues--have suitability criteria that may be different from that of a private collector. Since we offer many visual styles, we are able to provide a selection of quality work customized to corporate needs and sensitive to a business environment.
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Can you provide art that relates to our business and that our clients and employees will enjoy?
Vasile's art meet your own business goals. Vasile will tailor-make your proposal to whatever your needs are in terms of themes, imagery or stylistic preferences. Conveying your specific corporate vision through quality art is our goal.
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How do we get started on this art project?
Either via telephone or, preferably, in person, Vasile will meet with your corporate representatives to focus on your art needs and goals. If you are uncertain of those requirements, this meeting will help to clarify them. From that meeting, we should be able to proceed in designing a program fitted to your needs.
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Who takes care of expenses and logistics of framing, transporting and installing our art?
Visions will handle all these services. These services are all included in our overall budget proposal to your business.
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How will our art budget be allocated and who accounts for its expenditure?
Your proposal will outline the various categories of expenses and apportion the budget so that you can anticipate how your art dollars will be spent. Categories will include art purchase costs, framing costs, transportation costs, installation costs, design costs, fabrication costs and our fees. As we proceed with the project, Visions will provide an ongoing accounting of actual expenditures.
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How are fees determined?
Our fees are based on a percentage of the total program budget. Generally, pricing includes all materials; such as paint, paint brushes, protective finish glaze, cost of matting and framing the work, how long the job will take to complete, the cost of labor, and the size and scale of the project. ie, How many square feet is the proposed mural?
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I live in England (or Australia, or Japan) Do you ship here?
Yes. No problem- we can ship worldwide via FedEx.
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Where does your inspiration for your work come from?
This is a difficult question to answer in one paragraph. My inspiration has always come from different sources. My main inspiration comes from life experiences. Family, friends, and the world around me has always provided a great source of inspiration for me both in my art work and all of my personal endevors. The world can be a beautiful place, but it can also be a very ugly place. I draw from all of these things and also beleive in taking a negative and turning it into a positive.
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What happens if have a problem with my purchase?
First, let us know. At Visions we set clear goals and expectations, are supportive, and always seek frequent feedback on our endeavors. We value community service. We communicate openly with the public and hold ourselves to the highest standards of conduct and environmental responsibility in the industry. We work hard to satisfy our customers. We are committed to our customers complete satisfaction. If you find a defect in the art we will either fix it or refund yor money. This policy is in effect for the first ten days of your purchase- plenty of time, we feel, for you to notice if there are any problems.
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Can I use the images or text seen on this site?
No. To legally use any copyrighted image for any reason, you must have the permission of the copyright owner. All of the images on this site are copyrighted, and as such, are protected by US and international copyright law. Any unauthorized use could be a violation of that law. Any infringement of property of Joseph Lawrence Vasile's Visions: Vivid Imagery will be prosecuted. This is a personal website, not a clip art service. We do not furnish any clip art on request. Not only would it be illegal for us to do so, it is simply not what we do. If you really want some clip art, or a screensaver, go to your local computer store and buy a packaged set. Or, link to the Clip Art section of Animation Factory or one of the other websites that provide free images. With these options, you know it will be licensed, and you will be able to do with that what you want- legally!
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What kind of media or tools do you use in your art work?
Some of the materials that I've used in my art work are pencils, magic marker, brush ink, colored pencils, crayon, oil pastel, gouache, broken glass, jewels, beads, watercolor paint, acrylic paints, charcoal, oil paints, drawing paper, print paper, canvas, mattes and backing board.
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How do I contact you to receive a price quote?
To receive a price quote or contact us for more information please email us.
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