Rwharton is a self-taught thirty-something with a penchant for shin
kicking. Brush in hand, he pokes fun and prods at anything that moves,
often glorifying America's sacred ironies. It goes without saying, he
has a special liking for the vices . He feels the vices are present
in every class in society.Instead of hiding from these realities, Rwharton
often brings them to light and exposes them for the American icons that
they are. "Like it or not , product logos and vices, are the true American
trademark and television is the most influential force in our history
as a nation." Rwharton.
The Art Pimp has sold
the largest body of his work on the east coast, almost exclusively at
Common Grounds Coffee Shop in Ocean City, MD. It was at this location
that he was able to sell to buyers from New York to Florida as well
as to European visitors. With more than 500 paintings in circulation,
the art pimp continues creating new pieces everyday.