Two years difference ..

My kid always likes dressing up and coming down to the Dresden for New Years Eve (or anytime for that matter)  Here's the difference two years makes.   My buddy Matt on the left, my Son Julien on the right.

I expect a visit from Julien, Jodi, and Lana this year for New Year's Eve as well...

 

John the maitre d'

The Dresden Front ...

Kathryn with Marty and Elayne @ the Dresden.

Kathryn enjoyed the company, and music, of Marty and Elayne last night @ the Dresden.  She bought the canvas print "Dresden Front" for an undisclosed amount - a gift for a fan of the Dresden.  This is one of my favorite canvas prints on our wall, and, yes, I'm partial because I am the artist who compiled it.  It features a multitude of characters on N. Vermont Ave in front of the iconic Dresden sign.

As maitre d' I have had the good fortune of amazing support on all my artistic endeavors, from the owner, to the patrons, along with support from my fellow employees.  It started with a book - a sort of coffee table book with photos of the Dresden - the lush dining room and throughout the lounge, the current staff, the singers, ect...  Then came the canvas art.  I've sold some.  Marty and Elayne in blue and black, a wonderful "old school" piece depicting Gabriel at work behind the bar.  And, eventually I was honored to have Marty and Elayne choose my portrait of them to hang on the wall of their home (I have a great story about it, but, that's for another time). 

Marty and Elayne approved portrait

Regardless, the point is that in selling one of my pieces last night, and, seeing how appreciative Kathryn was of my work I would just like to let anyone interested know, that I have four copies of the Dresden book left and would be happy to find them a coffee table to be displayed upon.  It is an 8 1/2" by 11" thirty-two page hardcover book, owner approved, and was, for the most part, intended for the staff.  The book is packed with photos of the Dresden.  I am selling these remaining copies for forty dollars each.  You will have to come in and ask for me too see an actual copy of the book.  This may be a very special Christmas gift for any true fan of the Dresden, and, although I realize it is late, I'm in tonight (Friday), and on Christmas Eve. Feel free to contact me with any questions: johnreneaud@gmail.com

- John the maitre d'
http://www.thedresden.com/

New Year's Eve @ the Dresden.