Legendary Restaurant Series Art Prints

“JD Hoyt’s” which is another longtime Twin Cities favorite is located on Washington Avenue in the warehouse district in downtown Minneapolis. You can be casual, formal or whatever, it really does not matter. The atmosphere here is definitely fun and the people watching is as good as the food is great. What exactly is this print trying to convey? Maybe a nod, a wink, a subtle look but most assuredly a lot more substance behind the quiet demeanor.

This 22″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame on acid free museum grade paper.
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The Fine Line over the years has had some of the best live music performances in the Twin Cities. Because of the venues played at the Fine Line it was difficult to visually depict a category of music played there.

This print started with sketches of  musical instruments in it but struggled with who or what to be included in the print that would signify all the different kinds of music played at the Fine Line. The print ended up with this view that includes of course the outside of the Fine Line featuring their logo but also adding a young woman dressed creatively suggesting that she is a talent but what kind of musician is she a singer, bass player, drummer? Who knows?

Finally the final touch, adding a very happy romping dog carrying a tune in its head seemed to fit the message I was trying to convey. Who knows what tune it  it would probably vary to the personality of the dog. Thus the prints title “Everyone Runs To A Different Tune” seems to wrap up the visual in a nice package.

This 12″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame on acid free museum grade paper.
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Another Minnesota landmark in downtown St. Paul. Mickey’s Diner has been serving hot food for a long time and it’s hard to miss it especially at night. A  little fun was had with this image and people ask why the bear? The question is why not?

This 44″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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Murray’s legendary restaurant in downtown Minneapolis is home to the legendary “Butter Knife Steak”.

This 16″ x 20″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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Nye’s is a favorite for locals in North East Minneapolis looking for some unique atmosphere and believe me Nye’s has plenty. When visiting Nye’s you are never quite sure what form of entertainment will assault your eyes and ears next. For years Nye’s Polynaise room has been just a fun place to have few drinks and enjoy some fantastic local “Nordeast” food.
What’s happening in this print? That is for you the viewer to decide. “What just happened in this picture”? You decide, I think depending on your emotional state it will vary each time you view this print. That is what makes this print so much fun, its a story waiting to be told by you. If you visit Nye’s remember customers usually ask themselves the same question when they leave, “what just happened in there?” That pretty well sums it up.

This 16″ x 24″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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This print features a great place in the warehouse district. Club Jager is an absolute original and fun place to gather. In the fall the outside fire pit is a lot of fun.

This 16″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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Another Minnesota Warehouse District landmark Bunkers bar, grill and music is still one of the greatest places in town to hear down to earth great live music in a relaxed atmosphere. This print was meant to be fun to look at and make the viewer wonder what is going on in this piece.

This 12″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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There is only one place to visit if you go to the University of Minnesota campus and that is Annie’s Parlor. For many alumnae this is where they still gather. This print is a signed Giclee and it is produced on fine art canvas. I frequented Annie’s Parlor years ago after many Minnesota football games. It has a nice view of downtown Minneapolis that I included in the print. Why cattle? Why not. I had to put cattle into this picture because it needed something and cattle seemed to fit the touch I felt it needed. You the viewer will have to decide if it is early or late in the day.

This 22″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame on acid free museum grade paper.
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W. A. Frost located in St. Paul Minnesota is a wonderful place to get away from the hustle of the city. Summer or winter the atmosphere is wonderful and so is the people watching and this print is indicates the romantic couple pictured could be dancing a tango but what kind of tango is really up to your imagination when a sax and bagpipe are involved.

This 22″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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Travail is located in downtown Robbinsdale and has been named as one of the top 25 restaurants in the nation. The food and atmosphere is great. The name is definitely unique but the lack of a dynamic exterior forced me to come up with a unique scene going on in the front of this restaurant to make the print interesting to look at. This is what I came up with and visually I believe I achieved my goal of making the print say something, to someone.

This 22″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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This signed Giclee print measures 22″x22″ on a acid free museum grad paper. district in Minneapolis. It serves great food in a very eclectic atmosphere, and that includes the customer blend. A fun place to meet and enjoy good company and cozy surroundings.

This 22″ x 22″ archival quality Giclee print is signed and ready to frame.
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Contact Steve at [email protected] for information on custom print options.