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Simon Kregar
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My Bio
Simon Peter Kregar, Jr. is a fine artist working and living in the astronomy capital of the U.S., Tucson Arizona. His focus is promoting science through art. Subjects include authors, scientists, astronomical art, and noted astronauts. He ranks himself as part of the Humanist movement and is an active member of the Skeptic Society, American Atheists, and the International Association of Astronomical Artists. His inspirations include Chuck Close, Kim Poor, Chesley Bonestell, Maxfield Parrish, NC Wyeth, Salvador Dali, and Ofey.

"I try to serve the most basic function of fine art through my work, inspiration. My hope is to help build a common culture founded in science and rational thought combined with an understanding of who and where we are in the Universe. I also have my heroes who inspire me, those people that have changed the world through their passion and work and unwavering dedication to determine the nature of reality. I feel that it is important we not only remember these people, but honor them in a way that is fitting of their respective achievements.

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Exhibitions-
• Tucson Arts Councils Art Squared Art Market- 1999
• Gallery 55 Main- 2001
• The Gallery of the Holy Ghost- 2007
• Mesa Art Show- 2010
• D’Arte Gallery- Featured Artist, 2011
• Big Otters Gallery, Atheist Nexus- Featured Artist, 2012
• Pima/ Tucson Council on the Arts Open Studio Tour. 2012
• American Atheists 50th Annual Convention- Juried Art Show 2013
• IAAA Art Show- Raytheon Anti Tampering Conference 2013
• Second Annual Arizona Science and Astronomy Expo 2013- IAAA Art Show
• Art of Planetary Science- University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory- Juried Art Show 2013
• Art On Tap, Tucson Museum of Art. Works selected for inclusion into this show. 2013
• American Atheist National Convention Art Show. 2014
• Spacefest VI/ NovaSpace Galleries. 2014
• Maker House Solo Art Show. 2014
• NovaSpace Galleries. 2014
• Pima Air and Space Museum- Night Wings. 2014
• Art of Planetary Science- University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory- Juried Art Show 2014

Outreach
• Brewster Center for Abused Women- Donated Artwork
• The Positively Beautiful organization- Donated Artwork
• Society for Creative Anachronism- Art Director for Local Chapter.
• James Randi Educational Foundation- Donated Artwork
• Origins Project ASU, Dr Lawrence Krauss- Donated Artwork
• University of Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory- Donated Artwork
• Aerospace Legacy Foundation- Donated Artwork
• Food Water Shelter- Donated Artwork

Awards
• Nominated for the 2014 Governor's Arts Award which recognizes excellence in artistic expression and outstanding contributions to the AZ arts community.

Publications
• Sky and Telescope, November 18, 2013.
• The Art of Space, 2014. Ron Miller, Elephant Press.

Favourite Visual Artist
Chuck Close/ Dali/

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Awesome gallery! Was thinking NDT would be a good one to put in next based on the selection you have :)