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Fine Art : Vineyards Tom's vineyard paintings combine his passions for Art and Wine. The vineyard and wines are now his canvas, and his paintings adorn the ARTEVINO wine labels. He is inspired by the beauty and nature and challenge of being a sustainable farmer and vintner. Tom has shown his art in galleries all over the U.S. and has clients all over the world. Graphic Design : Wine Labels Tom's distinctive approach to his wine label design, makes his work unique to the industry. He comes to the drawing board with a romantic and artistic approach. As a artist/craftsman first, Tom designs with a total concept in mind. From the initial physical appearance of the label, to the understanding of the craft of printing and application of technique. This allows Tom to design with the freedom of expression and understanding of the propitiator and the wine maker, so the image of the winery and the wine can be appropriately represented in the market place. Fine Art : Sports Tom has combined his two passions in this series he calls Legends at the Stick This is a collection of 30 paintings of some of the games greatest players. Tom , in 1993 took over Candelstick Park, and displayed his canvases on the field in the positions they once played. This exhibit was the first of its kind. Tom since has traveled with his art and exhibited his work in galleries across the country. His work has also been excepted to Baseballs Hall Of Fame in Cooperstown , New York for permanent exhibit in the Museum Gallery. Fine Art : Nature Tom's Sticks and Stones paintings have made there way into the homes, and collections of many lovers of the outdoors and art aficionados. From Canada to the East Coast, Tom exhibits his work in a number of fine art galleries as well. This series of paintings seems to grow as Toms continues to refine his techniques and inspiration through his travels. "The inspiration I get from nature seems to be endless. If one keeps his or hers eyes open and really takes the time to notice what is around them, one can see and feel the beauty in their own environment." Biography : Thomas Rodrigues Tom began his career at the age of 14 in his home town of Los Gatos, California, apprenticing in the respected Hogan Stained Glass Studio. Tom further developed his glass techniques and design while joining with other artists and craftsmen the early 1970's. Read Tom's bio and find out more about the man behind the art.