Thank you Chicago

WIRTZ 08-242010: Well, the 2010 Gold Coast Art Show is in the books. The new location and dates had their challenges and rewards. I thought the view from Grant park was inspiring. The short Saturday hours felt weird (getting done at 3? I didn't know what to do with myself!) but, Sunday was glorious. Thank you to all of you who visited, laughed, and purchased my art. Maybe see you next year?        -Steve Wirtz

Rare Wire Cobra Seen at Art Show

CARTUNA 07-29-2010: A rare chicken wire cobra was seen on the grounds of the Gold Coast Art Show in Chicago, IL on August 21. While not poisonous, the rare wire cobra can inflict damage to one's fingers if handled improperly. The beast was estimated to be a length of 6 feet, as everyone seemed to be to 'chicken' to get near enough for an accurate measurement. Nearby, artist Steve Wirtz was seen bending up a wire flute to charm the reptile. No update was available at the time of this publishing.

PAPIER MACHE ARTIST/SCIENTIST HAS CONCERNS ABOUT SEA LIFE

CARTUNA 07-29-2010: Papier mache' artist and part-time oceanographer Steve Wirtz expressed some concerns recently at a gathering in his Milwaukee, WI studio. "Although the oil seems to have stopped leaking into the Gulf of Mexico, we cannot assume that everything will be fine and dandy" the artist explained. "Some of the damage may take years to manifest itself." The artist/scientist went on to explain that some species of sea life may end up with diseases or perhaps even genetic mutations from the presence of toxic oil in the ecosystem. When asked to speculate on how some of these mutations may manifest themselves, Wirtz produced the "Alice Grouper", seen above. Those present were noticeably shaken by this possibility.