DUAL LIVES: from the Streets to the Studio
Language: English
Published by MBELLART Productions (edition 1), 2017
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- Title
- DUAL LIVES: from the Streets to the Studio
- Author
- Bell, Michael; Gotti, John A
- Publisher
- MBELLART Productions (edition 1)
- Publication year
- 2017
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0692871004
- ISBN 13
- 9780692871003
- Edition
- 1.
In Dual Lives, renowned American artist and 3-time national award-winning “Teacher of the Year” Michael Bell has written an inspiring and brutally candid memoir that chronicles his meteoric rise to becoming one of the most highly decorated public school teachers in America, all the while, living out a storied professional painting career as an artist to America’s most infamous.
Go behind the scenes with his intriguing clientele on how these friendships also fueled his career—from John Gotti to Al Capone’s great-nephew, Dominic Capone to numerous actors from “the Sopranos”, “Goodfellas”, “A Bronx Tale”, and more. Then, take a roller coaster crusade through the ever-changing, volatile landscapes of the art world and the US public education system.
This is the ultimate story of overcoming extreme adversity and being a true champion for today’s youth from someone still in the trenches, still at the top of his game. And, in the education arena, Bell has done the unprecedented. His students have earned tens of millions in scholarships; 7 back-to-back NAEA Rising Star Awards in art—an award presented to just one student artist in the entire nation annually; and 8 Scholastic Art National Medalists 3 years straight.
Bell also discusses the impact of his family life on his art—on the tragic stillbirth of his sister; on his lifelong relationship with his Grandmother, Violet, a self-taught artist from Lyndhurst, New Jersey; on his inspiring son, Carmen, Lil' C “the Butcher”, and his battles with Autism while on his quest to become a Golden Gloves boxing champion.
Dual Lives is passionately written, and just as courageously vulnerable as the compelling narratives found within Bell’s paintings. So, ride shotgun alongside Michael Bell throughout his meteoric rise across two very different worlds—from the streets to the studio.
Excerpt from the Foreword by PETER J. GOTTI
DECEMBER 16, 2014
Hello Michael, this is Peter Gotti. Please contact me as soon as you possibly can, I have a time sensitive project that I need to come to decision on immediately. Thanks, Michael.
"At the time of that phone call, I had no idea that Michael Bell would have such a profound effect on my life, like he would so many others. Up until that moment, I only knew of Michael 'the Artist', who, for whatever odd reason, my father, John Gotti, saved and savored a letter from, many years prior. I had little idea of Michael Bell the teacher, father, husband, inspiration, complex leader, and most important of all, true friend.
You will learn from Michael that pictures are filled with stories, and each of us has a story to tell. Thus, on that December day, my family and I were blessed enough to have Michael enter our souls, where he will reside until his last breath.
Michael proves on a daily basis what is possible if you show your students that you truly care and if you are willing to go all the way, commit heart and soul to entering the student’s world one can and will 'make champions.'
Along the balancing act of exploring the complex mind that Michael is blessed and cursed to have...you’re left to wonder if the perfect storm of unique personalities, characters, family, and steady burning fire inside him contributed to the creation of Michael 'the Teacher' and his fascinating and thoroughly impressive record in public education.
My belief is...Michael hasn’t even begun to paint his masterpiece." - Peter J. Gotti
Go behind the scenes with his intriguing clientele on how these friendships also fueled his career—from John Gotti to Al Capone’s great-nephew, Dominic Capone to numerous actors from “the Sopranos”, “Goodfellas”, “A Bronx Tale”, and more. Then, take a roller coaster crusade through the ever-changing, volatile landscapes of the art world and the US public education system.
This is the ultimate story of overcoming extreme adversity and being a true champion for today’s youth from someone still in the trenches, still at the top of his game. And, in the education arena, Bell has done the unprecedented. His students have earned tens of millions in scholarships; 7 back-to-back NAEA Rising Star Awards in art—an award presented to just one student artist in the entire nation annually; and 8 Scholastic Art National Medalists 3 years straight.
Bell also discusses the impact of his family life on his art—on the tragic stillbirth of his sister; on his lifelong relationship with his Grandmother, Violet, a self-taught artist from Lyndhurst, New Jersey; on his inspiring son, Carmen, Lil' C “the Butcher”, and his battles with Autism while on his quest to become a Golden Gloves boxing champion.
Dual Lives is passionately written, and just as courageously vulnerable as the compelling narratives found within Bell’s paintings. So, ride shotgun alongside Michael Bell throughout his meteoric rise across two very different worlds—from the streets to the studio.
Excerpt from the Foreword by PETER J. GOTTI
DECEMBER 16, 2014
Hello Michael, this is Peter Gotti. Please contact me as soon as you possibly can, I have a time sensitive project that I need to come to decision on immediately. Thanks, Michael.
"At the time of that phone call, I had no idea that Michael Bell would have such a profound effect on my life, like he would so many others. Up until that moment, I only knew of Michael 'the Artist', who, for whatever odd reason, my father, John Gotti, saved and savored a letter from, many years prior. I had little idea of Michael Bell the teacher, father, husband, inspiration, complex leader, and most important of all, true friend.
You will learn from Michael that pictures are filled with stories, and each of us has a story to tell. Thus, on that December day, my family and I were blessed enough to have Michael enter our souls, where he will reside until his last breath.
Michael proves on a daily basis what is possible if you show your students that you truly care and if you are willing to go all the way, commit heart and soul to entering the student’s world one can and will 'make champions.'
Along the balancing act of exploring the complex mind that Michael is blessed and cursed to have...you’re left to wonder if the perfect storm of unique personalities, characters, family, and steady burning fire inside him contributed to the creation of Michael 'the Teacher' and his fascinating and thoroughly impressive record in public education.
My belief is...Michael hasn’t even begun to paint his masterpiece." - Peter J. Gotti
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From the Back Cover
"In Michael Bell, I found an artist with the rare ability to render reality in a modern photorealistic style combined with the creative composition of an old master. When I sought out the cover art for my book, Michael was not only my first choice as an artist, he was my only choice. In this literary work, realism is rendered, not by color and line, but by the words of an amazingly talented man, who rose to become an educator, an artist, and a philanthropist. It is an inspiring story." - JOHN A. GOTTI, Bestselling author of SHADOW OF MY FATHER
"No one would accuse Michael Bell of modesty. He is a tough guy with a big heart who cares deeply and sincerely about the power and importance of art to bring communities together and to heal deep emotional and psychological wounds. His connection with and impact on his students is inspirational. In Dual Lives, a very uplifting story unfolds." - ERIC FISCHL, World-renowned painter, sculptor, and bestselling author of BAD BOY, MY LIFE ON AND OFF THE CANVAS
"A life lived in art comes in many forms. Few people have combined more than one of these art-inflected lives into one lifetime like Michael Bell." - JERRY SALTZ, Senior Art Critic, NEW YORK MAGAZINE
"An unusual memoir by a professional artist who has become an inspiring and Award-winning art teacher in public schools full of disadvantaged youth. It is very different from just about any other teacher memoir I have read." - JAY MATHEWS, Washington Post columnist and New York Times bestselling author of WORK HARD. BE NICE.
"Dual Lives is the exciting story of Michael Bell, artist to America's most infamous and art teacher to kids who have scooped up millions in awards for their work. He deftly weaves his poignant personal story with those students who have thrived under his guidance. Discover the keys to your own creativity and mentorship in this unique book." - DANIEL H. PINK, New York Times bestselling author of DRIVE and A WHOLE NEW MIND
"When you think of an artist and creator, you think of Michael Bell. Being an artist is something you're born with. It's talent one has in their blood that drives itself through the human body and puts a thought or idea on canvas for the world to see. I'm so proud of my best friend and brother for his accomplishments. Money can't buy talent. It does, however, buy the talents' creations." - DOMINIC CAPONE, Actor, producer, and great-nephew of late mob boss AL CAPONE
"Art is within all. Our life experience shapes art's form and texture as it inversely changes us. Michael Bell knows the power of an artful life better than most. He has helped countless students find their first steps of self-discovery on their own creative paths. As a mentor, his inspirational approach is made manifest in his protégés as they find something greater within themselves. Art transforms, and Bell is there as lives are transformed by the challenge of growing in the ageless hands of art--and Michael Bell." - DAVID J. LEESON, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer
"Really great work. I love the way he captures someone, in his art and in his book. He is truly an artist with a vision." - JOSEPH R. GANNASCOLI, Vito from THE SOPRANOS, celebrity spokesman and entrepreneur
"While it is true that boxing is about sport and competition, boxing is also about overcoming, building confidence. This book will truly highlight that." - PAUL MALIGNAGGI, 2-time world champion fighter, SHOWTIME/CBS boxing analyst
"Always hang on to what you believe in. Never what you see . . . 'Cause what you see might just be an illusion." - STEVE MARTORANO, Celebrity cook, owner of CAFÉ MARTORANO'S and the real life ROCKY of South Philly
"No one would accuse Michael Bell of modesty. He is a tough guy with a big heart who cares deeply and sincerely about the power and importance of art to bring communities together and to heal deep emotional and psychological wounds. His connection with and impact on his students is inspirational. In Dual Lives, a very uplifting story unfolds." - ERIC FISCHL, World-renowned painter, sculptor, and bestselling author of BAD BOY, MY LIFE ON AND OFF THE CANVAS
"A life lived in art comes in many forms. Few people have combined more than one of these art-inflected lives into one lifetime like Michael Bell." - JERRY SALTZ, Senior Art Critic, NEW YORK MAGAZINE
"An unusual memoir by a professional artist who has become an inspiring and Award-winning art teacher in public schools full of disadvantaged youth. It is very different from just about any other teacher memoir I have read." - JAY MATHEWS, Washington Post columnist and New York Times bestselling author of WORK HARD. BE NICE.
"Dual Lives is the exciting story of Michael Bell, artist to America's most infamous and art teacher to kids who have scooped up millions in awards for their work. He deftly weaves his poignant personal story with those students who have thrived under his guidance. Discover the keys to your own creativity and mentorship in this unique book." - DANIEL H. PINK, New York Times bestselling author of DRIVE and A WHOLE NEW MIND
"When you think of an artist and creator, you think of Michael Bell. Being an artist is something you're born with. It's talent one has in their blood that drives itself through the human body and puts a thought or idea on canvas for the world to see. I'm so proud of my best friend and brother for his accomplishments. Money can't buy talent. It does, however, buy the talents' creations." - DOMINIC CAPONE, Actor, producer, and great-nephew of late mob boss AL CAPONE
"Art is within all. Our life experience shapes art's form and texture as it inversely changes us. Michael Bell knows the power of an artful life better than most. He has helped countless students find their first steps of self-discovery on their own creative paths. As a mentor, his inspirational approach is made manifest in his protégés as they find something greater within themselves. Art transforms, and Bell is there as lives are transformed by the challenge of growing in the ageless hands of art--and Michael Bell." - DAVID J. LEESON, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer
"Really great work. I love the way he captures someone, in his art and in his book. He is truly an artist with a vision." - JOSEPH R. GANNASCOLI, Vito from THE SOPRANOS, celebrity spokesman and entrepreneur
"While it is true that boxing is about sport and competition, boxing is also about overcoming, building confidence. This book will truly highlight that." - PAUL MALIGNAGGI, 2-time world champion fighter, SHOWTIME/CBS boxing analyst
"Always hang on to what you believe in. Never what you see . . . 'Cause what you see might just be an illusion." - STEVE MARTORANO, Celebrity cook, owner of CAFÉ MARTORANO'S and the real life ROCKY of South Philly
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