Rylie Dexter (Born 1994) American, Duotype "Spice Edition" for Cat Depot Fundraising. 100% of proceeds will go to support foster efforts for cats. Archival ink on paper under glass, one of only two to exist. Framed with the image above and a separate sheet below included with the "signatures" of the artist and his two "Mewses," Sugar and Spice, the feline subjects of the image. Depicts the cats in Edwardian clothing searching for someone in a dark forest at night, while a mysterious house blazes in the distant background. Inspired by the Boy's Adventure style covers of books from The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew series in the 1950s and 60s, it is titled "The Kitty Cat Kids - Spice Edition" in pencil bottom left on the matting. Numbered 2/2 in pencil left of that. Signed with a cat illustration in pencil bottom right on the matting, below the signature in the print. Frame has a gold edge.
Condition: Excellent. Brand new.
Overall Size: 15 x 22 1/2 in.
Sight Size: 9 3/4 x 13 in.
Prints: 5 x 3 1/2 in.
Rylie Dexter was born in Colchester, Connecticut in 1994. As a child he developed a love of art and storytelling, influenced by both contemporary and classical works and drawn to anime cinema. He graduated from Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida in 2017 with honors, receiving his BFA in film. He went on to work as a video editor for a major entertainment company, while also working on theatrical productions and gradually returning to his first love, visual art. Today he makes costumes, sculptures, assemblages, acrylics, watercolors, digital artwork, and films from his home studio in the Tampa Bay area, with his whimsical surrealist “Post Pulp” style appreciated by collectors along the East Coast.
Cat Depot, a free-roaming adoption center and rescue, is recognized for its progressive design and dedication to helping homeless, abandoned, and injured animals. Since its founding in 2003, Cat Depot has grown to be the Sarasota area's premier feline-only rescue, adoption, and education center, saving over 22,000 cats. They continue to serve their mission to save lives, find loving homes, and provide the resources and education needed to improve the destiny of homeless cats. Each year, over 1,100 rescued cats and kittens receive state-of-the-art care until they find their forever homes. Their mission extends beyond adoption. The Community Food Bank feeds over 15,000 owned and community cats annually, providing life-saving food, supplies, and no-cost spay and neuter services. The on-site Cat Care Clinic offers affordable wellness and specialty services, ensuring pets receive essential veterinary care and offering pet parents peace of mind. Cat Depot’s education programs touch thousands of community members annually. From summer camps and coffee talks to family events and lectures, Cat Depot provides resources and opportunities for all ages to learn and engage. Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment for all services – adoptions, clinic, and retail. Cat Depot is located at 2542 17th Street, Sarasota, FL 34234. For more information, visit www.catdepot.org, or email info@catdepot.org or call (941) 366-2404.
Excellent. Brand new.
