D. Westry's Melodic "Speed Art" is a fast paced art performance show executed to the accompaniment of music.

This exciting presentation can include many subject matters and can be created in three mediums; charcoal, chalk pastels or paint.

"Lines of Creation" is an interactive artistic presentation that includes audience participation. All creations are based upon spontaneous lines made by members of the audience.

Both presentation can either be combined or separate, and can include motivating and inspiring messages of your choice.

From the days of preschool in the early 70's, to this present day, D. Westry (The Speed Art Man) has always attracted an audience to witness his unique artistry. His fast pace art creations as a child prodigy, quickly earned him his first title, "The Little Artist."

Throughout his school days, D. Westry gained a significant following of fans and admirers of his art. He would constantly challenge students to test his gift by asking them to make lines for him from which to create pictures. "After entering High School in 1987, he decided to participate in the talent show using his famous "Speed Art" performance. D. Westry changed the traditional view of the talent show performer forever by winning first place awards in every art competition he entered.

As a pioneering art performer and speaker of the performance art movement, D. Westry has revolutionized the lives of many people with his articulation and mastery of creating larger than life art (with accompanying music). He not only captures the heart of the audience as witnesses of his "Speed Art" demonstrations, but often surprises members by using them in the show, utilizing his "Lines of Creations" techniques. D. Westry's Melodic "Speed Art" and "Lines of Creations" shows are filled with artistic and musical excitement.

D. Westry's show will produce a memorable experience that will spark within you with a new passion for life. He is also a highly motivating and inspirational speaker. D. Westry will leave you absolutely mesmerized by the power of his words and the narratives of his heart!

"A modern day Renaissance Man, creating images with his words and his hands"

What People Are Saying

"D. Westry's performance on April 19, 2008 at the Colwnbus Public Library was unique, entertaining and awesome. He demonstrated his talents in his program, Lines of Creation and Speed Art. The children and parents were so involved with him they seemed to be spell bound. He captured their attention the whole time he was doing the program. We were thankful he took out time from his busy schedule to come and a short program for the children. After watching him perform I now know why they call him "Speed Art Man." D. can take any line and turn it into a creation of something before you blink your eyes."
-Lyn Seaman

"The most amazing talent I've ever seen" was only one of the statements heard at an award ceremony sponsored by the Muscogee County Council PTA as parents and children watched in amazement the incredible talent of D Westry, "The Speed Art Man". During his 15 minute presentation, the audience continued to watch in awe as The Speed Art Man performed his lines of creation and ended with his famous Speed Art performance completed in only five minutes to music. Mr. Westry truly encompassed the importance of our cultural arts programs with his speed art presentation. We are so fortunate to have someone of his caliber here."
- Susan Wood

" True Inspiration is the first thing that comes to mind when speaking of Mr. D. Westry. I was blessed to have encountered Mr. Westry at a pivotal point in my life and he, being a worthy enough vessel to speak a seed into my life, left me with one of the most important things to me this day: 'If you do not use the gifts that you have been blessed with, then there is someone else worthy enough to be blessed with them.' This allowed me to understand that I have a greater responsibility than myself. Mr. Westry's Artwork is the result of dedication and the aforementioned inspiration. It takes more than the naked eye to see how much you are really being given."
- Terrance Hunter

" I have known D. Westry, a renowned artist, for over 10 years. By far, he is the most prolific artist I have ever met. I used him on several occasions to inspire children, by painting a person in the audience upside down with his back turned. In addition to his keen artistic ability, D. has commendable human spirit."
- Councilman Fredrick D. Richardson Jr.

"After seeing the super fast hand of D. Westry, my jaw just dropped! The artistry used coupled with the performing part is very original and exceptional. Everyone, who has the privilege of seeing this man at work will stand up and take notice of his art because of his originality and multiple talents,"
- Toya Hadden

Exhibitions and Festivals

• First Professional Art exhibition as a 11th grade student in 1990
• Annual melodic Speed Art and Lines of Creation shows from 1995 - 2008
• One man art exhibit, Featuring "Elusive Freedom" and series at Birmingham Civil Rights Art Institute, Birmingham, AI, 2005
• Anniversary gala, "Head and Shoulders Above The Rest 2007
• Minority Networking Night 2007-
• Columbus Pre-K programs 2008
• Urban League of Columbus Conference on Education 2007
• Kings and Queens of Africa 2008
• Springfest Georgia 2008
• Mentoring and Boot C amp Programs
• Muscogee County Council PTA's annual Reflections reception

Awards, Honors and Commissions

• Selected to demonstrate melodic Speed Art and Lines of Creation at "Kids Days" - Bienville Square, Mobile, Al from 1994 until 1999

• Invited to demonstrate "Lines of Creation" throughout Mobile County Public School System, 1995- 2000

• Commission for Colonial Bel-Air Mall for Family Friday's Mobile, Al 1999-2004 Related Activity

• Art Instructor, After School Program, Mobile, Al

• Art instructor, Community Activities Program, Mobile, Al 1996-1997

Articles

• Mobile Press Register
• Mobile Beacon
• Mobile Inner City News
• Birmingham Post Herald
• Chattanooga Press Register
• Columbus Times
• Ledger-Enquirer