Tommy Hollenstein

Tommy Hollenstein
Tommy Hollenstein with guitarist Slash
Born
NationalityAmerican
Known forPainting, sculpture
MovementAbstract impressionism
Patron(s)Ringo Starr, Elton John, Slash, Reebok, Ackerberg Collection

Tommy Hollenstein is an American abstract impressionist painter and found object sculptor. A lifelong quadriplegic, Hollenstein has become a highly respected disabled artist who utilizes the tires of his wheelchair instead of traditional painting methods to create his works.[1] Hollenstein has numerous celebrity and art collector patrons, and his art has appeared in numerous private and public installations throughout the United States. He is also involved in philanthropy, donating paintings and the proceeds of his sales to numerous charitable organizations.

  1. ^ Laurell, David (10 June 2014). "On the Town: Two artistic venues make a big impression". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2 March 2017.