December 08, 2004
Alex Grey
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Growing up in Columbus, Ohio in the mid 1960's I knew him as Alex Velzy. I remember I often walked with him to his home on Olde Settler Place after school to be greeted by his Mom and a Coke on crushed ice. Alex's Dad, Walt, was a good artist and was a big influence on Alex.
The last time we saw each other was probably 1969, when I borrowed my aunt's VW bug and drove from Dayton to Columbus for a brief visit -- that was quite a leap of faith for my aunt because I was just 16 and had just learned to drive. Alex is 4 days older than me.
Surf around Alex's website(s) and see some of what this amazing man has done.
www.alexgrey.com
Wow! I have seen his artwork on TOOL and Beastie Boys CDs. It's very neat to think that you surrounded yourself with such amazing people at a young age.
Posted by: Rachel at December 8, 2004 05:27 PM