Study Tom’s work, whether it be the downtown area or Coconut Grove, which is his home neighborhood, and you will understand his sensitivity over the tug of war between the old and the new. His photos beg the questions: What price development? Where is historic preservation in this rush to develop? Who will patronize these behemoths when they are completed?
—From Dr. Paul George’s intoduction essay in the artist’s book, Can’t See It From My House
by Tom Virgin.
Tom Virgin is an artist working in south Florida, nationally in residencies, and exhibiting in Miami and other foreign countries. He is a card carrying member of the UM Art Mafia, a Tai Chi Chuan Player, and foster father to a twenty five year old, one legged African Gray Parrot named Ashlynn.