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TECHSPRESSIONISM: Howard Harris' Exhibit Bringing Viewer’s to Experience Dimensional Photography.

PROTECTING

DRINKING WATER

RESOURCES

WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR THE BUSY ARTIST WHO

LOVES

OUR PLANET

ART,

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING.

What's In Your Gift Bag?

PHILIP NOYED:

AN EXTRAORDINARY VR EXPERIENCE

THE NEO ART SPACE

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Dear reader,

Every year, we dedicate our Fall issue to ARTivism and the power of sharing our message with art. This year, we want to focus on climate change as the most critical threat to our planet.

From the Arctic to Africa, the Earth is feeling the effects of climate change. The environment is deteriorating. The ocean, the land, and the air are suffering a process of degradation – with unpredictable consequences. We must take a stand to steer humanity away from irreparable harm. Our action is not optional — it’s essential.

We need to honor our commitments to global climate action.

We cannot be silent, for this is the defining moment we need to call on U.S. and foreign leaders to stand firm on climate change. We are in the midst of a planetary emergency.

The exploitation of natural resources for economic growth has resulted in environmental degradation. Oil and gas exploration, road construction, and mining deface and destroy many aspects of the natural environment.

A community of artists is rising to create social awareness and educate the public. We stand by them and call on the international community to support them. We must promote a peaceful energy revolution to encourage sustainable, climate-safe energy for all.

ArtTour International and our network of artists in over two hundred and five countries take a stand and join the green cultural revolution. On November 11th, artists participating in this issue unite via virtual studio for the ARTYA AWARDS (ARTivists of the Year Awards). We will record a special episode to share with you. So, stay tuned.

I hope this issue inspires you to choose an eco-friendly lifestyle with a high degree of ecological integrity. Join us today in our work for an environmentally, economically, and culturally restored planet.

Stay inspired,

Viviana Puello CEO/Founder ArtTour International Publications Inc.

INDEX

CAMILLA FRANSRUD Page 18

CHIKARA KOMURA Page 20 ASMIK BLEYAN BRIAN ROCK CAMILLA FRANSRUD CHARLOTTE SHROYER CHIKARA KOMURA CHRISTY CHOR CLEO MITCHEL FRANK HOEFFLER HOWARD HARRIS JACQUELIN DUNN JEAN JACQUES PORRET JOHN NIEMAN KIMBERLY BERG KWONG TIM JACKSON LEE MARIBEL MATTHEWS NEELA PUSHPARAJ RIC CONN TOTI CUESTA TRACEY CHAYKIN VAYDRA WRIGHT WENDY COHEN WENDY YEO

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JOHN NIEMAN Page 40

CHRISTY CHOR Page 22

ART, THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING. What’s In Your Gift Bag? Page 08 10 MARKETING TIPS TO SELL YOUR ART Page 24 TECHSPRESSIONISM: A Solo Exhibition from Innovative Artist Howard Harris at Grimandi Gallery is Bringing Viewer’s to Experience Dimensional Photography. Page 28 PROTECTING DRINKING WATER RESOURCES Page 42 PHILIP NOYED: AN EXTRAORDINARY VR EXPERIENCE - THE NEO ART SPACE Page 48 WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR THE BUSY ARTIST WHO LOVES OUR PLANET Page 58 WHY AREN’T PEOPLE BUYING ART DURING MY OPEN STUDIO? Page 64

JEAN JACQUES PORRET Page 38

FRANK HOEFFLER

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JOHN NIEMAN

CHIKARA KOMURA JEAN JACQUES PORRET

CAMILLA FRANSRUD

CHRISTY CHOR

Art, The Gift

That Keeps on Giving

What's in your

Gift Bag?

By Viviana Puello

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s we get ready to celebrate a new holiday season, we need all hands on deck to help those in need. This means more than donating what you can afford or spending less money shopping around during these trying times.

Getting involved somehow, no matter how small, helps contribute to society in ways that matter.

The art world offers us fantastic opportunities to contribute, with artists eager to share their gifts with the world. Consider how impactful and meaningful gifting art can be when exchanging gifts with friends and family.

You're giving someone something they will cherish and supporting an artist's career. Of course, a gift card to a gallery is great for someone still deciding what to buy, but if you know what art they enjoy, it can make your gift even more special.

Artwork, drawings, sculptures, or paintings are all popular choices!

Art Increases Value With Time If you need to become more familiar with purchasing art, keep in mind that most works of art increase in value over time; buying artwork for your loved ones or clients is actually very easy and fun!

How To Choose An Artist To Support?

Finding an artist to support can be fun and rewarding. Here are a few things to consider when choosing an artist to help during your holiday shopping: •

First, consider your budget. Most artists will have different tiers of pricing based on size and medium, so choose what works best for you—and don't overlook the opportunity of supporting emerging artists just because they're not established in their field yet! Most likely, they'll keep growing and will go on to become very recognized.

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Next, look at past work. What inspires you? Research online to get a feel for how an artist's style has evolved over time. Is there anything from their portfolio that jumps out at you? A piece that would look great hanging on your wall? If so, that's an excellent place to start.

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Next, check current listings and see if there's something similar available right now—or email the artist directly with questions about whether they have any pieces like

Where Can I Get Affordable Art? Here are three places you can go to find affordable art: •

Open studios. Open studios are group shows by local artists. This is a great way to see what kind of art they produce and if you like it, check out their website or other forms of social media for contact information.

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Online Galleries. Online galleries usually have affordable prices, especially if you're only interested in one piece instead of an entire collection.

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Art Associations and Coops. Your friendly neighborhood arts association may host events where members will sell off pieces from their collections.

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what caught your eye. Finally, decide where you'd like to support an artist. Depending on where you live, you may have many options for buying direct from galleries or fairs throughout your community—but if not, you might want to give up-and-coming artists on platforms such as Etsy a chance.

Offer artists to purchase their used palette!

Offer the Artists to buy their Palettes.: Can you imagine how much someone would pay now to have a palette Van Goh used to paint Starry Night? Artist Palettes are fascinating, full of texture and vibrant colors, and can be mounted as original artworks. Have the artist sign it for you, and voilá! You have art that will never go out of style. You can even frame it and have a great original!

Consider gifting art supplies!

Have any art-lover friends? Consider gifting them supplies.

If you're shopping for holiday gifts, consider purchasing an art palette instead of any other knickknack. Art supplies are generally less expensive than buying a person something they'll toss in a drawer after a few months, and they can be used repeatedly! It also makes a fantastic gift if someone tells you that they enjoy art or even tells you that they want to become an artist someday.

Supporting the arts is a contribution to humanity. Whether it's a painting, a sculpture, or a beautiful photograph, art can be appreciated by anyone. Plus, there are many ways to give art as a gift. For example, you can buy the artwork or even order prints online.

When thinking of a gift, think of the value you will bring into the world. The value you'll share with your loved ones, the value of your support to the artist, the value of time, love, and appreciation.

We can all agree that health, joy, and having one another are the best gifts. Creating meaningful connections and spending time with our loved ones will be this season's best gift. For some, the memories we share with those loved ones who are no longer with us.

After the past few years, our values have changed, and with that, the value of the gift.

If you're seriously thinking of going out to purchase gifts, consider creating valuable contributions to individuals whose career is dedicated to bringing beauty into the world and helping us, one artwork at a time, to see our world with a beautiful perspective.

Support an artist this holiday season and give the gift of art.

Happy holidays!

ASMIK BLEYAN asmikbleyan

“Digital art transcends the boundaries of stories, people, and places.”

TV Series ‘’Neverland’’ 3780 x 4000

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s long as I remember, I always used to paint. There was something mesmerizing in the smell of the oil paints and how I could transfer my imagination onto canvas. It started as a hobby, grew into passion, and ultimately became my creative self-expression.

Have you ever experienced this feeling of struggling to pick up a brush when life gets in the way? I have been, maybe way too many times. But I also have been a big believer that you can’t go back and change the beginning, yet you can always start where you are and change the ending. So

TV Series ‘’Marcella’’ 5000 x 4000

I decided to explore other ways of artistic expression––the digital art. When I create artwork digitally, it inspires me to experiment with different styles and color palettes, thus creating a connection with the real-life painting I used to enjoy.

TV Series ‘’The Box’’ 5000 x 5000

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As my love for digital art evolved, so did my affection for cinematography. It became my ultimate muse and the leitmotif of my art. I discover the endless pool of inspiration in movie characters and their emotions and transfer these feelings into my artwork. I create characters who live their own lives and tell their own stories in the online world.

Digital art, for me, is hauntingly beautiful and liberating, as there are no rules and no limitations. It transcends the boundaries of stories, people, and places.”

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CHARLOTTE

SHROYER

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The art of New Mexico artist Dr. Charlotte Shroyer is inspired by history (“The Long Walk…”), literature (“Time”), and imagination (“A Motley Crew”).

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rowing up in a rural area in Ohio where neither family nor school exposed her to art, Shroyer, after graduating with a B.A. in Fr e n c h , c h a n c e d upon art as a requirement for elementary education certification at The Ohio State University. After more than 20 years as a teacher and college professor, including earning a Ph.D., the “art seed” sprouted and grew on a serendipitous trip to Taos.

Shroyerhasreceivednumerousnational and international awards for her abstract

“A Motley Crew” Oil on Canvas, 36”x36”

and contemporary figurative oils and monotypes, including awards from the American Juried Art Salon; Top Ten International Women in the Arts, Rome, Italy; exhibits in Bologna, Italy; Harrisburg, PA; New York City;

Los Alamos, New Mexico, to name a few. Shroyer lives, works, and is inspired by the land and people of Taos, New Mexico. She is represented in Taos by Jackies Trading Post.

“Time” Oil on Canvas, 48”x48”

“The Long Walk of the Navajos to Bosque Redondo” Oil on Canvas, 30”x30’’

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ost people talk through their past traumas, Rock paints through his. He lets his emotions and memories possess him until the rush is spent, the tension is released, and he can ride the euphoric high of completing that piece. Rock's work pours out from the deep wounds and the war he has experienced firsthand, and each image, which contains just as much power and impact as his others.

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As a people, we are still working through the emotional and physical evolution of history; we have to recognize when the much sought after, blood bathed path to peace and equality is still being traveled. Rock and his work speaks volumes to which side he chooses to poise himself on. You can see clearly, Rock's message to the world to open hearts and minds to the realization of what war looks like, not only when it is happening, but the lasting aftereffects of the atrocities of violence. That understanding seeks to stop this endless path of destruction before the next generation suffers the same consequences that he has.

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How has your connection to your Art changed in the last year?

"I find that each year the connection to my Art gets deeper and more personal. I guess, like any good long lasting relationship, honesty and truth are perhaps the two most important aspects.

As an artist, you have to be really truthful and honest with yourself, especially to put it all out there for the world to see. The greatest change this last year has been sticking to my mantra of "no art for art's sake." What I mean by that is I made not going to paint or sculpt because I am expected to. Each time I go to my Studio, that is my special place, my confessional as it were. A place where I can truly express myself and enjoy the immunity or forgiveness and peace that I seek Therefore it has to be honest."

What inspires you most right now?

"The journey. Looking back over the years and seeing the various stages and styles and mediums that I have used. The friendships and relationships that I have developed with other Artists. The support, understanding and love I have received from ATIM. The changes in me and the growth that I have experienced on a personal and professional level. A better understanding of me."

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“Close to Shore”,Mixed-Media on Canvas

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What styles are you exploring at this point in your career?

“I have always been interested in the hands on art approach. Art that people can touch. I have some blinded military friends who have inspired me to continue on this path. They could see but lost their site in combat. This way they and anyone for that matter, can physically run their hands over my work and experience it on a different level. This also encourages a new form of partnership between the artist and the observer. I am also beginning to instill some subtle smells in the paintings so that another one of the senses is stimulated. I will continue to work on my varying textures as well.”

“Self Identities” Oil on Canva, 36"x24"

What impact has nature had on your creative process?

“Nature has had a huge influence on my work. From the streets of war torn Belfast where I grew up to hearing birds sing outside my Studio in the mountains of New Mexico is the perfect example.

My early work reflects this and my current work reflects this.

Nature is creation and from creation comes creativity. We are made from the earth and so begins the connection. I always include sand, ash, dirt etc. in my works in order to reinforce that link. Paintings I am not happy with, I burn and then renew them by adding the remnants to newer works. Nature always reinvents itself. As artists we learn from her.”

“Pastoral” Mixed Media, 18”x24”

You have previously mentioned trauma being an experience you process onto your artwork; how has it impacted your mental health to use Art as an outlet?

“Trauma. What do we do with that? We can’t change it, it happened. So that leaves us one choice.. to find an outlet so we can divide a plan for life in order to continue our growth. For me that was Art. Going to war changes you. I became angry. I still get angry but instead of punching a wall I throw paint on canvas!

I mix with my hands, I physically become attached to my works. The best part is now that very quick expression of anger or sadness is now permanently captured. An inward photograph of the soul in that very moment. As part of the healing process I can now look back and say “wow, that was a bad day!” but then stand tall knowing it is over and I have expressed it. What makes the healing process complete in that instance is that from something bad, something beautiful and meaningful was created. That is expressionism. That’s Art.”

CAMILLA FRANSRUD www.artbycfransrud.com

‘‘The Fairy Tale Garden’’ Acrylic 19.6’’x19.6’’

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amilla Fransrud is a Norwegian artist.

Born in Oslo in 1974, she moved to Trondheim, the heart of Norway, at the age of twenty and has lived there for twenty-seven years. She has three adult children, and family means a lot to her. Ever since childhood, she has had a profound and unique passion for photography, which she is self-taught. As a seven-year-old, she owned her first camera, and she could stand at the beach for hours to capture the perfect moment. As a result, she is strongly connected to the ocean, where she today also has her day job.

Through her love for photographic art, she discovered her passion for painting. She started painting in 2017 and paints on canvas with acrylic, mixing her colors. In addition, she uses chalk, a palette knife, various textures, and mixed media to create depth in her paintings. She is also self-taught in this artform and has had three separate exhibitions in Trondheim. She attempts to evoke in her art that you can feel the painting at your fingertips, sense it, not only look at it. To her, the process of painting is just as essential as breathing.

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‘‘You Excist In The Light’’ Acrylic,11.8’’x11.8’’

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‘‘Softness’’ Acrylic, 11.8’’x11.8’’

"Let me give you one breath, one moment of poetic stillness," she says. Working intuitively with colors, she derives inspiration from the northern light. She wants to give you a space to dwell in, a place to enjoy and be. To her, it is essential to paint with the heart, and her expression is both abstract and figurative. She desires to touch your heart via her paintings so that you can feel and create your

‘‘The Forgotten Land’’ Acrylic, 11.8’’x11.8’’

dreams through the feelings she attempts to convey in paintings.

"You do not capture a picture; you create one. So let us create a beautiful world together". ‘‘In The Stillnes Of The Storm’’ Acrylic, 11.8’’x11.8’’

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CHIKARA KOMURA chikarakomura.com

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take pictures of flowers in the evening to make them look as if they are blooming in an imaginary sea.

The flowers become vivid and show us the strength of plants in the fantasy sea.

The pictures remind us of the old home of creatures who were born in the sea long time ago.

We have memory of the birth of creatures in our heart since we were grown up in the sea of our mother’s womb.

What I take is the radiant beauty of flowers in the imaginary sea’’.

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CHRISTY CHOR

www.christychor.com

‘‘Hurricane’’ Installation Art - A series of 7 marbling pieces by wheel throwing 6’ L x 8’ W x 3.5’ H

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hristy Chor is a nature lover, ceramic artist, and storyteller. Nature is her inspiration: the majesty of the landscape, the orchestra of wildlife, and life experiences are the natural flow of energy. She believes our Mother Nature has her charismatic beauty with poetic and chaotic moments. The eternal femininity of our Mother Nature has her inner beauty and resilience. She brings love and natural harmony to humankind and yet responds with rage to human-made interruption and imbalance.

‘‘Life is a Circle’’ Cone 6 stoneware by hand-building, glazing with metal 26” dia

‘‘Turbulence’’ Cone 6 stoneware by hand-building, glazing 24” x 15” x 19”

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Christy has a wealth of professional design experience from Hong Kong. She received a BA in Craft and Design from Sheridan College with high honors. She has participated in many local and international art exhibitions and has received several academic and art scholarships.

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‘‘Back to Earth’’ Cone 10 stoneware by hand-building, glazing with wooden block 8’ H x 20’ L x 8’ D

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‘‘Evolution’’ Cone 6 stoneware by hand-building, glazing 15’ H x 15’ L x 7.5’ D

‘‘Immerse In Nature” Cone 6 stoneware by hand-building, glazing with wire 10’ H x 7.5’ L x 5.5’ D

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Marketing Tips to

SELL YOUR ART this Holiday Season

By Viviana Puello

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he holiday season is upon us, which means you need to start thinking about how you’re going to sell your art this year. Now, if you’re an artist, it’s probably no secret that selling your art isn’t always the easiest thing in the world, but it can definitely be made easier with some good sales marketing strategies. That’s why we’ve put together this guide with eight different sales marketing ideas for artists who want to start selling more of their work this holiday season and beyond.

Know your audience: Every artist has a different audience, so it’s essential to know your potential buyers and what they want.

If you are mailing or emailing a catalog, include deadlines and links to order online.

Also, post reminders on social media channels like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc., so people don’t forget about your offerings.

Create gift baskets with discounted pieces that can be used as stocking stuffers or small gifts and include incentives for holiday orders like free shipping and handwritten thank-you notes.

Offer pre-order opportunities if you have items that require extra lead time before they ship, like original works of art that need to send to other cities or countries. And ship early! You don’t want to be caught up in the holiday post office traffic.

Offer special discounts on commissioned work during the holidays. Set the offer for a set short window of time so that your patrons feel compelled to place their orders promptly.

Offer items of different prices, so there is something for everyone on every budget.

And don’t forget to give! Call your collectors and have them stop by to pick up freebies, whether it be a new print, a postcard of your work, or even a brush you used to paint their art! Any excuse to have your collector stop by your studio is a new opportunity to sell a new piece of art. They’ll appreciate the gesture, and if they like what they see, they may want one of your originals.

Offer Services As Well. This is the best time of the year to offer art installation consultations. A great idea that is sure to be a success while simultaneously strengthening relationships with clients is offering art installation consultations. Whether it be painting a mural or just hanging the artwork that you’ve already created, this is a valuable service that will increase sales exponentially!

The more services you offer, the higher chances of people wanting to buy from you and your brand.

Think outside the box. Get creative with your art and think outside the box. Turn your art into something else and use print-on-demand.

Print your art on items like t-shirts, mugs, phone cases, pillows, and more! You can even offer a monthly subscription box where you send customers a new item with your art each month.

Send out holiday offers via newsletter subscribers. The goal is to have ready-to-sell content when these customers check their inboxes after Thanksgiving dinner or wake up from their turkey coma on Black Friday morning!

Remember: As soon as someone makes a purchase, send them a confirmation email thanking them for their investment. Emailing a thank you card to newly acquired clients is also good practice. Lastly, don’t forget to include thank you notes or small gifts in each order, as it shows appreciation for their patronage over the year.

Whatever you do, do it with love for your art, yourself, and your patrons.

And don’t forget ... stay inspired!

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CLEO MITCHEL cleosseashellcreations

“Heart & Soul The Art of Cleo Mitchel”

By Emma Gutierrez

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leo Mitchel is a self-taught awardwinning abstract artist whose work is making a mark in today's art world, a talented artist who has a unique germ of pouring out her heart and soul into any works of art she creates. In her paintings, Mitchel uses shapes, colors, forms, and gestural makes to produce its effect rather than attempting to accurately describe a visual reality.

Mitchel's works are creative and phenomenal, exploring concepts of humanity and nature in innovative and compelling artistic ways. In her works, mother nature takes center stage.

Mitchel cleverly captures clouds, rainbows, plants, and other natural elements in a distinctive method of playing and mixing colors. As per the artist, "Art is something that makes you breathe with a different kind of happiness," Mitchel uses colors to capture joyful and peaceful moments and express a rich ambiance and happiness.

During her creative process, there's no planning or calculation; Mitchel's approach is to let creativity instinctively lead the way. As a result, spontaneous imagery evolves as the artist naturally creates her works. ‘‘Beware of Many Faces’’ Acrylic, 11" x 14"

‘‘Your Face Shows in your Heart’’ Acrylic, 11" x 14"

Most recently, Mitchel's trailblazing efforts in the global art scene were acknowledged when she was among the 60 artists this year to receive the ATIM's Top 60 Masters Awards by ArtTour International Magazine.

As per the artist, her profound desire is to motivate and inspire her audience to practice freedom, follow their dreams, and follow a path that makes them happy. Cleo Mitchel is one of the upcoming artists to watch in the art industry. She is a force to reckon.

‘‘Man's Best Friend’’ Acrylic, 16"x20"

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HOWARD HARRIS www.hharrisphoto.com

“Monkey” Sublimation on Aluminum with Acrylic Overlay, 30”x36”

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isual reality is an ever-shifting, highly individualized experience. In any given moment, what we see reflects both our inner state and synthesis of outer qualities—light, color, movement, and space. My exploration of Techspressionism and dimensional photographic art represents an attempt to recreate the perceptual experience with its dynamic nature and hidden complexities. In my patented process, I use photographic constructions, a single,

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often abstracted image is layered over itself on clear acrylic surfaces and superimposed on a subtle grid. The resulting visual phenomenon infuses the image with a sense of dimensionality and fluidity affected by such changes as the angle of viewing and light.

Yet perceptual mechanics are only part of the equation. Equally essential are universal principles of design that produce qualities we perceive as beauty. This is my aim: to skillfully combine technology and aesthetics in a way that expands the viewer's experience of photographic art."

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TECHSPRESSIONISM

A Solo Exhibition from Innovative Artist Howard Harris at Grimandi Gallery is Bringing Viewer’s to Experience Dimensional Photography.

By Genevieve Munch

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n Friday, October 14th, Grimandi Art Gallery opened the doors to "Techspressionism, Stepping Into Other Dimensions," a mesmerizing Solo Exhibition featuring work from innovative and accomplished master artist Howard Harris. Curated by Viviana Puello, ATIM's CEO and founder, the exhibit brings the audience multidimensional imagery, expanding the viewer's experience with visual mechanics with works created by Harris utilizing his very own patented technique.

Harris earned a Master of Industrial Design from Pratt Institute, a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute, and studied Economics and Computer Sciences at the University of Missouri. This multifaceted background merges in his art practice, through

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“Man Of The Moment” Sublimation on Aluminum with Acrylic Overlay, 30”x36”

which he aims "to skillfully combine technology and aesthetics in a way that expands the viewer's experience of photographic art."

Part of why Harris' work is fascinating is due to its unique makeup. Briefly, his process uses digitally manipulated

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photographic constructions, where an image is layered over itself on a clear acrylic surface and superimposed on a subtle grid. This process, which varies significantly from other more traditional photographic methods, has been patented since 2017 under Apparatus and Method of Manufacturer for a Layered Artwork.

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In any given moment, what we see reflects our inner state and a synthesis of outer qualities—light, color, movement, space.

Howard Harris

Harris' technique results in a more dimensional image that changes according to viewing angle and light more than the typical photograph—because of this, Harris' photographs are intended to be viewed in person as opposed to on a screen.

compositions and beg to be experienced in the flesh. In others, there are heavier hints of real spaces, such as churches or landscapes. Some are full of organic and curvy shapes; others have a more angular and even unsettling feeling. Whether nearly non-objective or slightly more anchored in reality, Harris finds a way to imbue them with fantasy elements, inviting the viewer into a distinct and complex space.

For example, intense luminescent lines fill several abstract

The exhibition's title, Techspressionism, suggests some fusion of technology and Impressionism, a movement that embraced spontaneity and the ephemeral qualities of the natural world.

In Harris' portfolio, there is a similar sense. Beams of light

“Albers Unleashed” Sublimation on Aluminum with Acrylic Overlay, 36”x30”

“No Monkeys” Sublimation on Aluminum with Acrylic Overlay, 36”x30”

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suggest movement, and he focuses on overall effect rather than minute visual detail. In this way, Harris creates an atmosphere rather than a depiction of something specific. A physical space such as a gallery emphasizes this fleeting quality, as the viewer can experience the full effects of the environment.

Fine Art Photography has a long history, but by using his patented technique, Harris is developing his own path within it. This solo exhibition is the latest on Harris' long CV. Over his 35-year career, he has shown his work extensively nationally and internationally in solo exhibitions and group shows, winning many awards.

Harris puts together distinct and inventive work that is absolutely worth the trip to the gallery space. So if you want to experience the finer nuances of Harris' work, stop into Grimandi Gallery before Techspressionism wraps up on November 29th.

“Miro’s Dream” Sublimation on Aluminum with Acrylic Overlay, 36”x30”

“Heart” Sublimation on Aluminum, 36”x30”

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FRANK HOEFFLER www.frank-hoeffler.pixels.com

‘‘Motion 3333’’ Oil on Canvas, 30’’x24’’

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‘‘Untitled 5723’’ Oil on Canvas, 30’’x24’’ ‘‘Untitled 2757’’ Oil on Canvas, 30’’x24’’

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y studio is my sanctuary, a place at peace. I lose all inhibitions. There are no interferences to interrupt, and I am at my best. I have images flooding through my mind even when I am asleep but mostly while paying attention and observing the space around me. My paintings are the product of these images combined and manipulated. I am confident and comfortable with myself, which allows me to let my work come forth. I love to paint: I need to paint: I will always paint’’.

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JACQUELIN DUNN

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“I

grew up with art in the seventies.

Spirograph, paint by numbers, everything going. I felt art completed me as a person; it amuses me and keeps me busy. In my schooling days, my teacher thought I was very talented, but I didn’t believe it.

I have always suffered from depression and went in the wrong direction. Finally, seven years ago, I started to do art again by entering competitions and fortunately did very well with a public commendation outside London.

Suffering from severe insomnia, I used to paint a lot to occupy myself during the wee hours. One morning I realized I wasn’t drawing any particular images or patterns on my work and then just came to recognize everything once my piece was done. I drew different pictures on all four sides of the canvas; most of them are optical illusions showing one image and then loads more on that picture where the one image was shown.

I am leaving it up to God. There’s no other explanation.”

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MARIBEL MATTHEWS www.maribelmatthews.com

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or me, painting is a necessity and has become my passion! Raising awareness of the precious planet’s plight through my art has become the reason. Looking after our environment and resisting climate change is now my mission.

I’m a fine arts artist deriving inspiration from the renaissance painters and the impressionist movement. Throughout my artistic life, I have dabbled with surrealism, abstract, you name it, I’ve tried it. Why? Because I love painting and want to enjoy every aspect of it.

I now create awareness of climate change through my art. My works depict natural disasters and show the deterioration of our mother earth.

“Is our world rebelling against man’s follies and depredations?”

“Are the awesome powers of nature‘s forces rising up in protest?”

These are questions that we should ask ourselves!

Perhaps through all our efforts, one day, it will dawn upon mankind that squandering our resources is not the answer, and instead, we will work in harmony with nature appreciating the beauty and grandeur of our world by caring for it as we should.”

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JEAN JACQUES PORRET WWW.JJPORRET.COM

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riginally from Switzerland, award-winning artist, sculptor, and engineer Jean-Jacques Porret was exposed to art from the day he was born to a family of art and antique collectors.

Surrounded by beautiful antiquities, statues, and artwork every day, the seed of art was planted early, and he began carving wood when he was just six years old. He specialized in creating magnificent works with the lost wax technique of casting Bronze. Bronze primarily interested him "because it is the most demanding material which is responsive and sweet to the touch."

After acquiring his engineering degree, Porret came to New York, anxious to learn English and build a life on his terms.

There, his career was set into motion, which soon after led him to Chicago. Porret's thirst for knowledge took him to museums all over the world, absorbing all he could and sharing philosophies with the most prominent artist of the time.

As an artist, Porret is continuously evolving, and his work and style have changed over the years. From sharper to a softer expression of molten metal. Porret muses, "If my approach seems figurative, I do not aim for a reproduction of the human form: what interests me is to transmit an abstract feeling or an idea rather than an image of reality. I use recognizable forms to arouse emotion, to give birth to sensations. I consider myself, in fact, an impressionist." This vision drives his work, and each sculpture imbues depth and intensity.

Though he initially started his career by working in Bronze, Porret began experimenting with various stones. Dissatisfied, with his sculpture's bases, bought a granite and marble company, to have complete control in his work's creation. Yet this choice also evolved his work, and these various stone elements have become an integral part of his creative process and vision.

My style or inspiration has been more refined and has become firmer due to nature. Maybe more ME ‘‘Belle du Soir’’

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Many of his signature pieces with their soft angular movements are harmoniously mixed with sharply defined textures captivating thoughtful designs with an immortal richness, boldness, and unsettling beauty. Porret's work is infused with his personality, unsuppressed by traditional rules; his work is original and buried within each piece is the poetry of his work. Creating figures of humanity in the abstract, each form courageously melting into the next. Emotions created from fragments of granite or marble jutting and piercing through the bronzes bring the concepts of nature and man together, creating a stunningly modernistic and seductive interpretation of the human form.

When viewing one of his sculptures, the human form seems to leap out at the viewer. Jean-Jacques describes this movement as "rhythm in space." Porret said of his artistic method and vision, "I work without any preconceived idea…

(I) continue instinctively, with one shape leading to the next, until the figure is simply rhythm in space".

Jean-Jacques Porret's bronzes can be seen in innumerable collections throughout Europe, Japan, and the United States. He was commissioned to create the bronze sculpture for the American-Swiss Friendship Award.

The "Abage Encyclopedia of Bronzes" describes Porret as "an independent thinker, whose bronze sculpture might be described as a naturalistic, modern blend, in which forms are simplified to their essential rhythms and elements."

‘‘Vagabonde’’

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‘‘If the Shoe Fits’’

JOHN NIEMAN

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fter several decades as an international creative director for Ad Agencies, John Nieman decided to reinvent his life and devote it to art. His first forays were pastels and watercolor paintings. He was quickly invited to many shows in the U.S., the U.K., Japan, Canada, Paris, Italy, Ireland, and Thailand –including more than a dozen solo art shows. Lately, he has progressed to more elaborate installations.

He likes to create art that has an immediate impact and a residual mental tickle through words or subject matter.

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“Barbed Balloons”

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“The Big Apple” Watercolor, 33”x30”

“Let's Get Wet” Pastel, 19”x29”

‘‘Making Whoopie Art’’

“Cowboys” Watercolor, 30”x26”

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PROTECTING DRINKING

WATER RESOURCES

A

lot is happening in the world with our water resources, and water crises in many locations are prompting people to think outside the box, save water from rain and look for ways to preserve such valuable and needed resources. When Water treatment is not an option, like in cases when the water has been contaminated, the water resource can get ruined forever. Prevention is always better and cheaper than the cure. It is cheaper to keep the water clean than to treat the water after being contaminated.

For example, in 2010, an oil spill took place in eastern Ontario, costing approximately 1 million dollars to clean up, an expense that could have been avoided if preventive measures had been taken. So we will discuss how we as an individual can prevent these resources from being contaminated.

Following are some steps you can take to keep water resources clean in your area:

Water conservation

Properly maintain wells

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Practice water conservation.

Use rainwater for your gardens.

Install low-pressure nulls and shower.

Fix the leakage in the pipes.

Test your water regularly.

Inspect your wells.

Keep the livestock and other wastes away from the well.

Keep testing the well’s water.

Use green products

Avoid or limit the use of road salt in winter

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For lawn.

For personal use.

For home.

Proper Ways of Handling and Disposing of Waste.

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Firstly, you can reduce your waste production.

Please keep the waste in the right place; organic and chemical waste should go in separate containers and then hand it over to the waste management authorities.

Use waste collection programs in your area.

Pick the pet waste and dispose of it off correctly.

Practice innovative salt applications.

Use sand.

Wear sturdy footwear.

And switch to snow tires.

Urge others and protect water • •

Urge your friends and family to do the same as you are doing to save the resources.

Convey the information to your community and work together to prevent the contamination of water resources.

Properly maintain and use septic systems • • • •

Protect your septic beds from damage.

After every 3-5 years, have the tank pumped out.

Conserve water.

Avoid using bleach cleaning products.

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KIMBERLY BERG www.isisrising.net

“Birthing Moon” Pastel, 19”x26”

"I

believe that artists have an essential role to play in changing the patriarchal world we live in. It is becoming increasingly clear that the present patriarchal military, social, political, religious, and economic institutions we live under are no longer workable or sustainable.

As a male pro-feminist artist, I believe we live at a significant turning point in human history. A monumental change is happening regarding the status of women in Western and other societies worldwide. I believe the artist can play an essential role in furthering this historical transformation because the artist has the unique ability to create a visual image that can inspire viewers to reinvent themselves.

The seeds for this transformation are planted when the artist creates images that challenge women to examine their self-identity. This identity is not influenced by patriarchal definitions of what a woman is or should be. One way to get beyond such definitions is for women to become aware of who they were in pre-historic times: before the invention of written language and before such definitions and restrictions were invented by a male ruling class and codified into written laws.

It is now known from an abundance of modern archeological evidence that men and women in pre-patriarchal, Neolithic societies lived in a social system that highly revered women. My paintings are created to restore that kind of respect among men and a feeling of selfworth among women.

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“Genesis 1” Pastel, 26”x19”

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“Creatrix” Pastel, 26”x19”

My art tries to restore that part of the pre-historic Mother Goddess culture that honored women for their sacred, life-giving, life-affirming powers: Powers associated with the moon and wild animals; qualities associated with art and aesthetics, dance, and music, singing, chanting and ecstatic states of being.

As an artist, I wish to create a visual experience that lays the groundwork for a change in attitude—a change that will allow women to feel confident that they have the ability, strength, and resources to take control of their life. Ultimately, this can help us all become more and more human.

I think one way this can be accomplished is to provide a visual connection to woman's primal roots: her ancient relationship to Nature, her awesome ability to giving birth to life, her Goddess based spirituality, and her psychic affinity to the Cosmic Powers, symbolically represented in my paintings as a Mandala image.

I want to see women worldwide realize their intrinsic worth as human beings. I believe it is important that women and men see themselves as leaders and workers capable of reinventing a world of peace and harmony that women and men once created for themselves. Under the loving care of the Goddess, such a world once existed in Neolithic times for hundreds of years".

‘‘Awakening’’ Oil on Canvas, 48’’x36’’

KWONG TIM JACKSON LEE

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n my spare time, I would paint, and what began as a creative outlet eventually developed into my personal style. The idea of “Hong Kong in a Better Light” has been in my head for quite some time; Hong Kong is

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slowly disappearing; many old buildings have been demolished to make room for the modern skyscraper -- for the sake of progress.

If I can capture all these images, I thought, then this will live on forever for others to appreciate, enjoy, and defend!"

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NEELA PUSHPARAJ, M.D. www.watercolorsbyneela.com

‘‘Sweet and Sassy’’

‘‘Floral Quilt’’

“Painting is an integral part of my Life. It is an expression of my joy in everything I see."

N

eela Pushparaj started painting at age 49 under the tutelage of Sarita Anne Cooke at the Summit Adult Education program. Following her advice, she attended W/C classes at du’ Cret in Plainfield, NJ as a part-time student. She then became passionately interested in painting watercolors and took multiple workshops in the following years.

She continued her career as a hospital pathologist while painting and pursuing art. She helped create an art gallery at the hospital and exhibited her work there. In addition, she has often donated her art for fundraising, both there and at the Rotary in NJ. Her favorite technique is to add colors to damp paper and allow shapes to emerge by picking them out with negative painting. She uses color boldly in her work, including in her

florals which range from semiabstract to sometimes totally abstract.

Many of her works are showcased at the St. Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY, and the radiology department of Atlantic City Medical Center, due to being chosen from a Statewide competition a few years ago. Some of her paintings are on display at FCGAdvisors, a local financial services firm in Chatham, NJ. She has participated in multiple art residencies at the Scenic Hudson, Red Barn in Beacon, NY, and Poland. For the past several years, she has been the art director of a show called Woman-Art, which the Summit College Club runs for female artists of the NY-NJ-PA area. She has won awards in multiple venues for her watercolor paintings. ‘‘Top of the Morning’’

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Philip Noyed

Invites Everyone to an Extraordinary VR Experience as He launches The Neo Art Space

By Viviana Puello

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rtist Philip Noyed's latest solo show, Activation: The New Era of Immersive Art, opened its door this past September at the Grimandi Art Gallery in New York.

The solo exhibition featured 3D oil paintings, installations, and new works that took advantage of VR to place viewers directly within the story and action of each piece.

Noyed, awarded this past May as the ATIM Artist of the Year,

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explores the intersection between art and technology in a cutting-edge and engaging way. Curated by Alan Grimandi, CEO of ArtTour International, the exhibition featured immersive 3D, 5D (multiple sensory environments), virtual reality (VR), and a mobile with dichroic film installations.

As part of the exhibition, Noyed showcased his famous Rainbow Pyramid LED Light Experience. This beautiful acrylic

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“Blue Magenta Cave - Neo Art Space VR”

tube light structure beams with rainbow colors, allowing the visitors to step inside and experience the magnetic energy and power of the light pyramid. This artwork has gained significant recognition for its appearance in a video production featuring music star Demi Lovato.

Noyed has a well-earned prestige within the global art scene for being one of our most innovative and resourceful contemporary multimedia artists. The Minneapolis-based artist is best known for his luminous geometric illumination photographs, LED installations, videos, 3D and VR creations, and mixed-media installations.

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Noyed's works strongly represent the contemporary movement by integrating a creative use of technology with bold colors, vivid lights, and high-voltage geometric structures, powerfully changing our current artistic viewpoint.

His creative process explores three essential elements: light, color, and space - in two and three dimensions. In addition, his work has a profound resonance with the psychological and physiological effects color has on people. He believes that by combining these elements, his works of art can positively alter the viewer's mood, energy, and even physical well-being, by creating engaging and meaningful artistic experiences.

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“Rainbow Pyramid LED Light Experience”

Amongst Philip Noyed's several awards and accomplishments, he has designed two large light-and-color installations at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. In addition, his exhibit sites include NYC, Miami, Hudson, Palermo, Italy, Salzburg, Austria, Budapest, Hungry to name a few.

He has also participated in several magazine features and TV and radio shows.

Noyed is also a published author at the Healing Power of Art & Artists Initiative

by Manhattan Arts International, featuring his world-renowned Rainbow Pyramid Light Experience.

Philip Noyed and his innovative art have opened the audience's opportunity to experience art by using all of their senses, allowing them to explore, interact with others, and create in one awe-inspiring inspiring space.

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“Triangle Yama” and “Trifecta of One” Geometric Illuminations

“Exclamation Point”

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RIC CONN

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y work is primarily figurative depictions of the female experience. I am inspired to speak up about inequality and social issues women often face in Western culture, focusing on their courage and beauty. I am committed and very passionate about my work on gender equality and female empowerment, two subjects that are sorely lacking in society. My goal is to bring awareness to this problem and do my part to facilitate change.

I am a New York-based, international award-winning American Expressionist artist, inspired mainly by Picasso, Toulouse-Lautrec, Edvard Munch, Matisse, and the German Expressionists."

‘‘Age Matters’’ Oil On Canvas, 36’’x24’’ ‘‘Keep Your Hands to Yourself’’ Oil on canvas 36’’x24’’

“Liberty” Oil On Canvas, 36”x24”

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‘‘What if She Were Your Daughter’’ Oil on Canvas, 36’’x24’’

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TRACEY CHAYKIN

www.traceychaykin.com

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y name is Tracey Chaykin, and I’m an Award-Winning Colored Pencil Artist from Napa, California. Born and raised in the boroughs of New York City, I’ve always desired to be creative, even from an early age, with Nature as my main inspiration.

My Art is a reflection of the beauty around us, utilizing Hyper-Realism to preserve the subject with creative license/imagination for the supporting backgrounds.

Colored Pencil is my medium of choice, with every new piece providing an opportunity to challenge myself to invent new ways to work with this versatile medium. Some days it’s Colored Pencil

"Trout for Dinner" Colored Pencil over Ink, 10’’x8’’

on its own, sometimes combined with other mediums. Once I choose the subject, I study it and consider how to represent it best using Colored Pencil. If adding other mediums such as Gouache, Acrylic Pouring, Metal Leaf, or even Palette Knife painting will further help the subject come alive.

In our day and age, with the increasing effects of Climate Change on environments around the world, I choose to capture moments from the smallest insects to people. My efforts are not only to preserve but also to participate in conservation efforts. Groups like Artists and Biologists Unite for Nature and Artists for a Green Planet provide the ideal platform for campaigns to achieve these goals; bring a voice to those that can’t speak for themselves. Goals to share the beauty and diversity of our world and that we all deserve a place to live in it. We all have a responsibility to ensure our world’s survival for future generations and all living on this Planet!

If my Art inspires the smallest of changes and evokes emotion, then I’ve achieved my goal!"

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‘‘American Lady’’ Colored Pencil, 5’’x5’’

‘‘Sanctuary’’ Colored Pencil, 12’’x9’’

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TOTI CUESTA www.toticuesta.com

"I

am a watercolor artist based in Madrid. I studied law and languages, and for many years I worked in the international field, but art has always been my great passion and the engine of my life.

Art arises from my spiritual need to create, to go beyond the senses. It is an expression of the soul that reflects my commitment to nature, life, and to my inner growth. My paintings are characterized by the use of symbol and color. The symbol allows me to express and transmit the message of art.

The color radiates the light of each human being, allows to highlight the beauty of their features and transmit the essence of their emotions.

Art unites Heaven and Earth and has the power to change the world through creation. It allows me to represent reality in a different way than we perceive it.

I define myself as a watercolorist, although I have done numerous works with other techniques such as oil and pastel.

Watercolor is the most luminous and transparent technique, the one that can best represent the vibration of other dimensions and capture it in colors that transmit joy and light."

‘‘I Am Nature’’ Watercolor 29,9’’x22’’

‘‘Sacramento Street Madrid’’ Watercolor, 26.7’’x20’’

‘‘Zebra’’ Watercolor, 27.5’’x22’’

Waste Management for The Busy Artist Who Loves our Planet

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ainting, printmaking, sculpture, and ceramic studios use hazardous materials that generate chemical and other waste.

Therefore, artists and art students must be aware of the hazards associated with their operations and adequately manage all the waste generated.

We've put together some tips to guide you and will help preserve our beloved planet.

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Waste Management for Painting Painting generates several chemical wastes that include waste paints and thinners, solvents, paint, thinner-soaked rags, towels, and aerosol cans. Below are suggestions on how to manage the majority of chemical waste generated.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the side of the container for waste thinners.

• Store the container in a secondary containment bin.

• Obtain a sturdy cardboard box for partial waste cans.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the side of the box.

• Place the waste cans in the box.

• Contact the appropriate authorities to remove the box full of waste.

• Obtain a steel safety that can be designated for storing flammable materials or a metal pail with a lid for paint and thinner contaminated materials.

• Line the safety can or pail with a trash bag.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label on the outside of the can or pail.

• Add the solvent-soaked rags and close the lid.

• When the container is full, seal and remove the bagged waste. Apply a completed chemical waste label to the outside of the bag.

• Place a new plastic bag into the pail or safety can.

• Obtain a sturdy cardboard box for waste aerosols.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the side of the box.

• Empty the box when it is full.

Waste Management for Ceramics, Metal Work, and Sculpture.

Ceramics and Sculpture activities generate several chemical wastes, including waste glazes, dry ceramic material, acid, and oils. Below are suggestions on how to manage the majority of chemical waste generated.

• Place the waste glazes into the original container or another sturdy plastic container.

• Place the containers into a cardboard box.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the outside of the box.

• Contact the appropriate authorities to remove the containers full of waste.

• Place the waste into the original container or another sturdy plastic container for waste dry ceramic material.

• Place the containers into a cardboard box.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the outside of the box.

• Contact the appropriate authorities to remove the containers full of waste.

• You can use a similar method for waste oil and acids.

Waste Management for Printmaking Printmaking operations generate chemical wastes like solvents and non-solvent-based inks, solvent-soaked rags, and towels. Below are suggestions on how to manage the majority of chemical waste generated from printmaking operations.

Waste Management for Photography Chemical waste generated from Photography work can include waste photography solutions and waste films.

Below are suggestions on how to manage the majority of chemical waste generated.

Waste Films: • Place the waste films into the original container or another sturdy plastic container.

• Place the containers into a cardboard box.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the side of the box.

• Contact the appropriate authorities to remove the containers full of waste.

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• Obtain a flammable steel safety can or a metal pail with a lid.

• Line the safety can or pail with a trash bag.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label on the outside of the can or pail.

• Add the solvent-soaked rags and towels and close the lid.

• When the container is full, seal and remove the bagged waste. Apply a completed chemical waste label to the outside of the bag.

• Place a new plastic bag into the pail or safety can.

• Place the waste ink into the original container or another sturdy Plastic container.

• Place the containers into a cardboard box.

• Apply a completed chemical waste label to the outside of the box.

• Contact the appropriate authorities to remove the containers full of waste.

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VAYDRA WRIGHT www.ladyvaydradesigns.co

Masterful Explorations of The Soul The Art of Vaydra Wright

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aydra Wright’s art explores transcendent experiences and emotions, inviting the viewer into her journey of exploration. She creates compositions that captivate her audience with a harmonic balance of textures and forms by utilizing light, color, and shade.

Looking at the creations, one can get the impression that we are looking at an emotion or a person just lurking beneath the surface, waiting to emerge. Her artworks are complex, thought provoking, and alluring.

In “Death and Afterlife,” the use of a luminous yellow shade surrounded by a sea of pale blues and grays gives the impression that light is about to burst through the surface and illuminate the surroundings. In “Seepage Field,” she uses dark browns and blues surrounded by lighter colors. As opposed to the previous painting, it gives a sense of light about to end as the darkness lurking beneath the surface is about to emerge.

The use of different types of colors portrays different emotions.

VAYDRA WRIGHT www.ladyvaydradesigns.co In her sculpture “Everlasting Joy,” the artist shows a human face partially hidden by a series of fibers giving a sense of a breakthrough waiting to happen, that the person is about to emerge. Her unique style is based on her ability to experiment with organic and manufactured substances simultaneously. The result is mixed media work that stands out for its mesmerizing imagery and daring message.

‘‘Seepage Field’’ Mixed media contemporary artwork, Canvas, Wood, Nature, 35’’ H x 35’’ W x 4’’ D

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‘‘Death and Afterlife’’ Canvas Acrylic Spray, Paint, Resin 19.7’’ W x 19.7’’ H x 4’’ D

‘‘Everlasting Joy’’ Acrylic Spray, Paint, polystyrene. Water Express Repair Mortar-Ready to use Cement Free Mix, Hessian bag, dead inserts, 15’’ W x 21’’ H x 13’’ D

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WENDY COHEN

www.wendycohen.net.au

Wendy Cohen is a Sydneybased artist who has attained a BFA and MFA Degrees.

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er art practice focuses on the relationship of colors, shapes, lines, and form with realistic components communicated in a painterly language.

By integrating shapes into a cohesive body of colors and forms in conjunction with collage elements, flowing ideas are arbitrarily manifested that bring the viewer's attention to the brushstrokes, mark-making, and materiality on the surface of each painting. ‘‘Midnight Moonlight Rock Glow’’ Acrylic, Paper, Markers on Wood Panel, 11.8’’x11.8’’

‘‘Round Mirror Reflections’’ Acrylic, Paper, Pencil, Markers on Wood Panel, 11.8’’x11.8

‘‘Midnight Moonlight Wave Rays’’ Acrylic, Paper, Markers, On Wood Panel 11.8’’x11.8

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However, the primary focus of Artist Wendy Cohen's practice is to invite the viewer to enjoy her works as she transforms the static space of each painting with synchronized contrasting colors highlighting its vibrant chemistry and resonance.

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WENDY YEO www.wendyyeo.com

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y work combines Chinese brushwork and space with Western individuality of expression.

Currently, I am involved with portraying movement and cycles in Nature, e.g., the four seasons, sunrise and sunset, waterfalls, and waves. The media I use are watercolor on paper and Acrylic on canvas, often using cut-up pieces of my work as collage”.

Hong Kong-born artist Wendy Yeo graduated from the Slade School of Fine Art University College London.

She has won several awards and a Traveling Scholarship to Paris and Italy.

She has exhibited her works in Solo Shows in the U.K, New York, Hong Kong, Istanbul, and Kuwait and in international shows in Italy, Madrid, South Korea, New York, Paris, Austria, and Germany.

Her works are displayed in public collections in Ashmolean Museum Oxford, Wolfson College Oxford, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Yu Kyung Museum South Korea, University College London Museum, and Hong Kong University Museum of Art. Her work is also to be found in many Private Collections worldwide.

‘‘Mountain Stream’’ Acrylic on Canvas, 30’’x40’’

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‘‘Autumn Sunrise’’ Acrylic on Canvas, 30’’x40’’

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‘‘Fish Pond after Rain’’ Acrylic on Canvas, 40’’x32’’

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his question came during our coaching sessions at the Vivid Arts Elite Circle (more info about VVAEC at www.vivianapuello.com), and with the holiday season coming up, I want to share my tips to make your next open studio successful.

So, why are our friends coming to our open studios to hang out, and nobody buys anything?

It's all about expectations.

When preparing for an open studio, we need to be clear about setting up the expectations, and when receiving guests in our studio, we need to be clear about setting up the atmosphere.

Set up expectations with a clear message on the invite. "Come see my new work, and pick up the next best holiday gift."

Make sure your studio looks like you are selling your art! Price all your work and set up the atmosphere so your patrons don't have to do any guesswork, wonder about pricing, or ask you for everything they see. The easier to see prices, the easier it is to sell. A great example is the giant Amazon; its success is attributed to the simple and easy checkout system. If the buyer is confused and has to do guesswork, that buyer will walk away.

Here are a few tips to ensure your open studio stays a 'hang out and you save time and money on preparation.

Set up expectations with a clear message on the invite. "Come see my new work, and pick up the next best holiday gift."

Have signs around your studio with pricing for all works.

Choose to donate a percentage of your sales to your favorite charity and announce it.

When all guests are in, please take a few minutes, gather them together, and give a brief thank you speech. Here's an example of things you can say: “thanks for coming today to support my work; as you know, art is the best that keeps on giving. Look around, and I'm sure you'll find something special for your loved ones. When you buy art, you're not

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only supporting the artist but also giving your family a precious heirloom that will last for generations to come. So now, go and choose your favorite. Feel free to ask me anything about my art."

Stay positive, be firm and confident and enjoy the presence of your guests as well. You might very well be in front of your next collector. Be kind, courteous, and joyful.

Enjoy preparing for this holiday season, and don't forget ... stay inspired!

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"Untitled 2757 " Oil on Canvas by Frank Hoeffler