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A Letter from our Editor-in-Chief, Welcome to Summer 2018, a brand new issue celebrating the diversity of artistic expression and human creativity in a visually compelling package, brimming with vivid and exclusive images as well as fantastic multimedia articles. I hope you enjoy our new enhanced look and fascinating content. For this issue, we bring you articles full of mesmerizing images featuring artworks by top contemporary artists from all corners of the world. Throughout the pages of our latest summer issue, you’ll find the stories of inspiring artists who have overcome career and personal challenges, and in turn come out on top and made significant strides in the fields of visual arts, each journey is an example of how commitment, persistence, and passion can lead us all to success. We are also proud to reveal that this past May we published of our ATIM’s Top 60 Masters of Contemporary Art 2018. This sought-after, much- anticipated catalog, amasses sixty modern artists and provides interviews, art reviews and compelling images of their works. It is available at all Barnes & Noble Stores and our independent stores and newsstands. For digital readers, the online issue of Summer 2018, available on iTunes, Kindle, and Magzter, provides the opportunity to click on the breathtaking images accompanying each article and be redirected to the accompanying video. Yes, it's a fantastic time for us here at ATIM: the collaborations, the endeavors, the anticipation of the future and what's to come. We're glad you're here to share the journey with us! Stay inspired!
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Meet our Cover Artist!
Back Cover
Bali
“The Island Of The Gods” Page 115
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Tinatin Vachnadze - “Textural Compositions”
“A Journey With Hélène DeSerres”
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Collectors News: Top Artists To Watch!
Your guide to top talent worldwide.
Page 14 An Interview With
Siegfried Lehmann
Create 4 Peace
Uniting Artists Worldwide
TOP ARTISTS TO WATCH - Adi Zur - Alison Barrows-Young - Yu He Art - Andrea De Luigi - Andree Amarica - Betsy Stewart - Birgit Stern - Carla Fisher - Carol Brown - Charlie Lim - Craig Frankowski - Daniel McKinley - Dave Weindorf - David Whitfield - Gianfranco “John” Gambardella
P-26 P-29 P-32 P-35 P-38 P-41 P-44 P-47 P-50 P-53 P-56 P-59 P-62 P-65
- Glil - Grady Zeeman - Gülcan Karadağ - Hanna Supetran - Jodie Blaney - Jorge Rivas - Karen Rolfes - Kimberly Berg - Manuella Muerner Marioni - Mae Jeon - Nicholas Teetelli - Randi Solin - Ron Baird - Stephanie Holznecht - Steve Lyons
FEAUTERED ARTISTS P-72 P-75 P-78 P-81 P-84 P-87 P-88 P-91 P-94 P-97 P-100 P-103 P-109 P-106 P-112
- Adelita Medina P-136 - Aydar Khusainov P-126 - Barbara Tyler Ahlfield P-18 - Helen Kagan P-22 - Judith Gale P-128 - Lawrence R. Armstrong P-132 - Lucy Mattos P-130 - Therese Boisclair P-125 - Tomas Malmberg P-122 - Robert Raphael Reiter P-124 - Victor G. Cilia P-123 - Zohar Wallach P-134
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Tinatin Vachnadze “Textural Compositions� by Realk Wriart
"Palette" Mixed Media & Oil On Canvas, 48"x48"
"Having grown up in a family of creators, art has always been the window through which I interpret and understand the world. I try to put on canvas the depths and endlessness of the mind. My formal education collaborates with my interest in spirituality to influence the stylization and color selection prominent in my work. It is my main desire to provide maximum aesthetic pleasure to my audience and to touch the soul with human emotions familiar to all." - Tinatin Vachnadze 8
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orn in Tbilisi, Giorgia in a family of artists, Tinatin Vachnadze was exposed to art at an early age and the bohemian environment that came along with it. Her vibrantly abstract paintings are highly textured, characterized by a great fluidity and simultaneous contrasts, paying close attention to form and color, utilizing curved
shapes that frequently resemble dashes of color or even biomorphic shapes. This is exceptionally important in the creation of movement within the composition, as when combined with the chromatic intensity, the final result is exceptionally dynamic.
"Feelings L" Oil & Mixed Media On Canvas, 40"x16"
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These elements are predominantly evident in her abstract works, such as “Restlessness,” which depicts vibrant blue and red vortexes accompanied by dashes and splashes of color. It is a composition with complexity in nature, but at the same time, it exhibits a methodic structure, retaining a harmonic, rhythmic pattern. Similarly, “Feelings” is a dual piece which focuses on an eruption of blue and purple biomorphic shapes that resemble clouds or fungal growth. This can be seen as a hint that her abstract works have an indirect reference to our environment, drawing inspiration from nature to create a contemporary result.
something be it a painting or a piece of music. It's no wonder that drawing and painting came very naturally to her. Looking back to her artistic childhood, Vachnadze said that art has always been the window through which she understood and interpreted the world. Cont. Next Page
Her father and both of her grandparents were accomplished artists. In her own words, she grew up within the confines of her grandfather's art workshop. Nearly everyone in her family was creating
"First Love" Oil & Mixed Media On Canvas, 24"x36"
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Vachnadze's work and overall style have gone through a few crucial transitions. Since she had a classical education in figurative art, the majority of her early works were realistic. Along the way, she
decided to begin her exploration of abstract works. She described the transition as very difficult, admitting it was necessary, as in time she found her voice in the abstract style.
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"Restlessness" Oil & Mixed Media On Canvas, 24"x48"
These examples showcase the plurality of artistic languages that Vachnadze utilizes to voice her creative ideas, painting with freedom and spontaneity while carefully orchestrating textural compositions and translating her emotions into pure color.
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Siegfried Lehmann An Interview With
by Yadira Roman
"Sunday Parade" Acrylic On Wood, 70.9"x39.4�
Master artist Siegfried Lehmann is ever evolving in the stages of his work, taking advantage of the many resources that surround him in his creative process. Using abstract interpretation when painting with oils and acrylics, graphics and 3d installments to communicate his message with his audience. Lehmann has a curious spirit with his work, expressing his thoughts about consciousness as well as his likeness for technology and recent advances. His environment is his tool for expansion in his work, always reinventing himself and moving forward as quickly as the world around him.
empowering tool of connection and community in the world. Lehmann talks about the duality in our environment, both light and dark forces being an influence on the way we experience life. He likes to focus on the positive aspects of the world, while also embracing elements he considers to be dark. This duality is portrayed in his work concerning color contrast as well as shape contrast. With a harmonious final result in each of his works, showing his ability to structure, while also living in the free flow of his youthful curiosity, always remaining connected to his inner child.
Lehmann uses plastic and wood for his installments, and he creates vibrant and harmonizing colors, as well as a form of communication through shapes and braking patterns. There is a sense of continuity in all his works, each of his creations carries a symphony of colors, shapes, and subjects representing the circle of life within humanity as well as the spiritual realms beyond. Lehmann creates unity through his work, using his gift as an 14
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Siegfried Lehmann enlightens us a s h e o p e n s a w i n d ow o f communication between his work and our community. Using social developments as a root of inspiration, we dive into the inspiration himself. Why do you do what you do? “Since my childhood, I feel that I and my art are inseparable from each other. At the age of five, the adults around me noticed my specific skills to model and to draw. This deep inner connection
"Balance Of Life" Wooden Object With Acrylic, 23.6" High
"Sir At The Window" Oil On Canvas, 27.6"x39.4"
to art and creativity has accompanied me my whole life and marked me. It was and is a way for me to get to know myself better and to express my philosophy of life. My works are always very colorful, show the unusual and individual, and at the same time, they have to do with the game of life. For me, this also means thinking positively and seeing the beautiful and good things in life. To be artistically active means to me to play with colors and color harmonies, to keep on developing my imagination, to integrate innovative ideas, in mere words: to live up my creative potency. “ What has inspired your work this past year? “The past year I was inspired by modern technology. Computers, pixels, keyboards, the many knobs, and buttons that you have everywhere arranged for me to put all this into a visual language. Especially the knobs and buttons have inspired me to work in three dimensions and to insert elements of various materials into my paintings. This has made my works change
from a somewhat symbolic representation towards the abstract and graphics up to a three-dimensional image. In these new paintings, I have expressed my emotions through the interaction of shapes and colors. Here are on the one side the intense bright colors in a rhythmic and graphic arrangement and on the other hand the three-dimensional elements that repeatedly break through this rhythm. This is how a combination of shapes and colors comes into play, includes the viewer and leads to interaction and communication.” How has your environment been of influence to your message as an artist? “I as creative person inspires everything, what is happening around me. That can be the trivial things you can perceive in passing, just as the nature of the people who surround you. As well I deal with the significant global issues such as nature conservation, globalization, and digitization. All this flows into the work. At the same time, I always try to show the positive aspects and to
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"Nature And Order" Acrylic On Wood, 27.6"x39.4"
"Festival" Acrylic On Wood With 3D Elements, 27.6"x39.4"
convey, that everything has two sides and that there is still an alternative way that ultimately leads to the positive and successful. Thus, artistic work is a constant and continual engagement with the environment that inspires creativity, and so creates new things out of itself.”
that has begun, and I am looking for new opportunities all the time.
Your works have a powerful message, what words of wisdom would you give to artists questioning whether or not to do the same?
My next upcoming exhibitions are: Amsterdam Whitney Gallery, New York, August 28th till September 26th, 2018 and Colorida Galeria de Arte, Lisbon, Portugal, October 30th till November 16th, 2018.
“To express his thoughts, his emotions and opinions artistically is always something very personal. Everybody must decide it for himself, whether he wants to go this way or not. In my view, it is essential to develop your creativity and to become aware of it first, before you make your decision. You must feel your way of being creative. As a creative person, you interpret nature in your way. To develop this individual way is a process, that you must go through and that you must become aware of. This development process takes time, and it is essential to take this time. If you decide in favor of it, it is important to believe in yourself and not to give up, until you have reached your goal. I adopt the motto: "Criticism only makes me stronger." That gives me power in demanding situations.” Whats next for your career? “Of course, it is about to continue the creative process, to be inspired, to develop innovative ideas and to incorporate them into the work and thus create new, unprecedented works. On the other hand, I want to introduce my artworks to a broad audience and to make them known, to make contact between the artist and the art lover. I want to continue on the path 16
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"Open Minded Thinker" Acrylic On Wood With 3D Elements, 31.5"x39.4"
"Modern Gardens" Acrylic On Wood With 3D Elements, 31.5"x39.4"
"The World And The Universe" Acrylic On Wood, 31.5"x39.4"
A new artistic work is a young living being that ripens step by step and develops its own best character. Some are wild, unruly and bubbling over with energy, loving pop, and rock music and spraying their tremendous joy of life; others are very organized and structured, love classics and have within their clearness and order nearly a meditative character. However, there also are kinds of living beings who strive for much individuality, who hate to be in uniform and who want to express their own best nature with much intensity. All this is reflected on the surface of the artwork. While coming into being ripeness the development of the artwork goes on. The artwork keeps communicating with his creator, absorbing characteristics, thoughts, and emotions and continues to show him new sides and facets of itself. Step by step it is growing up to a matured and
independent personality. Now it is ready to leave his creator and to look for new contacts. At this moment the art lover enters the game. He becomes an observing partner, who creates a new relationship and communicates in his unique way with the artwork. In this way, a new continuous process of change and movement starts. The observer gets more and more involved in the artistic work, maybe he discovers hidden parts of himself and feels more and more his presence and reality throughout the work. He starts to notice that he participates in the process of perception of movements and colors." For more info contact:
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"The Decision" Oil On Canvas, 59"x39.4"
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Barbara Tyler Ahlfield “Fashion is definitely a great influence… I love drama, dramatic posing and lighting.” -Barbara Tyler Ahlfield
"Pink Prowl” Oil On Canvas, 60"x48"
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merican master artist Barbara Tyler Ahlfield moved from a flourishing career as a fashion illustrator to a thriving artist and oil painter. Her work is a blend of modern, yet traditional fashion inspired realistic oil paintings. A resident of Baltimore, Maryland, most of Ahlfield’s work has been influenced by the historic nature of her home district which has a rich history, and the environment and antiques reflect a more sophisticated era. This has inspired her work as she continually strives for elegance through classical foundations in her figurative pieces.
"Forsythia And Tulle" Oil On Canvas, 60"x48"
"Jewel" Oil On Canvas, 60"x36"
Ahlfield loves to create emotional portraits that are elegant and technically accurate. After conceiving the initial idea for a composition, she gathers her resources which include the prop and model, graphite pencil, Indian ink line, watercolor, colored pencils, gouache, and oils. She uses highly saturated tones of pigment in the delicate textured areas, and she captures her subjects at their best through harmonious compositions which emanate intimacy and strength. Cont. Next Page www.arttourinternational.com
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"Svora Borzoi Babs" Oil On Canvas, 60"x48"
"Bobcat” Oil On Canvas, 36”x24”
Ahlfield likes to capture fleeting and exciting moments. With a strong foundation as a fashion illustrator, most of her scenes revolve around the world of fashion, glamour, and beauty. Her love for fashion, fabric, and style has influenced the artist to produce some of the impactful work that captures the various textures of fabric including silk, velvet, lace and several others. Unlike other contemporary artists, she uses patterns instead of precise backgrounds. Ahlfield's style is extraordinary, painting thinly and sparingly while applying glazes. She finds power in accuracy by using appropriate colors to soften the edges, depicting her subjects in full beauty and splendor, all in the elegant fashion that is the signature essence of Ahlfield’s work. For more info visit:
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"Moonlight Daiquiri” Oil On Canvas, 60"x48"
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"Vapor” By Barbara Tyler Ahlfield
Barbara Tyler Ahlfield “The Essence Of Beauty” A Solo Exhibition Viviana Puello Gallery
OCTOBER 16TH - NOV 4TH
VIVIANA PUELLO GALLERY 1791 AMSTERDAM AVE. New York, NY 10031
INFO:
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"Tales Of My Life" Acrylic On Canvas, 48"x48"
Helen Kagan "I believe art is a spiritual path, a transformational process, a way of being." "I believe art heals. My "Healing Arts" is a statement of my beliefs." - Helen Kagan
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elen Kagan, PhD. is a holistic therapist and artist. She believes that art heals and the world is now in dire need of the positive and empowering energy that can be conveyed through artistic expression. Her style and technique are based on the concept of "Healing Arts" which brings together the Art of Healing and Fine Art by using high-frequency colors charged with positive intentions and embedded spiritual messages so that the viewer gets an energetically balanced piece that is said to enhance well-being. Kagan grew up in communist Siberia where oppression and overt control were aspects of her daily life until she left which is why she is such a firm believer of artistic expression, with the yearning for freedom felt in every one of her works. She paints primarily with oils and acrylics and explores mixed media to produce "Healing Art" which is much better viewed in-person due to the use of heavy textures, bright colors and stunning vibrations on the large canvas.
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“Big Apple, I Love You" Acrylic On Canvas, 48"x60"
Helen Kagan’s work reflects her views on life and the way that it communicates on subliminal levels delivers strong messages of positively charged intentions that are energetically balanced to keep the viewers in touch with their life journeys. Kagan believes that her art is an expression of her spiritual path. She knows that her work can heal many people, which is why she donates it to charities, hospices, and organizations where she feels its healing powers are most needed.
An ATIM Featured Master artist , Helen Kagan is a winner of “Top 60 Masters" International Award , is having several Group and Solo Shows in New York Galleries, and is an Artist to invest in 2018 . Her pieces bring joy , awareness , well -being , and " Joie de Vivre" to collectors all around the globe.
For more info visit:
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“Colors Of My City" Acrylic On Canvas, 30"x24"
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"METAMORPHOSIS. Colors & Healing" A Solo Exhibition by Master Artist
Helen Kagan, PHD. GRIMANDI ART GALLERY 988 COLUMBUS AVENUE New York, NY 10025 OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday August 16th 6:00 PM
Helen Kagan “Big Bang” Acrylic on Canvas 36”x48” Series “My Universes”
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Adi Zur
"Family Finally Found" Mixed Media On Board, 30"x64"
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oronto based, Israeli born artist Adi Zur creates multi-media compositions incorporating elements that reflect the overwhelming media saturation and competing information to which we are exposed to in modern times. Her abstract expressionist works are skillfully and ingeniously created using a combination of oil paints, magazines, newspaper headlines and photographs she takes in her day to day life. Adi Zur
has a profound passion for ancient fundamental knowledge that is lost to the contemporary world. Her inspiration was ignited since young age growing up near archeological sites where she would go play with her childhood friends.
"Changes Everything" Mixed Media On Board, 24"x24"
"The Fire Dragon" Mixed Media On Board, 24"x24"
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Adi Zur develops discrete spaces using pattern, form, and color. The artist juxtaposes objects that serve as a bridge between the real and imaginary
"Chemistry" Mixed Media On Board, 48"x38"
"I am intensely moved by a notion of a 'connector'- an umbilical cord, if you will - which joins us to knowledge, harnessed in the distant past, but driving us into an uncertain future. My recent interest in the fragmented forms of futurism brings this sensibility to the present day. The contemporary world is similarly disjointed as we are bombarded each day by information from competing media." - Adi Zur world. Using her art, she aims to form a connection between long-lost wisdom and expound it to create a gateway to the future; taking the viewers from a chaotic world disillusioned by the media to a gentle stream of consciousness sourced from the past and flowing to the future. The playful scattering of key elements in her works emphasizes the dream state she wishes to immerse her audience in. The dominantly monochromatic painting "The Power" is a striking piece that incorporates similar media to "Dreams of Harmony" but with a different approach. In "The Power," she seamlessly uses gradient blending to transition from white to mellow blue. She also forms geometric Cont. Next Page
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shapes with white streaks for borders and sometimes passing between the shapes. Her use of newspapers in the painting reverts the viewer from the mesmerizing imagery to a reflection of contemporary issues. Her motive to be the connector between the past, present, and future is accomplished in her brilliant works.
For more info visit:
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"Dream Of Harmony" Mixed Media On Board, 24"x24"
"The Power" Mixed Media, 38"x48"
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Alison Barrows-Young
"The Artist's Studio On A Red Day" Oil On Canvas, 16"x20", 2016 by Viviana Puello
“Visual communication is essential to me in the way Braille is to the blind. Nothing speaks more decisively of my joys as well as my troubles than painting and other visual art media. Nothing encapsulates my 59 years of connection with nature than painting landscape and nothing has helped me more with my struggles with society and social awkwardness than figurative depiction.�
The haunting expressionist paintings of Alison Barrows-Young capture the emotional responses of her subconscious mind to life events and experiences. Working predominantly in oil on canvas, the artist blends bold lines with thick layers of color to compose highly detailed renderings executed with textured brushstrokes and strong compositional skills. Cont. Next Page
"Dream Child" Graphite Drawing On Paper, 12"x12", 2016
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"Birth Of A Warrior" Graphite Drawing On Paper, 12"x12", 2016
"Bird In The Window" Graphite Drawing On Paper, 16"x20", 2016
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"Saddened Angel" Digital Painting PS, 18"x24", 2018
“My artistic vision speaks to an acute awareness of the effect of emotional context upon perceived reality. Painting is a daily process of embracing my inner subjectivity with that which is outwardly apparent. I prefer to use an expressionist approach as I find it relays my feelings and musings most clearly to myself and to others.”
"Shadow In The Trees" Oil On Canvas, 72"x36"
Barrows-Young's landscape work draws inspiration from the natural world and the myriad colors, tones, and light offered by constant atmospheric changes. She is inspired by living in the isolated northern woods of the Pacific Northwest and aims to share her concern about environmental conservation
Focusing on landscape and figurative subject matter, BarrowsYoung presents a profound and realistic look into humanity, making visible our society’s internal demons. In her figurative work, BarrowsYoung plays with form, color, and anatomy to illustrate underlying aspects of the human condition, creating a strong connection between social activism and her artistic practice. Through her work, s h e ex p r e s s e s t h o u g h t s a n d feelings that challenge viewers to question what they are seeing, while opening a conversation that can lead to conscious awareness. In her work, figures and forms are painted with swaths of vibrant colors, rendered with narrow outlines. Backgrounds also play an important role in the compositions, as they are used to create spacial dimensions. 30
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"The Confessional" Oil On Canvas, 36"x72", 2018
issues through visually stimulating imagery that reflects the awe-inspiring beauty of our planet. “My subject matter is primarily nature as I find within it an immediate fascination and awe. Over the last few years and especially since we have a political administration that wishes to undo the advances we have made on global warming my landscapes have begun to represent a disquieting element, focusing on the dramatic weather conditions at play with the environment. I wish to connect the viewer with an immediate, sensual lure, to absorb them into a visual conversation about our environmental concerns.”
Alison Barrows-Young has also dedicated over 30 years of her artistic career to mentoring art students while teaching classical fine art study in fundamental to advanced drawing and painting. She was born in New York City and raised in Canada, and currently resides in the US Pacific Northwest. Barrows-Young’s works have been displayed in a multitude of private and public collections in the United States, Canada, and throughout Europe. For more info visit:
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"Caught In The Lights" Graphite Drawing An Digital Painting, 18"x24", 2018
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Yu He Art
"Vintage No. 8" Acrylic On Paper, 18"x24"
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hinese born artist, Yu He’s work is an uncontained sense of free will that is evident in every piece. Apart from her disposition for painting natural elements, Yu He also creates still life paintings and abstract expressions with equal success. Her preferred medium is acrylic on canvas and paper, although she occasionally uses water color, tempera and pastels. The contemporary artist explores the extremities of nature in a variety of colors that are reflective of her emotions. She exhibits the wet on wet style of painting to recreate the natural environment in most of her works, using this as a tool to represent the life in each subject. The atmosphere created is peaceful and immersive. “Tree, Autumn” is composed of predominantly blue hues Cont. Next Page
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"Tree. Autumn No. 6" Acrylic On Paper, 24"x18"
"Vintage No. 9" Acrylic On Paper, 18"x24"
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"Vintage No. 12" Acrylic On Paper, 24"x18"
"Still Life No. 605" Acrylic On Paper, 24"x18"
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and orange. The piece depicts a tree in autumn haze, with frost on grass and fallen leaves on the ground. The background is in a soft blue tone that satisfies the heart and soul. This work is delicately composed with elements of playfulness subtly emerging when keenly observed. Yu He’s work is a beautiful rendition of the physical environment in brilliant color, to reflect her unbridled will to express herself.
For more info contact:
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www.yuhearts.net
"Vintage No. 11" Acrylic On Paper, 24"x18"
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Andrea De Luigi
“To imagine, to create, to express on canvas, bring up mixed emotions, anxiety, restlessness, urge, curiosity, fun, pleasure, and at the same time submerges me into a kind of meditative state. Painting takes me to a warm, peaceful, gratifying place I don’t want to leave.” - Andrea De Luigi
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rgentinean born artist Andrea De Luigi derives her inspiration from nature and day to day events. Using acrylics and mixed media on canvas or wood, a notable feature of De Luigi's works is her emphasis on light as it streams from different points on the canvas. The light works
to influence the scenery and mood of the painting, ultimately altering or enhancing the emotional atmosphere. Her works scream raw, unfettered energy, as her elements yearn to break through the bounds of the canvas and storm into the physical world. Cont. Next Page
"Still Waiting For You” (From The Series Inner Conversations) Acrylic On Canvas, 47"x39", 2016
"Liberation” (From The Series Inner Conversations) Acrylic On Canvas, 47"x39", 2016
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"The Secret" (From The Series Contemplation) Acrylic On Canvas, 39"x47", 2018
"Memories" (From The Series Contemplation) Acrylic On Canvas, 39"x51", 2018 "Citiscapes Series”
“In a city, in life, in knowledge, nothing is definite, but in constant movement, creation and recreation, opening to the future.” - Andrea De Luigi
"Objets Wooden Sculptures" Acrylic On Wood, Different Sizes
Blends of light and shading coupled with distinctly sharp edges of shapes add to the realistic effects of these pieces. De Luigi exhibits the animation of her elements in different perspectives; the eccentric and ebullient shapes engender both curiosity and imagination. As De Luigi explores the dynamic of the invisible forces that create our world and fuses with natural elements, we, the viewers, can't help but acknowledge the beauty and distinction of De Luigi's works.
"Inner Voyage" (From The Series Colors Of Nature) Acrylic On Canvas, 51,5”x 39,5”, 2015
For more info contact:
andreadeluigi@gmail.com AndreaDe Luigi/Artist page andrea_de_luigi
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"Deep Inside" (From The Series Colors Of Nature) Acrylic On Canvas, 59”x47,24", 2014
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Andree Amarica
"Lightness" Acrylic On Paper, 30.5"x23", 2013
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anadian artist Andree Amarica creates abstract expressionist works that are a reflection of her unbridled creative spirit and surreal imagination. She fully engages her intuition and creative energy in her creative process. Her works are devoid of any concrete elements but instead focus on freedom of imagery. Using mainly acrylic, ink and collage as her primary medium,
"Carnival Of Joy" Acrylic, Collage And Ink On Canvas, 48"x48", 2011
Andree draws her inspiration from the natural elements and many travels around the world. The sky, to her, represents vastness and infinite nature of spirit. The air and its components are a harmonious symphony orchestrated by a supernatural force. The wavering and unpredictable nature of the sky and its elements also enhance her passion for art and significantly influence her choice of colors. As a master of color, Andree isn't shy about exploring different tones in her works. Her pieces are both a combination of brilliant, lush colors and Cont. Next Page
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"Feathers 2" Feathers, Acrylic And Ink On Canvas, 20"x20", 2014 "Flying Heart" Ink And Acrylic On Canvas, 30"x20", 2014
"Glowing" Collage And Ink On Paper, 22"x28", 2017
"Aura" Acrylic, Collage And Ink On Canvas, 20"x30", 2011
more neutrals that never fail to capture the viewer's eyes. Diligence and meticulousness are pronounced in every brushstroke, and no part of the canvas is left untouched. Apart from her artistic ventures, Andree is an accomplished author and an astute teacher of French as well as a prolific photographer. She
"Dreaming" Mixed Media On Paper, 15"x21", 2016
continues to touch the hearts and minds of many viewers who appreciate fine art.
For more info visit:
www.andreeamarica.com
"Joy" Collage, Ink And Acrylic On Paper, 11"x17", 2017
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by Steve Joel
etsy Stewart is an American contemporary artist who has defied convention as she charted her path as a painter. Drawing inspiration from her educational background in art history and philosophy and also numerous travels and experiences from all around the globe, she creates beautiful works that are a reflection of her philosophy. These works are a rendition of personal experiences that incorporate nature, the cosmos and unseen energies to create vivid imagery. Her paintings are a union of vivid colors and fluid patterns scattered on canvas. They explore the elegant beauty and serenity of microscopic nature that eludes our limited human eyes. Cont. Next Page
"Bioverse No.3" Acrylic & Sumi Ink On Canvas, 84"x48"
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"Natos No.5" Acrylic, Ink & Graphite On Canvas, 16"x16"
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"Microaquea No.1" Monoprint On Canvas With Collage, 36"x36"
"Biocriticals No.3" Acrylic, Sumi Ink & Graphite On Canvas, 50"x50"
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"Biocriticals No.4" Acrylic, Sumi Ink & Graphite On Canvas, 50"x50"
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"Natos No.6" Acrylic, Ink & Graphite On Canvas, 16" X 16"
“I create colorful paintings of microscopic and macroscopic nature hidden from the naked eye; the layered interconnectivity that could represent origins of life in a drop of water or systems in the vast cosmos.” - Betsy Stewart "Bioverse No.4" Acrylic & Sumi Ink On Canvas, 84"x48"
In many of her series, Stewart examines the unique microscopic ecosystem of shallow pond water which by extension is a reflection of the uncertainty and fickle nature of human life. The "Natos" series of paintings, particularly "Natos 5" is a show of her keen interest in expounding on the magic of nature and biodiversity in water ponds. As with many pieces in the series, the predominant color is yellow-green and its hues with jiggling circles to represent bubbles and scribbles and small markings or shapes that represent the microscopic life forms that permeate the water ponds. These pieces tell stories of an environment teeming with life and different forms coexisting in perfect harmony to create an almost magical ecosystem. Her recent “Biocriticals"
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series suggests a layered inter-connectivity that could represent origins of life in a drop of water or systems in the vast cosmos.. As for carving her unique niche as an artist, Stewart has succeeded in being an accomplished artist and as a name to reckon with in the art scene.
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Birgit Stern B
by Steve Joel
irgit Stern creates artworks that depict leisure, happiness, and enjoyment of everyday life. Her paintings explore the positive aspects of life, evoking to the viewer a sense of peace and unmatched pleasantness. Using mainly oil on canvas as her primary medium, Stern creates figurative pieces, cafeteria scenes and modern still images with great depth and realism. The Germanborn artist blends realistic human figures with abstract elements that mainly form the works' background. The result is a brilliant depiction of human elementals in a cheerful environment and an ingenious interspersion of abstraction and reality. The pieces are simultaneously bold and subdued and convey a mysterious and almost inexplicable effect after the initial appearance. Viewers are slowly led into a calming and relaxed state that emanates from her pieces to strike them when they least expect it. Cont. Next Page
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"Sunny Day" Oil On Canvas, 31"x31"
"Symbiosis" Oil On Canvas, 39"x47"
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"Leisure Time" Oil On Canvas, 31"x39"
"Just Love" Oil On Canvas, 31"x39"
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"Enjoy The Sun" Oil On Canvas, 27"x39"
A perfect example of her success in stirring the observers' emotions is seen in "Sunny Day." A striking feature in Sterns painting is her skillful use of light elements to accentuate the realism of this painting. She carefully blends her primaries in various hues as it transitions from dark to light, a technique she effectively uses to make her work visually alluring. The warm tones are in line with the title of the painting, emphasizing the presence of the sun and where the sunlight emanates from. Her work is a culmination of positive vibrations and a reflection of day to day experiences. As she creates environments of leisure, pleasure, and relaxation, Stern evokes, in viewers’ hearts, the tranquility that is much needed in our busy lives. For more info contact:
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"My Favorite Place" Oil On Canvas, 39"x39"
Carla Fisher
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word that can best describe American visual artist Carla Fisher is versatile. An accomplished artist that has had numerous exhibitions worldwide, Fisher combines the basic skills used in many mediums to explore the boundaries of human emotion. Through the use of watercolor, sculpture, and fiber techniques, she demonstrates an uncanny ability to delineate feelings profoundly and expressively. Her works showcase evident layers of different materials that are built up, creating organic forms. Fisher focuses on the exploration of textile as a Cont. Next Page
"Phoenix" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Tyvek, Watercolor, 38"x38"x2"
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"Renewal" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Tyvek, Watercolor, 36"x38"x2"
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"Burnout" Beeswax, Damar Resin, Pigment, Avocado Shells, Rayon Embroidery Thread, Keurig Coffee Filters, 24"x21.5"x3
medium by transforming ordinary threads into vibrant, mesmerizing sculptures and mixed media compositions. A natural characteristic of Fisher’s art is a deep emotional base stemming from the stream of sentiments that accompany loss. The result is stunning works that have received international acclaim in mixed media, encaustic, and fiber art. Unique to her work is her use of thread, and most specifically, her threedimensional sculpting with thread. As a statement of self, Fisher is quoted as saying, “I make thread do things that no one believes it can do. It’s a convincing reminder of the way I need to live my life as well!” Fisher's works are characterized by vibrant earthy colors, boldness and the explosive temperament of her cultural
"Stradivarius” Rayon Embroidery Thread, Cotton 50 Wt Thread, Tyvek, Watercolor, 20"x21.5"x2"
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"Atchafalaya's Prize" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Angora, Tyvek, Watercolor, Keurig Coffee Filters, 11"x33"x2"
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"Nature's Ball" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Tyvek, Plastic Shopping Bags, Keurig Coffee Filters, Dryer Lint, Watercolor, 12"x25"x2"
"Encaustic" (Detail) Beeswax, Damar Resin, Pigment, Rayon Embroidery Thread, Wood Chips, Wood Shavings, Packing Material, Keurig Coffee Filters, 32"x24"x3"
heritage. Her sculptures are innovative, fresh, exciting and different. Her works symbolize how the worn out, thrown away and wasted can be reborn into beautiful works, again marking a personal testimony that there’s always a second chance to grow and rebuild one’s life after loss. Shadows strategically used in her work bring both dimension
and playfulness to the unusual presentations of her pieces. Seeking to evoke in the viewer a sense of wonder and surprise, her works explore a variety of themes, the most dominant being renewal. Her ventures in encaustic and mixed media art pronounce her skill in abstract expressionism. Fisher’s deepest emotions come to life in dazzling colors and unusual patterns and forms. The delicacy of her work nods to both the complexity and simplicity of art and life itself. For more info contact:
cfisher99@comcast.net
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"Solace" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Dryer Lint, Tyvek, Keurig Coffee Filters, Watercolor, 16"x32"x2"
"Storm Clouds Brewing" Rayon Embroidery Thread, Dryer Lint, Ribbon Clips, 28"x19"x2"
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Carol Brown C
By Yadira Roman
arol Brown is a mixed media artist whose film and fine art photography have been exhibited throughout the United States and Internationally. Originally from the UK, she has left her mark as an active voice for women. Brown has evolved
her art form to incorporate a wide array of subjects and styles including anthropomorphic abstractions, and social commentary. Her recent works, delve into the female gender and her perception of femininity.
"The Other Vanessa 1" Mixed Media, 40"x50"
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"The Other Vanessa - Black Pearl" Mixed Media, 30"x45"
A notable feature of Brown’s work is her fine art compositions, exhibited as negative photos boldly highlighting her subjects. Using rich white textures to contrast the sultry essence of her female subjects. Brown presents these women with poise, power, and sexual vulnerability. Creating an open environment for the female figure to feel empowered, and connected to each other. Brown uses her work as her form of storytelling; each composition exhibited whether it be fine art, film, or photography is displayed as a single moment. Bringing her audience to the experience of her subjects, inviting them to be allured with what they have been encouraged to see. Cont. Next Page
"The Other Vanessa 2" Mixed Media, 45"x30"
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Brown continues to use her voice for women on a positive note, traveling the world and exhibiting the beauty, grace, and playfulness that is welcome when safe space is created. As an artist, she has gained significant recognition for her vibrant
personality and her ingenuity with performance and film.
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"These Thoughts" Mixed Media, 45"x60"
"These Things" Mixed Media, 45"x60"
"Relative Relativity" Mixed Media, 60"x45"
"Constantly Craving" Mixed Media, 60"x45"
Charlie Lim C
by Steve Joel
harlie Lim is a Singapore based photographer, fine-art veteran, and an art director whose professional career spans over four decades. Lim has pushed the boundaries of conventional photography; His work consists of a broad spectrum of subjects including portraits, products, and aerial photographs. As a visual artist, Lim is an innovator and connoisseur, whose works are a reflection of his creative ingenuity and imagination. His most celebrated creation is what he calls “talking walls,” personalized mixed media works which can be printed on pretty much everything including glass, leather, wood, and glass. Apart from his original talking walls, Lim also dabbles in a stylistic art form called “light paintography” which Cont. Next Page
"Bride" Canvas, 40"x30"
"My Dancing Wife" Canvas, 30"x40"
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"Bianca" Canvas, 30"x40"
"Two Good Brothers" Canvas, 40"x30"
"Grandma" Canvas, 30"x40"
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"Mother And Child" Canvas, 30"x40"
is a unique form of paintography. He uses light to put his subject on canvas; the result is a light and shadow effect on photographs giving them the appearance of oil paintings. “My Dancing Wife� is an example of his aweinspiring portraits. The piece captures a woman in a graceful dance. The work is lush and vivid with color as the light effects of his paintography give an entirely new, almost mystical form to the portrait. The piece is immersive and animated, capturing the eye of the viewer effortlessly. The light paintography technique enhances the general outlook of the painting. Lim is an accomplished artist and whose works have received much acclaim and co nt i n u e to a p p e a l to m a ny p e o p l e worldwide. He is both a creator and innovator who will settle for nothing to create his works.
"Artist Father And Daughter" Canvas, 30"x40"
For more info visit:
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Craig Frankowski
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"Corner Scream" Oil On Sculpted/Stretched Canvases Made By The Artist Solidly Linked Together To Fit A Corner, 18"x24" & 14"x18" by Steve Joel
or well over eight years, Craig Frankowski has delivered vibrant oil paintings using flowers as his primary subject. He adds his unique twist to each of his pieces by using freeform canvases, a technique he developed to better express his creative ideas. Frankowski is undoubtedly a master of colors as evinced by his stunning floral still-life paintings that showcase the depth and dimensionality akin to only the most proficient in painting. He has also sharpened his line and shape forming technique to enhance the realism of his floral depictions. As mentioned before, Frankowski has adopted an eccentric method of stretching
"Escape Into The Hole" Oil On 2 Sculpted/Stretched Canvases, 54"x38"
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"Iris Trilogy" Oil On Sculpted/Stretched Canvas Made From 3 Canvases Solidly Constructed As One Piece, 23"x34"x3"
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"Ornamental Orchids" Oil On Sculpted/Stretched Canvas Made From 5 Canvases, 37"x37"x4"
"Inside/Outside" 2 Stretched/Wrapped Canvases, 30"x36"
his canvases, building them into various shapes, thicknesses, and beautiful design to augment his works to excellent effect. His canvases may be triangular, rounded, tapered or conjoined to exhibit his works in different perspectives. Furthermore, he
"Pipe Dreams" Oil On Stretched/Wrapped Canvas 48"x38"x3.5" To 1"
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uses LED lights and sometimes even windows to embellish his works. The occasional use of glitter in his paintings is also a dominant characteristic that adds flare to the floral figures. Cont. Next Page
"Metallic Hybrids" Oil On Canvas With Small Amounts Of Glitter, 56"x35"
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"Nectar Motherlode" Oil On Canvas, 54.5"x42"x2.25"
Craig Frankowski has developed a distinctive technique that mostly incorporates cubism with elements of realism in his works. The pieces are a somewhat dynamic approach to traditional still-life painting that explores visual dimensions and aspects of painting that were previously untapped. The keen attention to detail and meticulous methodology coupled with his diverse canvas forms give viewers
"Candy Pop Flowers" Oil On Stretched/Wrapped/Sculpted Canvas, 16"x20"
unmatched experience and perception of the subject on a whole other level. For more info contact:
alternut_@hotmail.com
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"What A Prick" Oil On Streched/Sculpted Canvas, 21"x31"x3"
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Daniel McKinley
"A Portrait Of Flowers" Oil On Canvas, 26"x30"
“This is as close to myself that I can give to you, and what I am giving to you is my all. Every painting is a part of me. A part that I, myself, have never known until it appeared on the canvas. This is the only place where I am able to be free. This is the only place where I am able to be myself. To look at my work is to know who I am. So tell me, what do you think.” - Daniel McKinley
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by Yadira Roman
aniel Mckinley's unfettered freedom takes shape in the form of brilliant paintings he diligently creates. Mckinley’s technique can be described as simplistic elegance. Using oil, he conveys his emotions, daily experiences and past events in perfectly contrived colors and forms, using familiar settings in ones daily life as his subject. His elements are worldly and relatable though he sometimes dabbles with eclectic, imaginative forms. What is noticed in most of his work is his complete mastery of the gradient blending technique and a particular emphasis on light. He uses this to add to the reality of his paintings but not so much as to erase the imaginative and dreamlike aspects of his compositions. McKinley intends to awaken his audience within each setting; he paints over time, through layers, adding dimension and powerful contrast in each composition. This aspect of his creative process is in connection to his message for his audience to the Cont. Next Page
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"The Seekers" Oil On Canvas, 48"x56"
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"An Invitation To Ascend" Oil On Canvas, 48"x56"
"Far Away" Oil On Canvas, 30"x40"
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"Panel" Oil On Canvas, 84"x40"
"Sky Blue Water" Oil On Canvas, 34"x40"
various dimensions they are living in. To hope that they too discover a path into freedom he feels has been taken away. In "The Seekers" his audience experiences the overlapping of color through light and layers, standing as a guiding force for the human figures depicted as the seekers. His works are a reflection of his being, an unexplored part of him unfamiliar to himself until he begins to paint. As he excellently puts it, he considers himself "truly free and himself when in his painting trance."
For more info visit:
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"An Empty Room" Oil On Canvas, 48"x56"
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Dave Weindorf
"Mosaic”, Acrylic Enamel & Watercolor On Paper, 22"x30"
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by Steve Joel
merican born a r t i s t D av e Weindorf is a proficient self taught abstract expressionist who has received numerous accolades for his works. His creativity is fueled by a profound interest in ancient history particularly Egyptian hieroglyphics and decrepit ruins whose roots trace back to his early childhood. He skillfully uses bold colors, tracing eclectic patterns and s h a p e s t h a t b o r row f ro m a n c i e n t hieroglyphics, cave paintings and runes adding a contemporary edge to them. Weindorf’s work is a fusion of modern art form with ancient influences to create pieces rich in contextual variety and royal elegance. Cont. Next Page
"The Pianist", Acrylic Enamel & Watercolor On Canvas, 24"x30"
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"Forgotten Man" Acrylic Enamel, Gold & Watercolor On Canvas, 40"x30"
"Elephant Man" Acrylic Enamel & Watercolor On Canvas, 40"x30"
"Prehistoric Fish", Acrylic Enamel, Stain & Watercolor On Canvas, 42"x80"
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"Zodiac", Acrylic Enamel, Glazing & Watercolor On Clay Panel, 48"x36"
Weindorf’s artworks are rife with mystery and symbolism to purposely stir emotion and thought. “Prehistoric Fish” is a depiction of a skeletal fish similar to the paintings of ancient cave dwellers surrounded by different runes. The various hues of vibrant blue strokes add fluidity to the background and animation to the piece. It jolts the user into an age-old time where humanity was in its infancy, a connection of ancient times with contemporary lifestyles in a beautiful display of artistry and storytelling. David Weindorf evokes a strong physical presence in his work and a showcasing of mastery in his technique.
For more info contact:
daveweindorf@gmail.com Phone: +1 616-723-2571
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"Timeline To Wealth", Acrylic Enamel, Stain & Watercolor On Canvas, 30"x20"
David Whitfield
"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
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he full potential of watercolors and acrylics on canvas is realized in David Whitfield’s magnificent works that push the boundary of creativity and imagination. Born in England, Whitfield had a long stint with cartography and professional nursing before he settled on painting as his career choice. Using acrylic on canvas as his preferred medium, Whitfield’s skillfully creates gestural figure painting though he previously focused on surrealistic art A unique characteristic of Whitfield’s work is boundless imagination. He contrives buzzing paintings, consisting of images within images in a flurry of color. Human elements are a prominent feature of Whitfield’s works, these figures transition from real to unreal in a brilliant display of vibrant colors, superimposing or sometimes contrasting each other in a kind of dream-like trance. Cont. Next Page
"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
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"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
The elements vary in size and dimension and may take natural stances or transmogrify into surreal beings. Each piece tells a story of challenge and change, a desperate plea by the artist to avert humanity from complacency and banality. His brushstrokes are careful and diligent yet intentionally and frivolous to allow his free, intuitive spirit to take part in contriving his works. As the figures present themselves to the viewers, a most striking and mysterious emotional connection is
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instantly established. It is almost like a gateway to another universe where colors have the freedom to mobilize and animate, reminding us of the reality of change and the spontaneity of human emotion.
For more info visit:
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"Untitled", Acrylic On Canvas, 40"x30" 2017
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Gianfranco “John” Gambardella
"Arlecchino Di Venezia" Acrylic On Canvas, 30"x30"
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talian artist Gianfranco “John” Gambardella worked for the Australian Federal Services for forty four years before retiring and focusing on his greatest passion, visual art. A predominantly self -taught artist, Gambardella has dabbled with various techniques and mediums, adapting to and developing new styles on his journey. He has developed his unique fusion of realism and fantasy, incorporating mythological figures into his works which reflect his day-to-day fine art practice. Cont. Next Page
"Monoliths Of Dockland" Oil On Canvas" 40"x40"
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"Knight Attack" Acrylic On Canvas, 72"x48"
"Morning Walk Through Piazza San Marco, Venice" Mixed Medium On Canvas, 40"x34"
In “Knight Attack,” two Pegasus horses descend from a dark cloudy sky to land on a chess board, spilling some of the chess pieces in the act. “Morning Walkthrough Piazza San Marco, Venice” is a monochromatic piece by Gambardella which recalls a memory in Venice, Italy. Observers can’t help but appreciate and acknowledge the use of dark tones in various shades to enhance realism and depth in the painting. The presence of the Italian buildings is telling of his native origin and his predisposition for realism.
"Road Train- Outback NT" Oil On Canvas, 40"x40"
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"Finding Space - Docklands" Acrylic On Canvas, 36"x49"
Gambardella has earned respect and attention from the international scene, making a very soughtÂafter artist worldwide.
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"Lighting Strike (The Bolte Bridge)" Oil On Canvas, 40"x40"
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Glil
"GLIL Self Portait"
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by Steve Joel
lil has adopted a unique and eccentric art form that involves the use of recycled material to bring brilliant images to life. Using thousands of recycled paper, Glil intricately reconstructs familiar images including local and international celebrities and various figureheads. His work is a harmonious frenzy of color and shape, giving us a view of known figures in a new light. His pieces are an explosion of expression; lending renewed life and vigor to a previously wasted material. His choice of medium is versatile, limitless and brings out the best of his creativity. Glil’s works shroud the
"Bruce Lee" Recycled Paper Collage, 33.5"x22.5"
"Harley Quinn - 7 Feet Poster" Street Art, 12.5"x8.5"
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streets of London, touching the mind and soul of every onlooker lucky enough to catch a glimpse of his work. The reincarnation of singer, songwriter, and music legend David Bowie, is adorned with vibrant colors and spangled patterns in the artist’s collage titled "David Bowie.” The piece is lush and vivid, with the contrasting white background that enhances the piece’s visuals.
"Frida Kahlo" Recycled Paper Collage, 12.5"x8.5"
"David Bowie 3" Recycled Paper Collage, 12.5"x8.5"
The shoulder and head rendition of David Bowie’s portrait is an agglomeration of various images including colored pencils and fiery images for his hair and magazine cutouts and reused portraits to form his body. Similar to “David Bowie,” “Frida Kahlo” is an appreciation of the Mexican artist in the same chaotic harmony of multicolored materials to express his creative intuition. Frida Kahlo is rendered in brilliant flowers, skulls, spacemen and even dogs to form a dazzling spectacle for observers. The creative genius of Glil lives on in wasted materials that often seem to be of little value until they take up new lives in his brilliant pieces. Cont. Next Page
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"Keith Richards" Recycled Paper Collage, 12.5"x8.5"
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"Beatles (Abbey Road)" Recycled Paper Collage, 16.5"x12.5"
For more info visit:
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"Tupac - 3 Feet Poster" Recycled Paper Collage & Street Art, 12.5"x8.5"
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Grady Zeeman
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outh Africa world-renowned artist Grady Zeeman explores her love for fashion and people in her mesmerizing works as she explores the dynamics of human emotions and the intricacies of human beings. As she weaves through the complexity of feelings, Zeeman focuses on the visage of the subjects of her paintings, conveying deep emotions and underlying thoughts in their facial features. At times her work explores blissfull feelings with a strong expressive drive that stems from the heart.
"I Am Prepared" Mixed Media,39.5"x29.5"
Be it nudes or faces, Zeeman’s human subject is rife with stunning visuals which effortlessly draw the gaze of an observer to her subject elements. Immediately, an intimate familiarity between her audience and the figures are established. Her works are an inaudible call for attention and understanding, stirring emotions that range from empathy and sympathy to affection and cheerfulness. Her technique is elegant with careful wet-on-wet strokes and diligent lighting that make her pieces lifelike. “I Am A Unique Child Of The Universe” is an appreciation of her talents and abilities which, in an expansion, is a reflection of our uniqueness and individuality in the universe. This piece shows a naked woman hunched on a seat, in a pensive and relaxed pose, whose expression reads satisfaction. The background is a buzz of green hues with yellow hints which represent a fruiting tree, an allegory to the blooming and growth of oneself. Cont. Next Page
"I Am Loved" Mixed Media, 39.5"x29.5"
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"I Allow Myself Freedom" Mixed Media,39.5"x29.5"
"I Am In The Presence Of Greatness" Mixed Media, 39.5"x29.5"
"I Am Unique Child Of The Universe" Mixed Media, 39.5"x29.5"
"I Am At Ease" Mixed Media, 39.5"x29.5"
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"I Am Equinamous" Mixed Media, 39.5"x29.5"
“I am At Ease� takes on a similar approach to the previous painting in that it involves a naked person hunched on a seat. This piece differs in certain aspects, namely the facial expression, posture, and background. Representing the ultimate satisfaction and love of oneself as he or she was created. The painting represents the liberation of oneself from
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societal expectations and norms and finding happiness in your uniqueness. For more info contact:
grady@gradyzart.co.za
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Gülcan Karadağ
"Birth" Oil & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 38.1"x51.1"
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urkish born contemporary artist Gülcan Karadağ has an affinity for lush, vivid colors and geometric spirals. She explores various themes in her work, mainly tradition and culture of the lost Mu civilizations. Her compositions are a buzz of color that seamlessly transition in hues in various blends. Lighting and adequate shading give an enhanced effect of realism and dimension to the pieces. A technique she has proficiently mastered is gradient blending which she can accomplish in various strokes both subtle and bold. Embedded in her art is a deeply-rooted desire to wonder and intrigue while sharing her most creative ingenuity and intimate emotions. Her pieces are a showcase of personal experiences, tradition, and imagination. “Dervish” not only highlights the Dervish culture but also gives us a glimpse into Karadağ’s surrealism and creative genius. The composition immerses the viewer in a blissful trancelike state 78
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while simultaneously expounding on an age old culture and tradition. Diverting from Sufi tradition, “Touch” takes a more intimate approach to the subject matter. The piece is a union of soul and color in a splendid display that strikes the heart most unexpectedly. We were able to connect with Karadağ and ask about her current journey as an artist. What had you chosen the current works you're sharing with us in this publication? “My themes are the reflections of my inner journey on canvas. My inner journey is basically to question. I am the observer of humans who questioned conscious of existence and drew conclusions; I then reach my own conclusions and reflect them on canvas. I feel that every little particle and every movement in the universe deserve to be accepted by love. The whirling dervish embraces the universe as a whole and is able to meet with his/her own spirit. I wanted people who would be looking at my works to feel the intensity and depth of this inner journey toward discovering own self.” www.arttourinternational.com
"Triptych" Oil & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 43.4"x78.7"
What has been your source of inspiration in this past year?
exists, discovered and produced within light or darkness.”
“I do not think that I change my approach over the years. I try to introduce an original and innovative perspective to the journey between birth and death. I attempt to observe and analyze the foundations on which absolute beauty rises. I run after beauty that
In what ways has your work recently transitioned?
"Continuity And Change" Oil On Canvas, 66.1"x27.5"
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“There is continuity in my works. However, my analytical approach has probably become bolder and more radical.” Cont. Next Page
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What words of inspiration do you want to give artists looking to make a change through their work? “I do not think that the artist aims to make a change. The artist is a dissident and does not have a mission of making a change. However, their approach may set examples for the society. All artists should continue to produce in full freedom. The world would have been a better place if everyone had been able to integrate their perspective with the artist's perspective.�
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"Dervish (Salutation)" Oil On Canvas, 51.1"x38.1"
"Divine Love" Oil & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 70.8"x47.2"
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"Touch" Oil On Canvas, 51.1"x38.1"
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Hanna Supetran
"Music Of The Universe" Oil On Canvas, 24"x30"
“I believe a painting influences one’s mood and state of mind. In an instant, a painting can shift a feeling from restlessness to calmness, from a feeling of sadness to a feeling of hopefulness, from a feeling of pain to a feeling of love. Arts speak to the heart, it speak straight to the soul.” - Hanna Supetran
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azzling colors are interspersed in an elegant frenzy and an almost tangible imaginative trance created by contemporary artist Hanna Supetran. Her works are a play on freedom, particularly of expression, love, and enjoyment. Her audience can’t help but appreciate the poetry and raw energy emanating from her pieces. Colors are arraigned in a perfect symphony and playful prose to portray her skilled artistry. Supetran is an intuitive and versatile artist whose works explore the scopes of surrealism and abstraction as a means of expression. Every stroke is a revelation of unbridled magic that culminates collectively at the end of each process to create her pieces. “Beauty in Diversity” is as lucid as the title itself. The painting explores the magic that is diversity in a wide array of brilliant colors. The sophisticated nature of the piece elaborates the complication of differences that Cont. Next Page
"Seasons Of Love" Oil On Canvas, 24"x20"
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"Expression Of The Soul" Oil On Canvas, 24"x36"
"Beauty In Diversity" Oil On Canvas, 48"x48"
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"Strength In Diversity" Oil On Canvas, 48"x48"
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"Insights" Oil On Canvas, 24"x30"
work together to accomplish greatness, “Insights” serves to awaken concealed emotions as well as mesmerize and intrigue. As the title suggests, this piece is a delineation of her perspective on insights, a furtive understanding of the general ideas of connection. Her natural, vivid colors transition from smooth color blends to chipped, chaotic color forms and ultimately back to the seamless blends. “Trail Back to Love” is telling of the countless path that we are often confronted with when seeking love. The warm, affectionate colors waltz on canvas telling a story that is expressive, unapologetic, relatable and overwhelming. Viewers are confronted with familiar feelings that are a reflection of the essence of our beings. Her playful approach to art makes her work both warm and cheerful. For more info contact:
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hannasupetran.artspan.com "Trail Back To Love" Oil On Canvas, 24"x36"
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Jodie Blaney
"Morning Hike" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x18"
“One of my greatest joys as an artist is pushing the boundaries between realism and abstraction. Stylized compositions and bold colours create a whimsical and joyful interpretation of the landscape.” - Jodie Blaney
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odie Blaney draws inspiration from Iconic Canadian artists whose works form the meshwork of her beautiful compositions. Though her paintings are rooted in reality, Blaney adopts a frivolous interpretation that breaches the bounds of what is initially seen. Her works scream raw unchained energy, perfect harmony and balance. They are a cohesive blur of realism and abstraction, binding geometrical shapes and patterns with natural forms to collectively create her piece. Blaney has an innate knack for color and style to emphasize her interpretation of the natural energies that pervade our space. Her works are intriguing and aweinspiring. Trees and native surroundings may take up undulating shapes in her works. “Waiting for Spring” is a perfect example of her proficiency and prowess in her artistic capacity. The piece that is largely drawn from memory depicts an alluring snow-covered landscape 84
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"Waiting For Spring" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x24"
"Westcoast Autumn 1" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x48"
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"Westcoast Splendour" Acrylic On Canvas, 36"x48"
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"Forest Walk" Acrylic On Canvas, 36"x40"
littered with bare, barren trees on the verge of spring. The piece is both moving and reminiscent, instantly creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere for the viewer to delve in. Aspects of cubism such as cool lighting and perspective take center stage in her work. In light of these cubism ideals, Blaney puts vibrancy and creativity on display on “Moonlight Falls� which shows a peaceful waterfall cascading down rugged terrain to an audience of fecund trees and a lush environment. Peace and calm is once
again a dominant emotion stirred by this piece. Blaney is an incredible artist whose works put reality and imagination together in a show of vibrancy and immersion.
"Garibaldi Hike" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x24"
"Autumn Feast 1" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x24"
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Jorge Rivas
orge Rivas presents us again his "NeuroOptical contemplative art, a different way to see a work of art through sight, but actively participating in the realization of the work, using sight as the best means of projection and brain as a store of shapes and colors, achieving effects of relaxation and activation of ultrasensory perception, using the circle shape, to recreate a visual field, full of colorful and infinite spaces that interact in a form of optical illusion, achieving states of relaxation and spiritual elevation is a combination of the art of movement posed by the Futurists in their Manifesto of 1909 with Marinetti at the Head and the later ideas of Josef Albers related to the interaction of color, which is based on the development of sight and The brain is able to perceive the colors and their behavior when they interact with other colors and the changes that are made in them. They produce in their different enlightening facets, from perceptive states that seek maximum infinite pleasure in color, his
frequent visits to museums ,Observing day by day the great Works they exhibit, have inspired creativity within it, producing unique aesthetically brilliant works and good personal. His paintings made in a traditional way, acrylics or oils on canvas and conceived to be contemplated as a form of relaxation and spiritual healing. If we look at the most recent works by Rivas, we can observe that as you observe the works with attention and concentration, a state of Phosphenism is produced, which leads us to an infinite contemplative journey of relaxation and reflection. Jorge Rivas has taken his Neuro-Optical works to the New York Fairs 2017 and 2018 also. Paris,Pekin,Berlin and the Other Art Fair of Saatchi Gallery in Brooklyn, where they have attracted a lot of attention and achieved a great success of visitors. We do not hesitate to say that Jorge Rivas' NeuroOptical painting will have its place and great recognition in the shortest time expected . For more info contact:
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"Diptico, Neuro-Optical� Acrylic On Canvas, 12"x24" 2017
"Diptico, Neuro-Optical� Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x48" 2017
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Karen Rolfes
"Sailing In Spring" Oil On Canvas, 24"x36”
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ward-winning impressionist artist Karen Rolfes creates whimsical works inspired in her natural surroundings. Her skillful use of color with palette knife application of the pigment directly onto the canvas ads drama and a theatrical effect to her works. With a thriving artistic career that expands for over seventeen years, Karen has produced a remarkably diverse portfolio of works influenced by her emotional experiences. Her paintings depict natural elements including landscapes, waterscapes and domestic animals in a hypnotic palette of vibrant colors and simultaneous contrast. Her technique is wistful; playful strokes are used to create brilliant textures using a palette knife that brings flair to her works. Initially introduced to this technique by renown French impressionist Pierre Bittar, Karen has also dedicated time to study the works of Claude Monet among other impressionist old masters. “The palette knife becomes an extension of my arm, giving me the ability to play with the paint and create what I want in different ways.” 88
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"Color In A Vase" Oil On Canvas, 24"x20"
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"Make My Day” Oil On Canvas, 24"x24"
"Live Large” Oil On Canvas, 48"x48"
Karen Rolfes discovered her love of painting at the age of 40 years old while she was recovering from spinal fusion surgery. A self-taught artist, Karen draws great inspiration from her family background in arts and acknowledges that her journey as an artist has also been influenced by her grandfather Gene Greiwe and uncle Robert Griewe, also artists.
adding her personal touch to enhance the already beautiful scenes.
Her passion is further fueled by her undying love for nature and a profound passion for art. Her work is a re-interpretation of nature as she perceives it,
“You Are My Sunshine” is a welcoming still life of a flower garden in lush and vivid colors. The prevailing atmosphere is warm and pleasant and reminiscent of a care-free spring where flowers are in full bloom and plants thrive in the wonderful conditions. “Sailing In Spring” is likewise a blissful piece that radiates warm energy and breathes life to the observer. A vast expanse of beautiful sea with a Cont. Next Page
"You Are My Sunshine" Oil On Canvas, 30"x48"
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"Show Your Stuff" Oil On Canvas, 48"x48"
single sailing boat at the center makes up the background of this beautiful work. The centerpiece of the work is a batch of alluring floral motifs christened in bright, beautiful colors. Kare Rolfes works have been exhibited all over the United States. Passionate to re-create what she sees in nature, Karen Rolfes uses the canvas to convey her message always keeping in consideration value, hue, and perspective. She creates her paintings in her gallery/studio in Cincinnati, Ohio where she welcomes guests and collectors.
"Tender Trees" Oil On Canvas, 30"x15"
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"Best In Blue" Oil On Canvas, 30"x40"
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Kimberly Berg
"Ova Moon" Pastel, 26"x19"
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imberly Berg is an American artist who creates mesmerizing paintings taking the female figure as his subject-matter. His works focus on the feminine essence of the human being, and he refers to himself as a “male, feminist artist� who wishes to voice both beauty of the female figure as well as the mysticism connected with the feminine embodiment. Berg’s works are predominantly figurative concerning depiction, incorporating realistic drawing which acts as the backbone of the composition presented to the viewer. He also frequently avoids an overburdened background, a feature which aims to elevate the figure depicted as the sole protagonist of the composition and avoid excess information. The chromatic palette utilized focuses on darker, crisp tones that enhance the mystical atmosphere which is one of the main elements in his work. Berg uses color to connect his audience to the natural elements in relation to his subjects, "Ova Moon" is a welcoming representation as he uses green hues to elevate a sense of abundance and nurture as the essence of the moon is one of many symbolic figures of the feminine self. The figure of a pregnant woman standing in connection to what appears as leaves behind her, as one www.arttourinternational.com
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"Goddess I" Pastel, 26"x19"
"Blue Lumina V" Pastel, 26"x19"
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"Free For All" Pastel, 40"x30"
"Stepping Into The New Millennium" Mixed, 40"x30"
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"Paleolithic Buddha" Mixed, 26"x19"
of his many metaphors for women empowerment, honor, and light. Berg’s staple metaphorical "Ova Moon" is part of the Creatress series, a display of the many faces, and stages of pregnancy, and the creation of life itself.
thus structuring a cohesive representation of mysticism and knowledge of color technique.
All these elements are the essential characteristics in the work of Berg, with the rest of his pieces focusing on similar patterns and always introducing even more ideas within his thematic background,
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Manuella Muerner Marioni
"Brainstorming" Acrylic With CD's On Canvas, 23.5"x31.5" 2011
"In my work, my purpose is to break away from the stringent order of society, to unleash tensions and to bring about a vivid confrontation with the issues of form and color." - Manuella Muerner Marioni
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anuella Muerner Marioni breaks from the stringent convention of societal norms, to confront and explore shape, color and form to unleash tensions that impact the heart profoundly and purposefully. Using contradiction as her primary tool of expression, Muerner Marioni challenges the fundamental concepts of art by uniting order and opposition in a mutually enhancing form. As a mixed media artist and sculptor, Manuella Muerner Marioni makes use of various mediums to convey her message. These include oil and acrylic on canvas, chalk, various reflective elements and even compact disks in some of her more adventurous works. Her paintings are figurative, incorporating human figures in most of her pieces. Her technique is skillful, carefully lending her strokes the much-needed levity they deserve. Her creations are vibrant and vivid and gesture at the human interpretation of the physical world. Her approach to art is accosting.
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"Fresh Inspire" Acrylic On Canvas, 7.9"x7.9" 2015
"Metamorphosis Of Golden Torso" Acrylic On Canvas, 23.5"x18" 2010
"Solartorso" Acrylic With Spectrum Glass Splitters On Canvas, 40"x30" 2010
Manuella Muerner Marioni's sculptures and mixedmedia paintings take their inspiration from fashion and design more than traditional works of art. Her compositions are sensual and playful. Imbued with every element of her works is an urge to challenge the ordinary. This is seen in “Metamorphosis” the brilliant colors are eye-catching, while the playful strokes create patterns that add to the adorning effects. Similarly, “Metamorphosis of Golden Torso” is a display of bold colors in whimsical strokes that create a bodacious torso. The background is a blend of dark red hues stained with scribbled strokes of various colors primarily white and blue. Whether the painting stirs emotions or provokes thought is up to the viewer's interpretation. Cont. Next Page
"Torso Gold" Mirror-Sculpture, 19.7"x7.9"x11.8" 2010
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"Mermaid" Acrylic With Little Blue Stones On Canvas, 40"x30" 2013
"Fashion Show" Acrylic With Microchips On Canvas, 21.5"x18" 2012
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Mae Jeon
"Streaming Hope" Digital Art On Canvas, 25"x42"
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ew York-based Korean born artist Mae Jeon introduces her experimental work, based on a creative exploration of the digital medium rooted from her background in graphic design. Using florals as her central motifs, she creates digital images that put the flowers in abstraction. Her works are contemplative, keen to provoke thought and meditation. The frailty and fragility of flowers are a reflection of her emotional state, and a vessel to communicate her ideas to her audience. She hopes her images invoke hope to the viewers apart from stirring their curiosity. Cont. Next Page
“My artwork is the combination of intuition and discovery within the digital medium. I create the digital image by incorporating a flower with abstraction. By combining floral images within synthetic environments, I transform an emotional and spiritual vocabulary to a pictorial image of art.� - Mae Jeon www.arttourinternational.com
"Flying Soul" Digital Art On Metal, 30" Dia
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"Willing Mind" Digital Art On Canvas, 24"x20"
Her floral depictions are striking, exhibiting soft colors to incredible effect. Apart from the lush flower petals, the backgrounds are also a buzz of color and pattern. The background may reflect the mood of the artist during the creative process. Her
colors are mostly a blend of warm and cool tones sometimes juxtaposed with vibrant hues to convey her ideas effectively.
"Intercession" Digital Art On Canvas, 18"x42"
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"Wishes" Digital Art On Metal, 20" Dia
"Goodness" Digital Art On Metal, 20" Dia
As she explores the intricacies of her emotions and materializes them in beautiful digital alterations, Jeon keeps the viewer at the center of it all, hoping to spread hope and cheer to all who appreciate her amazing works.
For more info contact:
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""Heavenly Triumph" Digital Art On Canvas, 40"x30"
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Nicholas Teetelli
"Crucero" Digital Photograph, 10"x18"
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or over 40 years, Nicholas Teetelli has been committed to capturing masterful memories in digital format. The American photographer has a profound passion for engraving beautiful scenery in the form of fine art prints. Using Leica cameras and lenses as his primary tools of the trade, Teetelli explores the natural beauty and the magic of the physical environment in his photographs. He uses Adobe LightRoom, a digital altering computer program, to emphasize features of the photographs that draw him in the most.
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"African Dusk II" Digital Photograph, 12"x12"
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"Quintessential Cuba IX" Digital Photograph, 20"x27"
"There is much beauty to behold in this world: moments that the eye captures, the wonders it sees... moments that should be committed to perpetual memory, but sadly only to become fragments of a faded recollection, or more often, simply forgotten. I draw inspiration to record these timeless and special moments, to capture them in my mind's eye, and through my lens, transforming each image so that I can share them with others in the hope they, too, may see what I see, and find equal enjoyment." - Nicholas Teetelli "Victoria's Grace" Digital Photograph, 18"x18"
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"The Inca II" Digital Photograph, 13"x13"
"Mind Games VIII" Digital Photograph, 20"x20"
Teetelli draws his inspiration from his travels to places all around the world. These many excursions have placed him in a wide array of environments, cultures, traditions and people, which form the foundation of his photographic philosophy. Teetelli’s motives are to not only capture what is often perceived as beautiful, but to forever enshrine those moments in his photographic work. His works are not just spatial, but timeless, a retelling of heartstriking experiences, that by extension, may stir
memories, like “Crucero,” which relives moments in communist Cuba. This piece is both telling and reflective, as Teetelli succeeds in bringing out the most prominent and eye-catching features of the image using digital alterations. This shot is an aerial view of a vintage American convertible from the 60s, with plush red seats and orange candy paint. The subject is juxtaposed with the monochrome background that enhances the centerpiece’s color and motion. Nicholas Teetelli’s photographs tell a story of fascination, appreciation, reminiscence and culture.
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"Lollipop III" Digital Photograph, 25"x25"
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Randi Solin
"Magnolia Bud" Glass, 30"x18"x10"
"My optics serve as the window into my coloration process; into the ‘soul’ of a piece, allowing the viewer to peer into its interior life, like the rings of a tree. All of my pieces are intellectually created on that notion, that with each finished work a history is revealed" - Randi F. Solin
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he magnificent works of American artist Randi F. Solin showcase a perfect harmony of color, shape, form, simultaneous contrast, and a very vivid imagination. They can be found on permanent collections of The White House, The United States Embassies in Algeria, Guinea, Praia, Mauritania and Benin, Africa, Guatemala, and Paraguay. Randi Solin explores an unconventional form of art which involves bringing a vibrant, painterly effect on her geometric glass forms. Through a challenging and labor-intensive process, Solin captures the fluidity of molten glass, preserving its elegant motion down to its cooled solidified form. Her style is unique and inventive, as she takes a creative and almost daring approach to each of Cont. Next Page
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"Sedona" Glass, 14"x10"x4"
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"Green Camo" Glass, 7.5"x8.5"
"Miro" Glass, 15"x8"x6"
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"Breathe" Glass, 13"x13"x3"
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her glass subjects. Her colors are mystical and dreamlike, fusing with the transparency of glass to create stunning visual effects. Solin’s unique style borrows from American studio glass art movement and traditional Venetian glass blowing techniques to come up with her approach. Her tools include cane, frit, glass powder and a painter’s palette. Her pieces are built upon meticulous layering of colors to create incredible one of a kind pieces. “Green Camo” is a brilliant display of Solin’s artistic talent. Her largest piece in the “Emperor Bowl” series, “Green Camo” is a one of a kind, free-form glass piece that is blown by hand. The piece incorporates five shades of green in beautiful shards and layering of gold to top it all off. “Pashmina Cintura” is a piece in her “Window Series” which utilizes a colorful background palette. The piece is a free-blown glass off the pipe complete with cork paddles and creased with a blade made specifically for the crafting purpose. Solin’s creations are diligent and meticulous, capturing the eye of the viewer instantly. For more info contact:
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www.solinglass.com "Pashmina Cintura" Glass, 16.5"x12"x8"
"Maglione" Glass, 9.5"x18.5"x5"
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Stephanie Holznecht
"Passionate Moments" Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x48"
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tephanie Holznecht made a transition from realism to abstract expressionism using acrylic on canvas as her primary tool of expression. Originally from the Southeast Coast of England, she has achieved great strides in the arts scene; her works are a raw expression of creative energy, an unbridled form of genius that pronounces itself in bold strokes of vivid colors. Holznecht uses heavy acrylic in combination with mediums including tempera, wax charcoal, Indian ink and even light acrylic, the result are vibrant colorful compositions dancing with movement and simultaneous contrast. The white part of the canvas forms an integral part of these pieces, contrasting the bold colors with the grounding essence of the white background. Holznecht’s work embodies her artistic freedom; her pieces portray fluid forms that represent her perception of the unseen forces that unknowingly form the fabric of our physical environment. In addition to her mixed media creations, she also works with a particular kind of acrylic called fluid acrylic which requires a great deal of skill and Cont. Next Page
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"Inspiration" Acrylic, Fluid Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint, 48"x36"
"Fan Fare" Acrylic, Fluid Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x36"
"Sparks Of Happiness" Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x36"
“I invest in the creation of a piece of art to convey what I have inside: my thinking, my emotions, my life, my essence and my soul. It is also a way I can reach my own desires and essential demands out of life. The inspiration that I take from experiencing life creates a feeling that continues to inspire me. I don’t think, as an artist, that is something I could ever lose.” - Stephanie Holznecht
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"Conflicting Emotions" Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x48"
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concentration to work into a creative piece properly. The challenging medium, however, guarantees a different result in every part. Stephanie Holznecht usually works on three to four canvases simultaneously, allowing her spirit and emotions to flow freely into her works. She draws much of her inspiration from emotion and her perception of the surrounding environment. Holznecht paints with her audience in mind, hoping to stir emotions and evoke curiosity in every soul that looks into her work.
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www.scholznecht.com "Sweet Dreams" Acrylic, Fluid Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x36"
"Celebration" Acrylic, Tempera And Latex Paint On Canvas, 36"x36"
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Ron Baird
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anadian artist Ron Baird has been regularly appointed to create monumental sculptures all across Canada. His works are an appreciation and celebration of the accomplishments of others, often inspired by the compelling and intriguing beauty of nature. His installations represent a commanding aesthetic form, sculpture in the context of architecture. Despite their size and massive weight, many of Cont. Next Page
"Mirror Stone" Stainless Steel, 96"x48"x36"
"Spirit Catcher" Corten, 864"x948"x300"
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"Sea Serpent" Kinetic, Stainless Steel
them are naturally kinetic, moving in the wind, while others are interactive, light responsive and make musical sounds. Lately, his projects have been executed in stainless steel, a medium he loves for its “versatility, permanence, and when polished, its chameleon-like ability to take on the changing colors that surround it.� His art bestows a sense of inclusion, strengthening connections between people and place. It celebrates the social, historical and cultural threads of the community, and honors both natural and urban environments. These include fountains, murals, sculptural landmarks for world fairs, art galleries, "Mantis Queen" Kinetic, Stainless Steel, 276"x144"x96"
"Ghost Train" Stainless Steel & ABS, 516"x156"x120"
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"The Wave" Stainless Steel, 1296"x276"x168"
hospitals, parks and public gardens. The pieces highlight a strong sense of context, invoking in every viewer a feeling of belonging and fostering strength and a sense of communal identity. “Mantis Queen” is a brilliant showcasing of Baird’s sculpting talent. The sevenmeter tall structure glistens majestically, while his towering “Spirit Catcher," at 24 meters high and made of welded corten steel, was inspired by the spiritual totems of Canada's indigenous people. It was originally commissioned for Expo '86, and is now the logo for the city of Barrie Ontario, dominating its shoreline. Baird has executed over 300 public, corporate and private commissions in Canada, the U.S., and the United Kingdom. Recently honored by the Lake Simcoe Conservation Fdn., and the Canada 150 Outstanding Citizen Award, 2017, Baird continues to dedicate his talent and time to community and environmental causes. He was thrilled to be invited to exhibit at la Venezia Biennale, Italy, 2018.
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"My Fair Lady" Stainless Steel, 108"x30"x24"
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Steve Lyons
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"Women And The Universe" Acrylic On Canvas, 48"x72"
teve Lyons is honored for his international recognition as one of the top abstract expressionist painters in the world. After a life of painting, he was “discovered” in 2011 selling his seascape paintings on scrap lumber off his front porch. Called “Memento Paintings,” these small studies served to help him re-invent the ancient Italian “impasto” technique into what cultural writers call “sculpted paintings.” Today he employs this technique of heightened dimensionality on canvas to create a bridge between abstraction and representation. His work is a culmination of freedom and curiosity as he explores a wide array of themes illuminating the canvas with emotion as he tackles themes that are relative to nature, human emotion and society at large. Lyons incorporates natural elements in his paintings, coupling colors that are reflective of the mood or “story” he wishes to convey. His versatility in creating a range of image and styles astounds art lovers and collectors alike as it often incorporates acrylic, oil, watercolor and gold, silver and copper leaf. “Each painting has its own story to tell and thus, I employ whatever media necessary to allow the creation to speak.” 112
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"Fleeing Damascus" Acrylic & Graphite On Canvas, 60"x40"
"The Whores Of Babylon" Acrylic On Canvas, 48"x36"
"Blue Garden" Acrylic & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 36"x24"
His canvases can be highly emotional, which originates from core values. “I try to live my life – and use my career to help others, emotionally or financially, from family to friends to strangers. Because of that, I often use my art to convey and trigger emotional connections, especially those related to politics, such as the refugee crisis.” Politics related to human suffering ignites his passion.
“I honestly do not understand how the world sits by and watches the travesties against refugees unfold,” he states. “Each nation has originated a reason for limiting assistance to innocent men, women and children desperate to flee the very oppressions. The atrocities seem limitless, and it is heartbreaking. And to think we are now tearing families apart at borders is unconscionable.” Cont. Next Page
"As Morning Awakens" Acrylic & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 30"x48"
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"Lone Breaker #2" Acrylic On Canvas, 24"x72"
His painting, “Fleeing Damascus”, deals with the refugee crisis, telling of the chaos and discord as various colors come together to delineate two human adults holding infants in their arms as they flee their oppressive situation. Their expression is fear and as tense as the title suggests, and even in photos stirs curiosity and discussion among viewers In a class of its own, “Under Your Spell” is an excellent showcasing of Lyons’ expertise. He predominantly uses blue hues in a dripping technique with circular elements, including mirrors, which invites the viewer to become “part of the art.” The piece delves the viewer into a mystical trance that brings out previously unexplored feelings. The atmosphere evoked is calm, placid and pleasant, almost akin to viewing a vast expanse of the sea
under the light of the full moon triggering intellectual and introspective thought. Lyons is a multiple award winning artist who has braved many obstacles to become the master creator that he is today. His works are a rare treasure for art critics and collectors worldwide. In 2018, his work will be seen throughout Europe at exhibitions in Sitges, Spain, Moscow and Madrid. In October, Lyons’ work will be presented by Princess Elletra Marconi of Italy at her Palace Bologna, then at the Palace Borghese in Rome. For more info visit:
www.stevelyonsart.com
"Under Your Spell" Acrylic & Gold Leaf On Canvas, 40"x40"
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Bali
“The Island Of The Gods” “A Journey With Hélène DeSerres”
by Viviana Puello Photography Helene DeSerres Copyright © 2018 Helene DeSserres
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ali is a beautiful island paradise of rolling rice paddies, tropical rainforest, and colossal volcanoes. The Island of the Gods offers great beaches, fantastic natural sites, and colorful ceremonies. However, Bali is much more than that; there is a unique essence, something authentic, that has inspired visitors from all over the world for decades. Capturing the essence of Bali with stunning images, Canadian fine art photographer Hélène DeSerres explores the way of life and cultural aspects of the island. These photographs are a depiction of the day-to-day activities of the local people and their cultural heritage, devoid of any pretense or embellishment. Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Hélène DeSerres is recognized globally as a painter, photographer, and sculptor. She has captured some of the most distinctive subjects from around the world, regularly flying to remarkable sites to photograph them.
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DeSerres has devoted much of her work to advocate for the environment and the protection of endangered species. Natural landscapes, majestic creatures, and bold pigments are prominent features of her work as a p a i n t e r , a n d t h e m e s r e l at e d to e nv i ro n m e nt a l co n s e r vat i o n h a s inspired many of her series. Her photographic work focuses on cultural preservation and offers her audience insights into the treasured and profoundly honored ways of life that can be found in cultures all around the world. There is a notable presence of age transition and gender balance in each photograph, with a particular concentration on the facial expressions of her subjects to highlight emotion and presence. In these stunning images, DeSerres has captured the spirit, beauty, and variety offered by Balinese dancers. Balinese dance represents an ancient, dynamic, angular, and intensely expressive tradition. Dancers express the stories of dance-drama through bodily gestures, including gestures of fingers, hands, head, and eyes. There is a great richness of dance forms and styles in Bali, most of them connected to Hindu rituals.
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These eye-catching images invite the viewer on a journey of exploration into the Balinese culture, immortalized by a photographic document serving as a living memory of this precious world of personal purity, religious devotion, and authenticity.
For more info visit:
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Silty Art
"Vestrahorn" By Finnur P. Fróðason Museum Grade Paper Print, 28"x41"
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ilty Art is an art agency dedicated to providing a connected environment for growing and established artists, giving them a platform to showcase their works, learn from other artists and grow in their practice. The agency's primary focus is visual arts including portraiture, impressionism, abstract expressionism, landscape paintings and more. With a new online exhibition set to be unveiled in May, Silty Art gives us a glimpse of what to expect with sample works from their most proficient artists.
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"Compassion Planet" By Solveig Edda Vilhjálmsdottir Oil On Canvas, 20"x24"
"Bats And Ambrellas" By Victor G. Cilia Gouache On Paper, 39"x28"
"Vestrahorn" for instance is a depiction of the beautiful serrated mountain of The Gabbro ranges in Iceland. The landscape is delicately captured by professional photographer, Finnur P. Frodason, himself a native of Iceland. Apart from influential photography, Silty Art features works from various art authorities in Iceland and around the globe. Artists to be showcased include Victor G. Cilia, who explores tradition and nature in erratic symmetrical forms and mechanical shapes in his unique abstract work, and sculptor and painter, Tomas Malmberg, who will also display his most celebrated paintings and
sculptures in the online exhibition. Creating a platform to unite, and expand artists is what the agency continues to do.
"Nostalgia" By Alexander A.M. Museum Grade Paper Print, 14"x26"
For more info contact:
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www.siltyart.com "Icelandic Fantasy Lava Fields" By Tomas Malmberg Ink On Paper, 14"x26"
"Kerlingarfjöll" By Finnur P. Fróðason Museum Grade Paper Print, 28"x41"
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Tomas Malmberg
"Shapes Unseen" Mazonite And Acrylic Paint On Canvas, 12"x12"
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omas Malmberg is an Icelandic artist, and a goldsmith with unmatched and unique style in his artwork. Since childhood, he has been creating enchanting works that have been shown and sold both in Iceland and abroad.Mixing bold long strokes with minor details in artwork that ranges from the smallest necklace to massive wall- sculptures that would fit in a surreal dream or simply in an alien high class society. For more info visit:
www.tmalmberg.com
"Shapes Unseen" Mazonite And Acrylic Paint On Canvas, 12"x12"
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"Untitled" Private Collection" Mazonite And Acrylic Paint On Canvas, 35"x18"
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Victor G. Cilia
"Windy Day” Oil On Canvas, 59"x59"
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nspired by ancient ornamental traditions and nature Victor G. Cilia balances his artwork effortlessly between symmetrical patterns, biological forms and modern mechanical shapes creating a world where you can get lost in endless patterns or fall into spirals. With amazing sense for details and steady hand he paints
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"Fission” Pastel On Paper, 39"x28"
in a way making his artwork look like huge three-dimensional objects from or like something you would see under an electron microscope. For more info visit:
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"My Mother In A Hot Tub” Oil On Canvas, 47"x35"
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"Brilliant Star� Wood & Acrylic, 40"
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n a special moment of meditation, I got the inspiration of the Golden Sun. Since 1999 they have been exhibited are worldwide in over 40 countries. This is the basis of my work. The message I share with the world, is that every human being is a bright sun and in the lifetime, everyone meets again and
"Golden Morning" Wood & Acrylic, 40"
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again clouds of sorrow and trouble. But if they are aware of their inner light, the clouds will go away. For more info contact:
ra.sonnenlicht@yahoo.at
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"Cosmic Kiss� Wood & Acrylic, 40"
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Therese Boisclair
"Enchanted Forest" Acrylic On Tissue Paper, 30”x40”
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nspired by a desire to express the beauty of the natural world, Thérèse Boisclair captures the atmospheric sensations of landscapes in alluring abstract works of art. The artist enjoys combining the bold colors of acrylic to achieve myriad textures, unexpected patterns, and translucent effects. About her current focus on painting on tissue paper, she explains, “The textures, bold
"Reaching For The Stars" Acrylic On Tissue Paper, 36"x18"
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co l o r s , l i g h t a n d t ra n s p a r e n cy continue to fascinate me.” Boisclair’s abstract landscapes have been seen in numerous exhibitions in Canada, Europe and the U.S. Her work can be found in many private and public collections throughout the world. For more info contact:
info@tboisclair.com
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"Springtime" Acrylic On Tissue Paper, 24”x30”
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Aydar Khusainov
"Night In City" Oil On Canvas, 24"x31"
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"Order" Oil On Canvas, 31"x24"
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work, though his primary medium is oil paint on canvas. As an artist, Khushainov is a prolific painter, having painted over 100 works since he began oil painting.
"Trevel" Oil On Canvas, 28"x20"
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"Happy Country" Oil On Canvas, 24"x31"
"Tree of Love" is a testament to the artists' touch in abstract expressionism and mastery of color as well as a unique technique. The predominant feature in the piece is a blue cross shrouded in vibrant colors and distinct patterns. Thin light strokes with just the right gradient blending and shading add depth to these patterns and also emphasizes his uniqueness. "Space of realization" is a different approach to painting, being both a landscape visual and an
"Tree Of Love" Oil On Canvas, 42.4"x39.3"
expression of emotions. Dark colors with a tinge of some warm and cools are what dominantly pervade this creative space. The viewer is immersed in a completely different environment, familiar yet evasive. For more info contact:
aydarkhusainov@yandex.ru
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"Interaction Of Civilizations" Oil On Canvas, 31.5"x47.2"
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Judith Gale “Reflections of my deep passion for nature captivated me towards discovering the infinite intricacies found in living things. This intrigue led me below the waters into the fascinating world of marine life. The architectural details, in the home where these molluscan animals dwell possess an abundance of diversity. I have spotlighted this beauty through close examination interlaced with imagination.� - Judith Gale
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merican environmentalist and artist Judith Gale uses mixed media to bring forth chromatic abstract compositions of symbols representing her mission to protect marine life. They come together on canvas to create an exotic and lively experience similar to what you would feel while looking at sea shells which is where she gets most of her inspiration from. Gale's love for mollusks came as a result of spending a lot of time on her father's mollusk collection. She models her work on how mother nature can create unique and intricate patterns on
"Sieve" Mixed Media On Canvas, 23"x30" 2018
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some of the most overlooked yet beautiful creatures. A lot of her work is designed to stimulate young minds interested in the ocean conservation which is why she incorporates a lot of maritime subjects into her work. She starts with the general patterns of the shells using light colors then makes the micro patterns larger and more prominent to 'bring out the richness of nature which needs protecting.' The oceans are suffering due to acidification which is killing many delicate mollusks in the ocean, and Gale uses her art as a unique way to raise
"Conus V" Mixed Media On Canvas, 58"x40" 2017
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awareness. When asked about her new piece 'Cymbiola Nobilis,' she talks about how she was inspired by a small sea snail of the same name, and how she loved the way its free flowing lines traveled all across the shell which it hides in. She knew exactly how she would render its patterns onto canvas the moment she saw it. Gale exhibits a joyful sense of raw compassion towards our planet, and she hones into her calling in honoring it through her art.
For more info contact:
info@judithgalemont.com
www.judithgalemont.com
"Cymbiola Nobilis" Mixed Media On Canvas, 27"x50" 2018
"Voluta Amoria" Mixed Media On Canvas, 33"x60" 2017
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Lucy Mattos
"A Nice Meal? - Restaurant" Mannequin, Plates, Glasses, Acrylic Pizza, Cellphones, Tablet, 160"x160"x80" 2018
"Every activity I accomplish is full of passion and love, and I hope people can feel that every time they stand up in front of one of my masterpieces." - Lucy Mattos
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xhibiting the feminine figure by s u r p a s s i n g traditional techniques, Argentinian master artist a n d p ro f e s s o r L u c y Mattos creates mesmerizing works of art that showcase references to her roots with imaging of flora and fauna, drawing parallels to the memories of the natural vegetation in her childhood. Her sculptures are elaborate and engaging showcasing a solid sense of line, proportion and form with expressive use of color.
From monumental sculptures to artistic jewelry, Mattos carefully orchestrated compositions are an interplay between shape, reflectivity, color, proportion, and flow. With masterful use of materials such as bronze, silver, wood, white metal, acrylics, stone, alabaster, polyester resin, and natural fibers, Mattos creates sculptures of sinuous curves, sharp contours, flowing lines, dynamic forms, and smooth surfaces, depicting the human figure. Welcoming her audience to a paradigm shift, "Pendulum of Life" is a striking example of Mattos' brilliance as it incorporates a new form of previously unexplored art. The structure is an intertwining of a blue and red bar that emanates
"Celebration Of Life" Installation With Baby Dolls In Acrylic Spheres, Variable Size 2017
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"Pendulum Of Life" Coloured Polyester Resin, Leds, Paint, Pendulum, 67"x60" 2017
"Untitled" Installation, Polystyren And Polyester Resin, 82"x60"x60" 2018
dazzling light. Mattos creates structures with neon running all through it. A technique she invented and developed that she has famously entitled "TransLight-Intra-Light-Neon," (polyester intraluz), where visually bright light is emitted from the sculpture. A passionate researcher who has traveled for studies in Europe, Africa, Asia, America and Oceania, Lucy Mattos delivers art that triggers transformation to her audience addressing cultural matters that affect our universal society. Her works include art installations, inevitably reverting to nature. A powerful catalyst for social awareness, and a source of inspiration to her viewers. For more info contact:
info@museolucymattos.com
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"Enough!" Bronze With Green Patina Finish, 8"x23"x15" 2016
"Decision" Wax Modeling, Bronze Casting With Green Patina Finish, 9"x10"x13" 2015
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Lawrence R. Armstrong
"Stalk" Layered Metal/Acrylic, 33"x53"x5"
“My work, both in Art and Architecture, is an ongoing exploration of the concept of Layers. I have always been aware of and fascinated by Layers in the Natural and Built Environment. Layers in Space and Time. Layers in Intellect, in Emotion. Synthesis and Interpenetration of Form, of Solid and Void, of Chaos and Order, Simplicity and Complexity.� -Lawrence R. Armstrong
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awrence Armstrong is an award-winning American contemporary artist who uses his knowledge and creativity in architecture to create masterful works. He gets inspiration from flashes of light that appear to him spontaneously which are triggered by sensory influences. The unannounced inspirations are derived from the natural environment, a r c h i t e c t d raw i n g s , pieces of music and his numerous travel experiences all over the world. He presents his work in small series and the pieces frequently come out in rapid succession after the first flash. Armstrong's paintings and sculptures represent the ongoing tension that exists between opposing forces. The
opposing forces may be along the themes of emotion, intellect, and paradigms such as chaos and order, solid and void, simplicity and complexity, shapes among many others; all of which are fascinated by the natural and built environment and the forces in space and time. The layered vision work is ongoing scrutiny of the concept of layers. Armstrong explores the depth of layers by connecting visual essentials through color, form, shapes, and texture. He uses unique d et a i l s to g ra b t h e attention of viewers by highlighting elements that were buried in the background. In 'Gestalt' and 'Stalk,' Armstrong explores the concept of layers between two opposing shapes. In both of these works, the two opposite forms "Gestalt 3.0" Layered Metal, 47"x50"x6"
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exist in perfect harmony with the square being the dominant one. Many pieces of the layered vision work involve the square shapes drawn in bold black colors. In this series, Armstrong shows the concept of shapes, how they can interact and intersect to create harmony and beauty. Armstrong has made an impact both in the business world and in art. He is a celebrated creator who uses his passion for highlighting his experiences of society.
"Caddis" Layered Metal/Acrylic, 30"x67"x3"
For more info contact:
lraart@waremalcomb.com
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"Red Flash" Iphone Sketch Metal, 22"x28"x1"
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"Glow Mist" Iphone Sketch Metal, 22"x28"x1"
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Zohar Wallach
"Layers� Sand, Pigments, Minerals On Canvas, 50"x30"
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anadian mixed media artist Zohar Wallach's professional art career started in 1998 when she moved to Canada after completing her arts degree in Haifa University, Israel. Her unique style using methodical movements to create abstract imagery of layers inspired by patterns, geological forms, and biological elements has earned her multiple awards. Zohar's art strives to connect visual essentials through color, texture, and rhythm. She uses her bare hands to modify and determine the course of her image adding new pigments, peeling and distressing each layer as she moves along. Her inspiration comes from mother nature and how it interacts with humans. In one of her works, "Flowing," she uses mixed media, pigments, sand, and acrylics to create a vibrant composition with skillful use of light, color, form, and movement.
"Flowing� Acrylics And Plaster On Canvas, 48"x36"
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"Alive� Sand, Pigments, Minerals On Canvas, 36"x36"
Wallach offers the viewer a myriad of beautiful imagery that reflects natural forces; her paintings involve transformation and change making her works be sought after by major companies in the corporate world as well as private individuals.
For more info contact:
zohar@shaw.ca
zoharwallach.com
"Verve� Sand, Pigments, Minerals On Canvas, 48"x40"
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Adelita Medina during her interview for the show “Art Settlers”
Adelita Medina With Zenaida Mendez, Director Of MNN El Barrio Firehouse Commnuity Media Center And Viviana Puello, ATIM Editor-in-Chief
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ew Mexico multimedia artist and social justice and peace activist Adelita Michelle M e d i n a h a s b e e n t h e vo i c e o f h e r community in shining a light on social issues through her writing. As a freelance journalist, Medina has published articles on a variety of topics, including workers', immigrants', veterans’, and women’s rights, women’s health & safety, business, and arts and culture. Throughout her career, she has taken a stand against racism, fought for the conservation of our planet, and protested against the genocide of Native Americans and our country’s continued obsession with war and militarism. With her powerful words, as well as images of leading figures in the Native American community, her multimedia works tell a unique story. Medina grew up in northern New Mexico but moved to New York City in 1975 where she studied and worked for 25 years. In 2004 she returned to her
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hometown of Ranchitos. After retiring in 2014, Adelita Michelle Medina turned to visual arts and began her exploration of watercolors, a medium she had never tried before. As a young person growing up in a devoutly Catholic home, the artist loved drawing with colored pencils and produced many religious images at home and school. The last presidential
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election and its aftermath of negative rhetoric and dangerous policies prompted her to vent and otherwise communicate her fears and hopes through her art. Medina's first series "We the People/El Pueblo Unido for Peace, Justice and Mother Earth" was exhibited at the Luisa Capetillo Gallery of MNN El Barrio Fire House in New York this past April. Zenaida Mendez, Director of MNN El Barrio Firehouse Community Media Center, directed the opening ceremony of the exhibition. The opening night and presentation of the artist were broadcast for the TV show "Art Settlers." The artist was presented via an interview conducted by Viviana Puello, ATIM Editor-in-Chief and guest host for the show. This was a moment of honor for Medina, who has dedicated a significant portion of her life to her mission as an activist writing about important issues. Medina's work included strong images and words countering racism, degradation of our planet, genocide against Native Americans, and our country’s continued obsession with war and militarism. This exhibit was Medina's first leap into her nowactive role in the contemporary art industry and was an example of how Medina combines her passions to raise social awareness of various issues. Triggered by the previous presidential election, Medina used art as a tool as well as an expression of her desire to find peace and hope.
For more info watch the full interview:
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Create 4 Peace Uniting Artists Worldwide Create4Peace teamed up with ArtTour International Magazine for a weekend of celebration and awards in the heart of New York City. During three days of events that touched the hearts of art lovers in the city of New York, over sixty artists from forty nations reunited to give voice to their messages of peace.
by Yadira Roman
On April 27th, 2018 sixty artists received awards at the New York Museum Of Arts and Design. The ATIM Masters Awards are presented in recognition of excellence in the arts and career achievements. Receiving one of these awards marks an important step in an artist’s career. The award recipients are chosen from ATIM’s Top 60 Masters of Contemporary Art, an annual publication featuring sixty incredible artists who are the best of the best in the contemporary art world. It is curated by the internationally acclaimed art personality, Viviana
Puello, the founder and editor-in-chief of ArtTour International Magazine and fournder of Create4Peace. Artist ‘Messengers of Peace’ received an award to acknowledge their creativity to make an impact in the social construction of their communities. Create4Peace also presented a special award to inspiring femaile leaders in the community, Ana Ofelia Rodriguez, Director of Community Development BHC, Zenaida Mendez, Director of MNN El Barrio Firehouse Commnity Media Center and Joyce Adewumi, founder of the New York African Cont. Page 140
Hema Takhur - India
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Fatima Al Obaidi- Iraq
O Yemi Tubi - Nigeria
Nadia Sirry - Egypt
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Jani Jan J, Sweden
Grammy-winning American soprano Ilana Davidson enchanted the public with her crystalline voice
Barbara Tyler Ahlfield - USA
Shifra Leviathan - Israel
The public enjoyed the prerformiance of local artists who joined the event to support Create4Peace. Photo: Elaine Tejeda during her
Louise Giblin, UK
From left to right: Sveta Long - Russia, Brian Rock - Ireland, Helen Kagan - USA
From left to right: Ana Ofelia Rodriguez, Dir. of Community Development BHC, Zenaida Mendez, Dir. - Â MNN El Barrio Firehouse Commnity Media Center and Joyce Adewumi - Founder of the NY African Chorus Ensemble, Chairperson for the Arts and Culture Committee in Manhattan Community Board 9 and Vice President of the 30th Precinct Community Council.
Andrea Leite - Brazil
Jessica Sallay-Carrington - Canada
RenĂŠe Bellavance - Canada
Create4Peace founder and Editor-in-Chief of ArtTour International Viviana Puello and ATIM Managing Editor Yadira Roman enjoying the presentation
Susan N. McCoulough - USA Subod Maheshwari and her family - India
Jani Jan J - Austria
Cristina Maya Caetano, Portugal
Anette Tan - China
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R.W. Bud Lichtenwalner - USA
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Chorus Ensemble, the chairperson for the Arts and Culture Committee in Manhattan Community Board 9 and the vice president of the 30th Precinct Community Council, recipients of the inspiration award for their contribution to arts and culture in the community. After a gala night of celebration, the artists gathered for brunch the following morning at MNN El Barrio Firehouse Community Media Center to share their message live for the ArtTour International Show, which airs every Thursday at 5:30 pm through MNN Spectrum 1993. Together they reached an international audience before ending the weekend at The Rio Gallery in Manhattan for the Create4Peace exhibition. Over 650 guests were present at the Create4Peace exhibition, which included over 150 pieces of work, all communicating a thought-provoking message for change. The artists exhibited various styles to express themselves on the many serious issues facing our world today, unifying their efforts to promote human and animal rights, environmental conservation, and world peace. The event included live performances of dance and song evoking a sense of unity across various cultures, celebrating life itself, hand in hand.
Dana Milik - USA
Erika Lawrence - USA
Howard Harris - USA
Daphne Anastassiou - Chile
Thomas T. Thomas- USA
Lynn LeTourneau - USA
Sigmund Nyberg- Norway
Sana Doumet - Israel
Hanna Fluk - Israel
Michelle Larsen - USA
Ed Moret - USA
Ellen Hegg - Norway
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Create4Peace is a non-profit organization founded to reduce the transgenerational transmission of pain and suffering, utilizing art to impact people's imaginations and creativity in order to transmit love, peace, and personal responsibility. With the presence of more than sixty artists from over forty countries, this exhibition represented the first steps in uniting and reawakening a sense of universal connection within the international art community. Create4Peace is providing a platform for international artists to express and take action on their social concerns – by allowing people to voice their truth through the arts, this platform is a true beacon of light.
Hema Thakur - India
Cornelia Steckhan- Germany Varda Breger - Israel
Betty Collier - Australia
Curated by Viviana Puello Published by ArtTour International Publications Artwork on the cover: “Fear has a lot of faces” Pencil On Board, by Katrin Alvarez
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Above: The ATIM Top 60 Masters publication featuring all awarded artists.
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From Left To Right: Viviana Puello, Maria Zaroui Office Of The Chef De Cabinet Executive Office Of The Secretary-General United Nations
Jim Fitzpatrick - USA
From left to right: Shifra Levyathan - Israel, Donna Bonin - Canada
It’s all about falling in love with the universe and making choices from that point of love. We are united to inspire, transform, and raise our collective consciousness to higher levels of awareness. We are beacons of light, and together we can do extraordinary things, bringing peace to our planet can be one them. Let's enter the field of infinite possibilities and make miracles come true. :) Viviana Puello Founder Create4Peace www.create4peace.org
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