The Muses Live On In Collaboration of Garsot & Kagan

Forever Inspired By The Muses

“An artist creates out of nothing but himself,” wrote America’s great story teller Mario Puzo in his 1978 follow-up to The Godfather novel, Fools Die. The Spirit of Creativity reaches to the highest mountain top, to the lowest valley and every place in-between and we note this with a sense of awe as we visit these works of joy and power by two artists who, in tandem, dispel Puzo’s not entirely inaccurate theory. They create together (building from nothing to everything) joyfully knowing that every moment is a gift and the results of their process is a party, a celebration of life. This is what the work by these two artists — Sotirios Garsot & Helen Kagan — does. It gives viewers inspiration to continue on journeys in music, art, poetry, science so that these paintings of Muses become muses in themselves. In the midst of all the action, energy and excitement there is also a calm amidst the storm. Energy, seemingly running rampant, becomes an orderly co- herent statement of beauty and power in the tempest. What makes you really happy? they seem to be asking and in these paintings, we may find answers. Could it be a swirling whorl of nebulae? A beautiful woman or two? or a swatch of nature’s beauty in the form of simple fall foliage, as in leaves falling off a tree.

Martin and Lewis. Lennon and Mc- Cartney. Mantle and Maris. Rodgers and Hammerstein. Dolce and Cabana. Komar and Melamid. These are but a few of the famous duos who have impacted the culture of recent generations. Now we have Garsot and Kagan developing ArtSynergism. They have spent the better part of the past couple of years working together on a series of paintings that bring to life the beautiful daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, a collection of nine goddesses who preside over the arts and sciences — in a vibrant group of paintings.

Muses and Music consists of 10 large square works (48” x 48”), one for each

Muse with the 10th depicting the Mother of all Muses (Mnemosyne). A spectacular, double-sided screen called Muses Forever completes the series. This 8' x 10' masterpiece is certainly a show-stopper and the epitome of the work of two highly creative individuals pooling their unique talents and vision to create something that is geared to inspire the viewer on multiple levels. Thee works certainly pay respect to the creative process and the wonderful sources of inspiration known to all as Muses.

Inspired by an indefatigable spiritual longing to paint a powerful tribute to the guides who inspire the mysterious process in writers, artists, musicians, et al, Garsot & Kagan have forsaken the ego of individualism and poured their talents and visions into a singular cauldron of creativity for which they have devised a new “ism” to add to the lexicon of art world vocabulary: ArtSynergism.

Muses Forever, from 8' x 10' two-sided, three-panel screen. and action-oriented paintings spur a mindbody-spirit connection to all with the heart to give it a go. The ArtSynergists have displayed their tribute to the Muses at art fairs in New York and Miami and are currently in the process of securing future exhibitions in the US and abroad. So what does the immediate future hold for these two? One thing of which we can be certain, wherever the venue, The Muses not only captures the spotlight, but happily sheds it abroad for all who seek to improve life within and without.

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We hope our viewers will find themselves gently guided into a relaxing and embracing warmth. Our intent is that the healing vibrations of Muses and Music be a powerful soulful experience that resonates clearly to all. Collaborating with Garsot is very special — it feels as if we were meant to create art together. Our synergistic process is smooth, beautiful and healing. — HELEN KAGAN

Big Bang Series, My Happy Universes, Acrylic on canvas, 36” x 48”

Helen Kagan

HELEN KAGAN BELIEVES ART HEALS

Powerful works are a testament of her theories in action

A holistic therapist and artist, Helen Kagan PhD. brings together Fine Art, the Expressive Arts and the Art of Healing by integrating certain frequencies of color, positively charged intention, embedded spiritual messages and energetically balanced composition. “My Healing Art is a vehicle for emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being,” she states, “and can enhance healing to those in need.” Her passionate works emanate vibrations of bright colors, heavy textures, charisma and high energy; viewers can feel a sense of peace and power from them. Kagan’s paintings are internationally recognized with a growing base of collectors enjoying the multiple benefits of living with an original. She has achieved worldwide acclaim via exhibiting at Artexpo New York, Art San Diego, Miami Spectrum and Art Hamptons as well as being featured in numerous media in print and online. Recently Helen had a TV interview about her “Healing Arts” in Healthcare; and solo shows in galleries as well as in a beautiful spiritual space, All Souls Interfaith Gathering, Shelburne, VT. For Helen Kagan’s full portfolio and gallery, please visit www.helenkagan.com.

In Search Of Meaning, Acrylic canvas, 48”x 36” Collection EnergyART

Summer in Vermont, Acrylic canvas, 48” x 36” Collection ColorScapes