WETPAINT
AshAlmonte CodyHooper HuntSlonem JMRizzi MilaSketch MaleneHeerup
WETPAINT
FeaturingNewWorksbyAshAlmonte,MaleneHeerup, CodyHooper,JMRizzi,MilaSketch,&HuntSlonem
DECEMBER 6, 2024 - JANUARY 5, 2025
WETPAINT
West Chelsea Contemporary proudly presents WET PAINT, featuring fresh new works by Ash Almonte, Malene Heerup, Cody Hooper, JM Rizzi, Hunt Slonem, and Mila Sketch. This dynamic exhibition makes the world of original paintings accessible to all, offering an unmissable chance to enrich your collection with pieces that elevate your walls and redefine your living spaces Curated as an art-for-all experience, WET PAINT features an impressive selection of original works within reach for both seasoned collectors and first-time art buyers, including over 50 works under $10,000
Bringing together new collections of artwork from six leading contemporary artists, WET PAINT comprises bold brushwork, vibrant palettes, and powerful compositions Distinguished Austin artist Ash Almonte fuses expressionist mark making with figurative motifs to create mixed media pieces that radiate an infectious optimism. Esteemed Danish artist Malene Heerup combines bold colors and organic forms in her abstract compositions, creating a dynamic interplay that evokes a sense of movement and emotional depth. Local Austin abstract artist Cody Hooper’s gestural paintings encompass tactile rhythmic strokes that masterfully harness balance and evoke emotions. Dallas-based artist JM Rizzi explores the interchange between sight and sound through his gestural expressionist paintings that celebrate raw energy and spontaneity World renowned painter Hunt Slonem’s neo-expressionist paintings render birds, bunnies, and butterflies in thick, lavishly colored brush strokes. Iconic Austin muralist Mila Sketch unites intricate linework, whimsical illustrations, and augmented reality to craft enchanting narratives that explore the interplay between nature and urban life.
The fresh collection of artwork featured in WET PAINT reflects the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of contemporary art, where creativity flourishes and artists continually push the boundaries of expression. We invite you to engage with these transformative voices and let their art inspire a fresh perspective in your home. Acquire with design in mind.
ASH ALMONTE
American, b 1983
Ash Almonte seamlessly integrates abstract expressionism with figurative elements in her mixed media artworks, creating pieces that radiate optimism and energy. Drawing inspiration from vibrant color palettes, captivating music, and bold fashion, Almonte’s work is a reflection of her diverse influences and artistic vision. Her love for fashion has led to collaborations with celebrity stylists, where she has designed outfits for a prominent billboard artist and contributed to the wardrobe featured by renowned designer Sherri Hill during New York Fashion Week
Almonte’s art is distinguished by its vibrant, inviting energy, designed to bring vitality and joy into the spaces of her collectors Employing thick brushstrokes, bold hues, and a signature technique that incorporates resin and varnish, she adds a luminous quality to each piece. Her works are part of private collections worldwide and have been featured in major motion pictures, as well as on HGTV’s Bargain Mansions. Almonte’s creations continue to be showcased in exhibitions across the globe, further solidifying her reputation as a dynamic and impactful contemporary artist.
A committed philanthropist, Almonte uses her art to support charitable causes, particularly through her nonprofit organization, Hopefully Sow Dedicated to supporting teens in foster care, Hopefully Sow strives to harness the transformative power of creativity. Almonte donates 10% of all sales to further this mission and to help provide essential resources for vulnerable youth
Ash Almonte
Let There Be Light, 2024
Acrylic, collage, gold leaf, diamond dust, and resin on canvas
$29,500
60" x 120"
Ash Almonte
I Give Myself Permission, 2024
Acrylic, collage, gold leaf, and resin on canvas 60" x 48"
$11,800
Ash Almonte
Santa Fe Is Calling, 2024
Mixed media, diamond dust, acrylic, resin, and heavy dried acrylic on canvas
48" x 48"
$12,500
Ash Almonte
My Life Becomes Richer The Older I Get, 2024
Acrylic, collage, gold leaf, and diamond dust on canvas
48" x 50"
$11,800
Ash Almonte Magic, 2024
Acrylic, mixed media, and resin on canvas
48" x 48"
$9,800
Ash Almonte What You Seek, Is Seeking You, 2023
Acrylic, oil stick, resin, and diamond dust on canvas
48" x 48"
$9,800
Ash Almonte
The Golden Light, 2023
Acrylic , collage, gold leaf, and resin on canvas 60" x 48"
$11,800
Ash Almonte
Life, Love, Connection, 2024
Acrylic , collage, gold leaf, and resin on canvas
60" x 48"
$11,800
Ash Almonte
Be Yourself, 2024
Acrylic, mixed media, and resin on canvas
48" x 48"
$9,800
Ash Almonte
Back in Black
Mixed media on canvas
48" x 60"
$11,800
Ash Almonte
Figure Flowing Like Water
Mixed media on paper
30" x 22 12"
$1,700
Ash Almonte
Blue Green Butterfly on paper with pink swirl, 2023
Mixed media on paper
30" x 22"
$1,700
MALENE HEERUP
Danish, b 1964
Malene Heerup is a Danish artist born into a family of internationally renowned creatives Known for her proficiency across various artistic mediums and techniques, Heerup's work is defined by her attention to detail and an innate ability to communicate through graphic motifs, bold colors, textures, and dynamic compositions.
Drawing inspiration from an eclectic range of sources such as New York street art, floral motifs, fashion illustration, crafts, theater set design, modern dance, ethnic arts, and abstract surrealism Heerup’s work transcends traditional boundaries She creates a vibrant, imaginative world that combines the energy of urban life with the subtleties of nature and the human form. She is particularly known for her bold use of color and graphic forms that carry emotional depth and often incorporate elements of storytelling Many of her works feature motifs of the human body, faces, and nature, and they often evoke a sense of connection between the personal and the universal.
Malene Heerup’s art continues to captivate audiences globally, with her paintings and designs featured in private collections and exhibitions worldwide. Heerup's work has been exhibited internationally in New York City, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Copenhagen, Venice, Rome, Antwerpen, Gent, Luxembourg, Austin, Milano, and Miami, among others.
Malene Heerup
Printemps, Paris, 2024
Oil on canvas
59" x 47 24"
$24,000
Malene Heerup
Jeg er her, I am here, 2024 Oil on canvas
47 12" x 59"
$24,000
Malene Heerup
Dries Van Noten, Runway, 2023
Oil on canvas
35 25" x 27 25"
$8,500
Malene Heerup
Noahs Ark, 2023
Oil on canvas
47 25" x 39 25"
$14,000
Malene Heerup
Nefertiti, 2017 Oil on canvas
39 50" x 31 50"
$8,600
Malene Heerup
Timeless in Tokyo, 2014
Oil and acrylic on canvas
47 25" x 58 75"
$22,000
CODY HOOPER
American, b 1978
Abstract painter Cody Hooper grew up in North Texas and now lives and works in Austin, Texas His work blends rich textures, vibrant color, and dynamic composition
Hooper’s artistic journey began at the age of 11, when he studied under renowned Southwest Watercolor artist Barbara Hughes for five years, providing him with a foundation rooted in realism and complex layering techniques.
After years of honing his craft, Hooper transitioned to abstraction, experimenting with various mediums and pushing the boundaries of his creative expression. Today, his work is recognized for its bold combinations of contemporary and organic elements, creating a unique dialogue between sleek, modern aesthetics and weathered, textured finishes.
Hooper’s deep exploration of color, texture, and composition pervades his work and are tools through which he seeks to evoke an emotional response from the viewer. From museum-quality custom sealed wood panels, to his luxurious finishes with every detail recognized, Hooper's work today is a bold mix of styles, ranging from sleek and contemporary to weathered and organic
Throughout his career, Hooper has remained committed to exploring the emotional and visual power of abstraction, crafting art that challenges conventional perceptions while drawing viewers into a space of personal reflection and connection.
Cody Hooper
Floating Memories, 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on panel
40" x 70"
$14,000
Cody Hooper
Dreamer, 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on panel
55" x 90"
$24,000
Connected 2, 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on panel
60" x 60"
$14,000
Cody Hooper
Connected 1, 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on panel
60" x 60"
$14,000
Cody Hooper
Cody Hooper
Collective Thoughts, 2024
Acrylic on panel
36" x 36"
$5,500
Flowing Over Me, 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on panel
48" x 60"
Cody Hooper
$12,000
Cody Hooper
Familiar Connections, 2024
Acrylic on panel
48" x 48"
$9,000
Follow The Inner Voice, 2023
Acrylic and oil on panel
Cody Hooper
60" x 60"
$14,000
JM RIZZI
American
JM Rizzi is a Brooklyn-born and Dallas-based artist working in large-scale murals, public sculpture installations, and mixed-media canvases A gestural expressionist since he started writing graffiti as a teenager in 1990s NYC, Rizzi’s ever-growing conceptual practice explores the multitudinous angles to abstraction through illegal art forms and movement. Rizzi has painted murals worldwide, from Rockefeller Center in New York City to Boras, Sweden, and Shenzhen, China
Rizzi’s practice skips, slides, and glides across surfaces, leaving polished paintings in its wake His work's journey started last millennium with a looping trail of spray paint that caught a life of its own and never looked back. Rizzi's paintings are exchanges between sight and sound, encapsulating inspirations like jazz music, Motherwell, Wu-Tang Clan and Texas sunsets. These brazen arrangements ask questions only to answer them moments later an animated conversation between positive and negative space facilitated by rhythm.
JM Rizzi
Settling the Silt, 2024
Enamel on canvas, diptych 84" x 120"
$39,600
Somebody Let Me Know, 2024
Acrylic, spray paint, and ink on canvas
$30,000
JM Rizzi
66" x 112"
JM Rizzi
The Unsettling Pull of the Shadow I, 2024 Enamel on canvas
60" x 42"
$10,000
JM Rizzi
The Unsettling Pull of the Shadow II, 2024 Enamel on canvas
60" x 42"
$10,000
JM Rizzi
Evergreen, 2022
Spray paint on canvas
60" x 48 25"
$12,000
JM Rizzi
TONDO I, 2022
Mixed media on canvas
50" x 50"
$10,000
JM Rizzi Relic, 2023
Plaster, acrylic, ink, and spray paint on wood panel
42" x 42"
$8,000
Memories Etched in Rain, 2023
JM Rizzi
Plaster, acrylic, ink and spray paint on canvas
36" x 60"
$12,200
First Time Long Time 1, 2023 Ink on canvas
40" x 30" $6,300
First Time Long Time 2, 2023 Ink on canvas
40" x 30" $6,300
JM Rizzi
JM Rizzi
JM Rizzi
Unprecedentedly Alive, 2023
Spray paint on canvas
40" x 30"
$6,000
MILA SKETCH
American, b 1985
Mila Sketch is an award-winning artist based in Austin, Texas, known for her immersive and intricate artistic style that weaves together a myriad of tiny, interconnected details into expansive, global narratives. Sketch creates large-scale murals, fine art, and digital designs, each piece inviting viewers to explore a complex web of relationships between minute elements and grand, overarching structures. Her art is a journey, encouraging viewers to move from the micro to the macro, drawing them into a visual experience that is both personal and universal.
Sketch’s work has been exhibited across the United States and internationally Her diverse portfolio includes collaborations with high-profile clients such as Mazda USA, Google Fiber, SXSW, Hensel Phelps, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Sketch’s large-scale murals and digital designs can be found in prominent public and private spaces, where they continue to engage and inspire audiences worldwide In 2020, Sketch represented the state of Texas in the national art project Her Flag, a groundbreaking initiative celebrating the history and achievements of American women. Mila Sketch’s continued commitment to innovation and cultural dialogue makes her a leading figure in contemporary public art
Capture | Blooming Forward Series, 2024
Mila Sketch
Acrylic and ink on canvas
24" x 24"
$3,600
Mila Sketch
Red & Blue | Blooming Forward Series, 2024
Acrylic and ink on canvas
36" x 48"
$7,000
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Mila Sketch
City Triptych
Acrylic and ink on six birch wood panels 92" x 240"
Price on request
Mila Sketch
Flipping through the channels | Blooming Forward Series, 2023
Acrylic, ink on pressed wood
12" x 49"
$4,200
Mila Sketch
ATX: Goodbye Drum!, 2024
Acrylic and ink on canvas
48" x 60"
$15,000
HUNT SLONEM
American, b 1951
Hunt Slonem is best known for huge Neo-Expressionist oil paintings populated with rows of birds, bunnies, and butterflies, which he renders in thick, lavishly colored brushstrokes. With a career spanning over four decades, Slonem has become a leading figure in American art, celebrated for his unique visual language, exuberant use of color, and exploration of symbolism. Taking his cues from Andy Warhol’s Pop art seriality, Slonem uses repetition as a form of creative meditation that unlocks subconscious sentiment.
Slonem honed his craft at Tulane University in New Orleans and, later, at the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, where he was exposed to artists including Alice Neel and Alex Katz. Today, having garnered international acclaim, Slonem’s work belongs in over 250 esteemed collections around the world, including major institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R Guggenheim Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Würth Museum. His works are collected by U.S. Presidents and notable celebrities such as Sharon Stone, Brooke Shields, Kylie Jenner, and Jennifer Lopez Slonem's distinctive style and prolific body of work continue to inspire collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide, solidifying his place as one of the leading contemporary artists of his generation.
27" x 17" x 9"
Hunt Slonem
Prima, 2020
Blown Glass Bust
27" x 17" x 11.50"
$12,500
Hunt Slonem
Oriella, 2020
Blown Glass Bust
$12,500
Hunt Slonem Solita, 2021
Neon on aluminum sculpture
72" x 36" x 7"
$38,500
Price on request
Hunt Slonem
Hutch Pet Place, 2023
Oil on canvas
60" x 70"
Price on request
Hunt Slonem
Vanity Fair, 2018 Oil on canvas 93" x 133"
Hunt Slonem
Danube, 2023
Oil and acrylic with diamond dust on canvas
36" x 48"
$35,500
Price on request
Hunt Slonem
Whisper Tondo Monsoon, 2023 Oil on canvas
72" x 72"
Hunt Slonem
Purple Haze, 2014
Oil on canvas panel
36" x 60"
$46,200
Hunt Slonem
Hibiscus Hummingbirds, 2023
Oil on canvas
40" x 30"
$28,000
Hunt Slonem
Rosewood Diamond Dust, 2023
Oil and acrylic with diamond dust on canvas
40" x 30"
$28,000
Price on request
Hunt Slonem
Red Catelayas, 2016 Oil on canvas
44" x 77"
Hunt Slonem Morning Glories, 2018 Oil on canvas
40" x 40"
$36,850
Hunt Slonem
Catalayas, 2016 Oil on canvas
36" x 48"
$39,050
Hunt Slonem
Catelayas Elm Court, 2022
Oil on canvas
30" x 40"
$28,000
Hunt Slonem Lories, 2023
Oil on canvas
39 50" x 29 50"
$27,500
Price on request
Hunt Slonem
Abraham's Peace Plan, 2016 Oil on canvas
72" x 84"
Hunt Slonem Moon Void, 2023 Oil on canvas
46" x 32"
$32,500
Hunt Slonem
Silver Sky, 2019 Oil on canvas
30" x 40"
$28,000
Hunt Slonem
New Blue, 2019
Oil, resin, and acrylic on canvas
30" x 30"
$23,500
Hunt Slonem
Hutch Sighting, 2024
Oil on canvas
30" x 30"
$23,500
Hunt Slonem
Row 5, 2023
Oil on wood
15 50" x 36 50"
$23,500
Hunt Slonem
Bayou Teche, 2023
Oil on wood
14" x 39"
$20,000
Hunt Slonem
3 Owls Hoots, 2024
Oil on canvas
44 50" x 58 50"
$32,500
Hunt Slonem
Pink Diamond Dust, 2021
Oil and acrylic with diamond dust on canvas
30" x 40"
$28,000
Hunt Slonem
Pink Panter, 2020
Oil on wood
29 50" x 24"
$20,000
Hunt Slonem Guardians, 2022 Oil on wood
29" x 23"
$19,500
Hunt Slonem
Green Singer 80's, 2024 Oil on wood
27" x 22"
$17,750
Hunt Slonem
Lichen Owl Sighting, 2024 Oil on wood
31 25" x 23 25"
$21,500
Hunt Slonem
Toucanettes Sulphurs, 2023 Oil on wood
27" x 23"
$18,000
Hunt Slonem
2nd Field Hummingbirds, 2024 Oil on wood
19" x 28"
$17,000
Hunt Slonem Wildflowers, 2024 Oil on canvas
30" x 30"
$23,500
Hunt Slonem
Belle Terre, 2024
Oil on wood
16" x 12"
$10,500
Hunt Slonem
The Kiss, 2023 Oil on wood
15" x 18 50"
$12,000
Untitled, 2020* 12" x 9.50"
$8,250
Ultra, 2020** 10" x 8"
$7,000
Mister, 2022* 11 50" x 10" $8,250
Tinge, 2023* 10" x 8" $7,000
*Oil on wood
**Oil on panel
Forest, 2023* 12" x 10"
$8,500
10" x 8"
$7,150
, 2023* 11 50" x 9 50" $8,250
, 2023* 10" x 8" $7,000
*Oil on wood
Deep
Right
Untitled, 2017*
Harvey
*Oil on wood
Moses, 2024* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Ochre, 2023* 10" x 8" $7,000
Snow, 2023* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Pale Light, 2022*
10" x 8"
$7,000
$7,000
10" x 8" $7,000
*Oil on wood
Xacha, 2024* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Passion, 2024* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Carnation, 2023*
Lavender, 2024* 10" x 8"
10" x 8"
$7,000
10" x 8"
$7,000
10" x 8"
$7,000
,
10" x 8"
$7,000
*Oil on wood
Red Tulip, 2023*
Tulip
2023*
Grass Keet, 2023*
Halloween, 2023*
Flight, 2023*
10" x 8"
$7,000
10" x 8"
$7,000
$7,000
*Oil on wood
Lawn Party, 2023*
Peru, 2023* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Ascension Blue, 2024* 10" x 8"
*Oil on wood
Untitled, 2019*
10" x 8"
$7,000
Art, 2020* 10" x 8"
$7,000
Move, 2023* 10" x 8" $7,000
Del Mar, 2022*
10" x 8"
$7,000
$7,000
$7,000
$7,000
, 2019* 10" x 8" $7,000
*Oil on wood
**Oil and acrylic with diamond dust on wood
Basel, 2022* 10" x 8"
Buttercup, 2022* 10" x 8"
Untitled
Phlox, 2022** 10" x 8"
West Chelsea Contemporary is much more than the typical gallery. Offering worldclass art in a dynamic, interactive setting WCC produces museum-quality exhibitions year-round with programming that is free and open to the public.
West Chelsea Contemporary’s collection includes artists influential to Pop Art, Street Art, Graffiti, Post-Graffiti and contemporary art as well as tastemakers of these movements. With a local, national, and international roster of represented artists, West Chelsea Contemporary situates artwork from the primary market alongside a highly curated selection of pieces from the secondary market This novel display of represented, emerging and mid-career artists alongside Blue Chip masters increases each artist’s exposure and serves to make connections between their work.
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