Each one of her paintings conveys a compelling story “Each one of her paintings conveys a compelling story that highlights singular moments of perception in a visually stunning fashion.” Marta Czok, Tank, 2010. Acrylic, graphite, India ink on canvas, 100cm x 200cm. Courtesy of the artist   Jill Smith Timelessness can be translated as the […]

the human form is a catalyst for exploring such themes as immateriality, metamorphosis, and transcendence. “In many of her enthralling pieces the human form is a catalyst for exploring such themes as immateriality, metamorphosis, and transcendence.” Sukhi Barber, Crystal Clear, 2009. Bronze and crystal, 15.5″ x 9″ x 9.5″ Courtesy of the artist. Author: Jill […]

“Kristina Sretkova’s illuminated works stake a claim for the romantic impulse” “With the same intensity and burning passion, Kristina Sretkova’s illuminated works stake a claim for the romantic impulse in an impressive manner.” Kristina Sretkova, Ammos, 2011. Oil on canvas, 80 x 80 cm. Courtesy of the artist.   Kristina Sretkova, Faithfulness, 2011. Oil on […]

“these works pay homage to the immaterial presence of the spiritual realm” “Her new works espouse uninhibited freedom and joy in their creation. Glowing and sensuous, these works pay homage to the immaterial presence of the spiritual realm.” Linda Ledet, Gulf Coast Magic II, 2010. Oil on canvas, 24″ x 30. Courtesy of the artist. […]

In this work, Garon creates an incredibly evocative atmosphere “In this work, Garon creates an incredibly evocative atmosphere replete with the majesty an awe of these natural phenomena.” Kristina Garon, Growing Awareness of Thoughts and Feelings 1, Acrylic on canvas, 48×36 inches, Courtesy of the artist.   Kristina Garon, Growing Awareness of Thoughts and Feelings […]

It is primarily the color, hot pink and purple, that effuses a sense of shimmering intensity “It is primarily the color, hot pink and purple, that effuses a sense of shimmering intensity, blurring any focal point.” Julie Umerle, Red/Violet, 2010. Acrylic on canvas, 60 x 60in. Courtesy of the artist.   Julie Umerle, Rose, 2010. […]

focus on quiet moments of heightened sensory perception “Immonen’s technique is incredibly mature and evocative. It requires that we slow down our hyper-mediated vision to focus on quiet moments of heightened sensory perception.”   Helka Immonen, Island 2, 2009. Oil on canvas, 81×90 cm. Courtesy of the artist. The Chinese-Japanese equivalent for the word “nature” […]

Waks views these paintings as a commentary on the kooky times Kelly Vetter, No Trans Fats. Courtesy of the artist.     Immanent Critique Joe Waks No Trans Fats and Union are part of a 14-piece series which Joe Waks labels “socio-absurdist.”  They both mix and match the ubiquitous icons and emblems present in our […]

I like to think this collection of sculpted babies, monkey’s, clowns, lobsters, and flowers is a surrealist vision Vincent Minervini, Moon Babies. Courtesy of the artist.   The Macabre Surrealist Vincent Minervini I started the series Moon Babies by casting one of a kind sculptures modeled after vintage china dolls and toys. I used soft […]

They collectively suggest that freak shows are a familiar, familial experience… Megan Gulick, Long Neck. Courtesy of the artist.       A New Family Circus Megan Gulick These works focus on a family of Freak Show entertainers, entitled Family Circus.  Together, these paintings are formal portraits of two or three family members. The Siamese […]