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TOP CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS TO WATCH IN 2024 Ali Rouse

Jane Gottlieb

Paul Scott Malone

Amarnath Viswanath

Janet grissom

Paul Ygartua

Ana Carolina Ceramics

Jason Hannon

Pavel Stepanov

Anson Liaw

Jeong-Ah Zhang

Pompeyo Curbelo Martin

Aurelio Gaiga

Joanne Huxford

Richard Kanter

Belinda Chlouber

Judith Beale

Riitta Hellén-Vuoti

Bette Ridgeway

Kat Kleinman

Robert van de Graaf

Betty Collier

Katja Lührs

Roberto Brito

Buyong Hwang

Keith Grafton

Sabrina Villaseñor

Iris

Kenjiro Asaki

Samantha Louise Emery

Camelia Mohebi

Kodi Beverlin

Simon Hafele

Carolin Rechberg

Laura Pretto Vargas

Sodoma Xia

Caroline Reid

Lauren Forcella

Sonnhild Kost

Chan Suk On Chan Suk On

Lauren Tilley

Sotaro Takanami

Christina Mitterhuber

Laurence Antignac

Stephanie Concepción Cantù

Craig Robb

Lucia Rohrmann

Susan Platt

Daniel Freaker

Léonce Lemmens

Svetlana Cameron

Daniel Lamas

Masao Hatayama

Symona Colina Jeltema

Dita Jacobovitz

Maite Baron

Toti Cuesta

Elena Shuppo

Makoto Ambo

Wendy Cohen

Elise Bikker

Margie Kelk

Werner Max

Emiko Aida

Marija Tanaskovic

Eugene Kuperman

Papadopoulos

Fina Ferrara

Martha Ariza

Francisco Jose Pia Izquierdo

Megan Vanbuskirk

Gayle Printz

Miro Frei

Gabriele Pandiani

Mitchell Gibson

Gro Heining

Monika Casutt

Gustavs Filipsons

Nadezda Stupina

Heather McFarlin

Nahoko Komatsu O

Howard Harris

Natalie Egger

Ingemar Härdelin

Nathakorn Saengtongaram

Irina Howard

Neela Pushparaj

Ivan Kanchev

Olivia O’Neal

Jan Lowe

Patrick Joosten

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Photo: Audrey Durrell

Bette Ridgeway “My paintings are a spontaneous occurrence, born out of the experience, but maturing reflexively in the process of creation. My technique is controlled improvisation. Gravity is my medium. Images are caught with intent.”

Ridgeway’s recent awards include the 2024 Botticelli International Prize, the 2023 Leonardo DaVinci International Prize, the 2023 Michelangelo International Prize, the Caravaggio International Prize 2022, the Michelangelo International Prize 2021 and “Top 60 Contemporary Masters 2017” by Art Tour International Magazine. In addition, she won the Oxford University Alumni Prize at the “Art of the Mind” exhibition at the Chianciano Art Museum in Tuscany, Italy in 2012. She has been published in noteworthy art journals and catalogues such as Monk Magazine, United Kingdom; LandEscape Art Review Special Edition, London, UK; and the inaugural edition of the London Art Biennale 2013, London, UK. Celebrated for her large-scale, luminous poured canvases, Bette Ridgeway has devoted five decades to developing her unusual pouring technique, garnering international recognition in the process. Born in Tupper Lake, a small village in the Adirondack Mountains in New York, she has traveled the globe - studying, painting, teaching and exhibiting her work while simultaneously immersing herself in the customs and colors of diverse cultures of Africa, Australia, Europe, Asia, Mexico and South America. She studied and taught painting during lengthy stays in Antananarivo, Madagascar; Canberra, Australia; and Santiago, Chile.

Her mentor Paul Jenkins (1923-2012), the acclaimed Abstract Expressionist, encouraged the artist in 1979 to work large, eliminate subject matter and focus on color, space and time. Ridgeway followed his advice and has developed and refined her signature technique. “Color is my subject and my muse,” says Ridgeway. Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico since the mid-1990s, Ridgeway is represented by numerous galleries and has been shown in over 80 gallery and museum exhibitions internationally, including a concomitant juried exhibition at the 58th Venice Biennale, Venice, Italy.

Her work is included in many public and private collections. ”Today we can consider the artist Bette Ridgeway as the one and only true heir of Paul Jenkins: her mentor and teacher. Ridgeway’s painting is dynamic and rhythmic; like the most “enlightened” of contemporary composers, Bette traces on canvas what is her ideal score. There is a tacit harmony of color and movement which, through the elegance of the castings, leads the viewer to question the true meaning of art”. ~Dr. Salvatore Russo, Effeto Arte, Rome, Italy www.RidgewayStudio.com

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Can you tell us about your artistic background and how you got started in the world of contemporary art?

Like many artists, I raised a family and held many jobs before making the leap in 1988 to painting full time. I had been painting all my life; teaching and exhibiting my work, but never full time. This decision faces many artists.

What prompted me to make that leap?

I was introduced to the internationally renowned artist, Paul Jenkins in 1978 by Jean Kennedy Smith, the founder of the National Committee Arts for the Handicapped. I was serving as its Executive Director and CEO. Jenkins had donated a beautiful poster as a fund-raising tool for the organization. Mrs. Smith told him I was an artist and he responded by asking to see my work.

Months later, he looked at my watercolors in his NYC studio. He declared that I was a colorist, “Remove the subject matter; focus on color, time and space”. He never taught me how to accomplish this, however he was kind enough to review my slides. Remember the Kodak Carousel? I went through hundreds of miles of canvas and gallons of paint during those years. My studio was a laboratory in which to try everything without judgement.

In 1988 Jenkins reviewed my new slides and called immediately to say, “You are ready for a show”. I nearly passed out. It was thrilling.

I took my portfolio around to galleries in the Washington DC area. One beautiful contemporary gallery in Alexandria, Virginia asked to keep my portfolio overnight. Remember in those days, portfolios were photographs.

We had to shoot the painting, have the film developed and pray that the colors would come out perfectly.

To my utter surprise, that Alexandria gallery, FOTA, (which is Greek for light) called to ask if I could be ready for a show in one month. One of their artists had backed out and they needed to fill a prime-time slot. Of course I said yes. I worked around the clock to prepare 22 very large poured paintings.

At the opening, people were lined up around the block. A gorgeous invitation had been sent to the gallery’s collectors. Unbelievably, the show sold out, and that was the beginning. I learned that perseverance is almost more important than talent.

That memorable solo show in 1988 positioned me for a long and rewarding career. Jenkins continued to mentor me for several decades for which I am exceedingly grateful.

1.Your artwork was chosen for the cover of our Top Contemporary Artists to Watch in 2024 issue. How does it feel to be recognized in this way?

I am thrilled that my work was selected for your beautiful magazine. Every artist’s biggest challenge is to be seen. Throughout history, gifted minority and female artists have been overlooked by important decision-makers. In recent years efforts to reappraise their work are increasingly prevalent. It is my goal to call attention to my work executed over the last 50 years by identifying international media such as this that provides a window to be seen.

2.What does your artwork aim to say?

My art is an authentic exploration of color and emotions. The paint is poured on canvas that is draped on sup-

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ports. No easel. No brushes. The work conveys a deep sense of experimentation and intuitiveness, as well as openness to happenstance. Studies now show a profound connection of color (and sound) on our emotions. In my studio I see, first hand, how people react to the frequencies of a full range of colors. Aware of this, I intentionally create compositions and colors that lift the sprit; connecting the viewer with a memory, a thought or an emotion. They often see beyond the obvious and take a moment to reflect. Many are moved.

3.Can you describe the inspiration and concept behind the piece that was selected for the cover?

I consider “A Deeper Reflection” a breakthrough painting. I had been experimenting with metallics for a decade with little success. They often cheapen the look of a painting, so they are a challenge. With this one, I just let go.

I “fired” the critics in my head and poured the paint freely, without restraint.

I mixed pigments in various ways. Thick. Thin. Allowing sections to dry and others to remain wet as I poured into them. When, after several days, I pinned the piece on the wall, I knew it was special. It was the beginning of a new series, many of which you have featured in this magazine.

Among them, “Ride the Wind” won the Leonardo daVinci International Prize 2023, “Improv with Gold” won the Michelangelo International Prize 2023 and “The Winds of Change” garnered the Botticelli International Prize for 2024. Curators at the Effeto Arte Foundation in Rome have bestowed this praise which is very validating indeed.

4.Many contemporary artists draw from various influences and movements. Are there any particular artists or art movements that have had a significant impact on your creative process?

Paul Jenkins, obviously, and most of the Abstract Expressionists have influenced my work and my life. They include Helen Frankenthaler, Elaine and Bill De Kooning, Jackson Pollack, Joan Mitchell, Grace Hartigan, Lee Krasner and others of that mid-century timeline. It was after WWII and they were motivated to break away from European art to establish a powerful American genre. I am influenced by them, not just for the art they created, but for their strength and perseverance. Remember, since they lived through the great depression they experienced enormous financial and emotional challenges. As a group they supported one another; sharing meals, ideas and art supplies. They learned from each other, sharing ideas and critiquing one other’s work. This collegial group pushed one another to dream big.

5.The art world is constantly evolving. How do you see your work fitting into the current landscape of contemporary art, and what do you hope to contribute or challenge with your art?

My work offers a fresh look at the perpetuation of the seminal Abstract Expressionism movement. As a protégé of Paul Jenkins, I consider myself a part of this next generation and worthy of being seen as valued contributor to this truly American style and its history.

6.Are there any upcoming projects or exhibitions that you’re particularly excited about, or that you’d like to share with our readers?

I’m working on an exhibition, “In Motion”, which will open at Anticus Fine Art in Scottsdale, Arizona on January 8, 2024. Then, in September I will have a solo exhibition at the International Art Museum of America in San Francisco. Information is on my website.

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7.How do you envision your artistic journey evolving in the coming years? Are there any new directions or themes you’re eager to explore?

At this stage as an octogenarian, I am looking at my legacy. How will my work have relevance over time? The manager of my art estate will continue working with my current galleries (10) and handle exhibitions into the future. We have plans to make my work available for decades to come.

My focus is to work every day knowing that this very physical effort cannot go on forever. I’m fully committed to stay strong mentally and physically in order to keep this dream alive.

This newest work in which I have incorporated metallic pigments is truly an expression of my very own. I honestly believe that my work is entering a more complex and emotionally powerful phase. It will be interesting to see how far I can take this.

8. What advice would you give to aspiring artists who are looking to make their mark in the contemporary art world?

There are more venues than ever for emerging artists to be seen. The internet has exploded opportunities for artists. I have written a book that addresses marketing: “Talent is Just the Beginning – an Artists’ Guide to Marketing in the 21st Century” which is available on Amazon/Kindle. The important thing is to spend 50% of time creating and 50% of time marketing. Be patient and persistent. Find a mentor or coach. Someone who is successful - someone who can be totally honest with you and inspire good work.

The two most important assets an artist has are his/her name and his/her mailing list. My mantra: Network.

Network. Network.

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TWILIGHT

48x 44 inches

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SOUNDS OF THE SEA

44 x 44 inches

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JOURNEY INTO BLUE VERT

74 x 56 inches

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RIDE THE WIND BY RIDGEWAY

48 x 44 inches

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HAPPINESS

48 x 42 inches

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M O N S O O N S ( D ETAIL)

50 x 84 inches

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A GREAT DAY FOR SKY DIVING

96 x 52 inches

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MONSOONS

52 x 88 inches

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THE WINDS OF CHANGE

48 x 58 inches

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ANATOMY OF A DREAM

58 x 46 inches

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ALI ROUSE ali@alirouseart.com www.AliRouseArt.com Ali Rouse’s work conjures up an animism of distinctly shamanic qualities. The work is of the earth, using the scaffolds of life that once transported wild animal spirits. These bodies that have been partially returned to the earth by the beautiful spirit that once carried it are now reincarnated and reanimated using stones and precious metals dug from the earth and glass beads spun from the sands of time. The work presents a permanent and luminous presence of the animal/earth spirit that it celebrates. Ali weaves all of these earth elements into spectacular manifestations of animal and earth intertwined with each other, of each other and by each other.

Pyrite and Python Buffalo, beads on bone, 22 x 22 x 10

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Egyptian Goddess Bushbuck, 2023, Beads On Bone, 17 X 7 X 8

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Owyhee Jasper Longhorn, 2023, Beads On Bone, 20 X 56 X 12

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Peruvian Opal Ram, 2023, Beads On Bone, 27 X 12 X 10

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AMARNATH VISWANATH aviswanath@icloud.com

My Mission as an Artist The ability to create an unforgettable impression of a natural landscape by experimenting with color mix, is a present a painter can give to the viewers. Although all landscapes are there, the paintings promote viewers to develop their own imagination and thoughts . Most of my paintings are blue colored acrylic which is compensated with bright color mixes and the aim is to bring back some unforgettable memories presented by the nature.

Droplets 20232,Acryl On Canvas,60 X 50 CM

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El Condor Pasa 2022 Acryl On Canvas 80 X 80 CM

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ANA CAROLINA CERAMICS studio@anacarolinaceramics.com www.anacarolinaceramics.com I strive to create, through an intuitive understanding among forms, organics volumes and space, freely abstract ceramics vessels and sculptures. Fantasy and imagination are brought into the narrative, whereby the ceramics forms are to seem to be alive and to move in a world that only fantasy and imagination can reach.

The main pottery techniques, wheel-throw, slab-built, pinching and coiling are used. I explore different clays highlighting natural textures and colors on the ceramics pieces.

Keywords Process: pottery techniques, intuition, controlling proportions and organic volumes with sensibility.

Intention: fantasy, imagination, movement.

Stoneware Sculpture, 2023.

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White Stoneware Sculpture, 2023.

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ANSON LIAW ansonliawillustration@rogers.com www.liaw-anson.format.com “I feel I am useless as an artist when I am happy. Pain is what creates my artwork. The painful experiences that people go through as they journey through life in the world around us from childhood to adulthood which in many ways is full of chaos and hardship are what sparks and motivates me to possess my objectives to make purposeful artwork that hopefully generates meaningful and fulfilling empathetic connections to people. As I observe and interpret the world around me combined with creating my artwork, I discover time and time again that true beauty lies within the darkness and that sometimes nightmares are the birthplace of some of the best ideas for an artist.”

Regenerative Resilience (Version 1), 2023, Chalk Pastels On Archival Bfk Rives Printmaking And Drawing Paper And Digital, 28 X 40 Inches

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Our Children Are Our Future (Version 1), 2021, Pencil, Ink And Digital, 20 X 28 Inches

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AURELIO GAIGA aurelio.gaiga@alice.it www.aureliogaiga.it I have been painting since 1996.

Since 2018 I have been creating works that investigate the growing importance that technology has assumed and will assume more and more in our lives.I work on the deformation of images ( images of people seen in their daily lives reading a newspaper, drinking a coffee, ect... ) as in the case of television interference or digital distortions.Some of these works only present these digital distortions as if they had taken over our reality, waiting for something new, that we don’t know.

Other works present interpretations of famous paintings of the past reinterpreted and modified in this key, as if technology were erasing our past, our history, our memory, perhaps our humanity.Some works investigate current events at a political, social and economic level to demonstrate how technology can be used by authoritarian regimes and governments to limit individual freedoms.

Interference 67 - The Painter, 2023, Oil On Canvas, 120X100 CM

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Interference 69 - Michel Petrucciani, 2023, Oil On Canvas, 80X100 CM

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BELINDA CHLOUBER belindachlouber@gmail.com www.belindachlouber.com My mixed media pieces reflect on humanity’s relationship to the natural world and contemplate how we can create a shift in our collective values such that all life can thrive. I love to research contemporary issues as inspiration for my artwork.

This love has led me to understand how important it is to mitigate our climate crisis and to heal our relationship to other creatures and the natural world. My artwork is my voice in this struggle. I often remind myself of what Ernest Shackleton said, “ Optimism is true moral courage.”

To Choose, 2022. Mixed Media Acrylic On Canvas, 127 X 102 CM

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Futures, 2023. Mixed Media On Panel, 61 X 61 CM

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BETTY COLLIER thegecollier@hotmail.com www.bettycollier.com Award winning Sculptor, Painter and Illustrator in Australia, New York, USA and Florence, Italy. Betty’s love of travel to outback Australia, Galapagos, South America, Africa, Turkey and Europe has inspired her art work visually, creatively and emotionally.Betty’s Art is exhibited at Federation University, Victoria, Australia and in private collections in Australia, the USA, Italy and the Phillipines; she is also published in several Magazines and World Wide Art Books.Betty’s Art evolves around Nature and the Human Form, whether it be towards the realistic or abstracted with her Sculpture emphasising peaceful strong harmonious forms that encourage tactile responses allowing spatial awareness and undercutting.Drawing takes on a detailed textural approach, especially the moving dynamics of the Pen and Ink Owl Series which compliments the colour and patterning of her latest Butterfly and Flower Group.Media, wood, stone, bronze, steel, ink pens, watercolor.

Northern Hawk Owl, 2021, Ink Pens On Cotton Rag, 54X55CM

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Barking Owl, 2021, Ink Pens On Cotton Rag, 55X54CM

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BUYONG HWANG buyonghwang@hanmail.net www.buyong.com I ended my 33-year career as a graphic designer in 2009 and became a full-time painter, publishing over 700 oil and watercolor works on my website over the past 14 years. Since 2018, I have participated in art fairs abroad, including Paris, Venice, Milan, Istanbul, and Ankara, where I have received favorable reviews. My works delve into people’s subconscious through surreal stimuli: each silhouette has a recognizable form, but evokes a subtle sensory impulse, inviting the viewer to look deeper within and find something new. So far, I have held seven solo exhibitions on the theme of resurrection. My work affects the human subconscious by providing perceptual stimuli. My silhouette technique is very unique and the images are iconic. The action painting technique used in the background is reminiscent of the visual effects of beautiful constellations in the night sky.

Resurrection 20-72. 2020. Oil On Canvas. 90.9 X 72.7 CM

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Resurrection 22-33. 2022. Oil On Canvas. 90.9 X 72.7 CM

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CAMELIA MOHEBI camelia.mohebi@gmail.com www.camelia.mohebi.com Withdrawing from the constant barrage of mainstream media, I embraced a two-year period of introspection with binaural beats and subliminal messages, uncovering the “Divine Frequency”—a source of healing amidst today’s sensory overload.

My multidisciplinary artwork, transcending mere aesthetics, is designed to shift the energy fields of both place and observer, promoting a transformation akin to the molecular changes in water crystals observed by Dr. Masaru Emoto. This change suggests a profound ability to affect our very cells with positive affirmations. Each piece, whether a sculpture, painting, or installation, is a conduit for this healing journey, reflecting the process of self-realization and offering a mirror for both inward and outward observation. Ultimately, my artworks are not just objects but embodiments of introspection and healing, inviting viewers to engage in their own journey of self-discovery and transformation.

I Am, 2023, Wood, Acrylic Paint, Glass And Led Light Box Instilation, 140 CM X 140 CM

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I Am, 2023, Wood, Acrylic Paint, Glass And Led Light Box Instilation, 140 CM X 140 CM

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Mating Season 2, 2022, Mixed Media, Photography, Digital, Acrylic Paint And Neon Light On Canvas, 180 CM X 100 CM

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Mating Season, 2022, Mixed Media, 140 CM X 100 CM Photography , Digital, Acrylic, Wool Yarn Embroidered On Canvas,

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CAROLIN RECHBERG carolins.studio@gmail.com carolinrechberg.com ‘Alerting the senses through creating, is an opportunity to ground in the present moment.Observing with the senses provides a place, to simply feel, to rest, to breathe, to be. It is a means to communicate with the is-ness of being.Each artwork becomes its own entity, arising through and embodying the exploration with material and my own presence.

The encounter with the art process and artwork is a vehicle to harness instinct, to inspire creativity and gather awareness, information, and insight, emerging through heightened sense perception in the communion with art and presence. The recognitions which are generated transfer to a way of existence in and with life. Art is a means for me to be and become conscious’ As an interdisciplinary Artist and Art Educator (BFA, MFA, MEd), I work in Ceramics, Drawing, Installation, Illustration, Painting, Performance, Printmaking, Photography, Poetry, Sculpture, Textiles and Voice Works.

State Of Being, Drawing I Painting, Aquarelle, Charcoal And Pen On Vintage Paper, 20 X 25 CM, 2022

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Finding Stillness In The Inner Chaos, Painting, Gesso, Ink And Tempera On Raw Canvas, 203 X 304 CM, 2021

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Transitions Ii, Printmaking, Ink And Rice Paste On Mulberry Paper, 152 X 366 CM

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Marginal Man, Drawing I Painting, Aquarelle And Ink On Translucent Paper, 30 X 40 CM, 2013

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CAROLINE REID fineartstudio@carolinereidartist.com www.CarolineReidArtist.com Caroline REID is a contemporary landscape artist living and working in the alpine region of AUSTRALIA. Her work ranges from realist to abstract in style and is driven by an inner need to find peace and tranquility in the natural world as a counter to eco-despair. Her works exude almost a childlike joy in response to growing plants and seasonal changes. Her ‘Florism’ collection is painted en plein air in her garden.

Garden Riot 2023

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Flower Bed 2033

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CHAN SUK ON chansukon@gmail.com httpschansukon.com Chan Suk On likes taking photographs. Sometimes, her camera needs to be fixed. The maintenance fees are expensive.

She wants to crack down on this black box of her camera. What’s the secret inside the camera? She used a lot of strength to loosen the screws to satisfy her curiosity. She discovered small parts inside and revealed unknown things hidden in the camera. There is no connection between parts and parts. They are not geometric but are irregular shapes based on different functions. Loose pieces present when the object has no functions, does it still have value? When every small part is disassembled, like an anatomical picture, and has no function. Its beauty naturally emerges. These little parts are in her collection, and she reorganized them to make this artwork. Untie the parts and deconstruct them, let the objects display and breathe naturally, and appreciate the craftsmanship of the creator.

Loose Pieces (Red Dot Backstage), 2022

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Loose Pieces(Red Dot)01 , 2022

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CHRISTINA MITTERHUBER mitterhuber.christa@gmail.com Www.christinamitterhuber.at “Golden Flowers I”, 2022 is part of my series “Golden Flowers I - IV”, 2022. It is supposed to honor flowers in particular. ”Realize everything is connected to everything else.” (Leonardo da Vinci)

“Golden Flower I”, 2022, Oil, Glitter And Pigments On Canvas, 30 CM X 30 CM

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“Just A Try I”, 2022, Oil, Acrylic On Canvas, 30 CM X 30 CM

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CRAIG ROBB 3d@CraigRobb.com https://craigrobb.com/ American sculptor Craig Robb is well known for his craftsmanship and attention to detail. His often-oblique themes reflect a curiosity and interest in materials and objects and the stories within them. How allegory and metaphor affect a viewer’s perceptions. He does this through combining found objects or one’s he has created such as a cast iron pear. Their proximity develops into a meaningful interaction that is unique to each viewer. Robb presents his ideas by merging wood and curved steel in a formal way to make a platform for these metaphors. Composition is also an important element to his sculptures using it to focus the onlooker on his contemplations.

For Want Of A Candlestick, 2016, Wood, Steel, Acrylic, Ceramic, 45X40X13CM

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Full Of Longing This Abyss, 2014, Wood, Steel, Acrylic, Butterfly, Peach Pit, Photo, 66X61X25CM

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In The Night So Still 2023, Wood, Steel, Acrylic, Bottle, Typewriter Part, 33X58X15CM

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Like A Dog, Barking At Heaven, 2023, Wood, Lightbulb, Acrylic Cubes, Ceramic, 38X40X13CM

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DANIEL FREAKER freaker.daniel@gmail.com freakerstudio.com Daniel Freaker’s paintings sit between abstract and figurative spaces. Some details are defined where others are more suggestive and evocative. These provide a rich tapestry of interwoven processes and a textural quality to the work. There are also more unusual processes generating a sense of nostalgia about moments that are both beautiful and painful. The scenes remind us of personal experiences, where the techniques and colours bring feelings of sentiment and longing with a contemporary twist of warmth and radiance. Distortions also exaggerate the emotional significance of the moment: connection, loss, vulnerability, or loneliness… This juxtaposition between vibrance and darkness, accident and intention, order and chaos, is what makes the work memorable.

Neon Ascent, 2023. Acrylic On Canvas, 110 X 90 CM

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Quiet Thoughts, 2022. Acrylic On Canvas, 130 X 100 CM

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DANIEL LAMAS daniel.lamas.oliveira@gmail.com www.daniel.lamas.pt In these pieces, I use buttons as “paint”, using its shapes, colors and texture. These tiny (and underdogs) objects captured my attention from an early age, abundant in grandmother small village house.

Each isolated button appears to have only one functional purpose.Together by hundreds, they grow larger, become threedimensional, subvert their initial function, confusing the senses and forcing us to create more mechanisms of perception.

I reuse wood and buttons, less noble and unusual materials, mostly discarded by the industry as a by-product, labeled as “non-compliant”, “defective” and “discontinued”, thus contributing, on a tiny scale, to the urgent need of activating a more circular economy.

Hope you enjoy the images, but i always recomend to see in person ;)

Amadeo 2023

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Nina Simone 2022

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DITA JACOBOVITZ jditaj@icloud.com

These artworks are based on existing landscape, specific parts of the landscape that repeat themselves, an open landscape without construction, an unprocessed landscape, without details with the feeling of space.In the process I try to paint a beautiful landscape painting, trying to understand what beauty is, is it the color harmony or the shapes that resonate or is it the horizontal orientation and the flow that are there.The Israeli painter Uri Reisman is in this process as a source of inspiration.My motivation to paint comes from the longing for the peace found in this process of creation.The paintings are in a figurative space with a tendency to abstraction.The field of action is impressionistic even the very fact that the environment is constant and the hours and seasons change a year.For me It is important to name the artworks during the process.

Stretched Landscape ,2022 , Oil On Canvas, 120*150 CM

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Gold Mining, 2023, Oil On Paper,70*100 CM

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ELENA SHUPPO elena.shuppo@gmail.com www.elenashuppo.co.uk As an immigrant, my personal journey has been one of displacement, re-interpretation, and reconciliation – themes that are present within the ‘Shelter ‘22’ project. My current project is a reflection of my journey as a multiple-time immigrant, seeking to understand the complex emotions that have shaped my entire life. Each sculptural piece is a testament to the concept of home and its changes due to navigation through different geographical and cultural environment: I am constructing homes where I have lived, where I currently reside, where I may dwell, and where I shall never depart. The approach involves rescaling architecture and bringing selected aspects into a smaller environment, creating a seamless blend between architecture, art, and human nature. Deconstructing of architectural plans, dissociating of certain fragments, rescaling them, and reproducing in 3D bring possibility to fit into proportionally smaller spaces, such as private interiors or public space.

Roofs In Silver, 2023. Eps,Sand,Microplastic On Wooden Board, 15X21X9 CM.

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Roofs In Red, 2023. Eps, Sand, Powder Pigments On Wooden Board, 15X21X10 CM.

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ELISE BIKKER galerieelise@gmail.com www.elisebikkerartist.co.uk I regard myself a visual storyteller working across different media. I aim to strip back the subject to its bare bones, both materially and metaphorically. What I seek to capture are archetypes of universal truths which, embodied in the material, connect us to our deepest intuition and sense of meaning. My sculptural series in bronze, titled Figures of Speech, features hybrid creatures that carry a certain symbolism within their bodies. For example, The Impostor, a grouse sporting a tractor saddle as a tail, reflects on the “borrowed feathers” trope. Through their shapes, textures and gestures I aim to explore the boundaries that exist between existential states, rather than those perceived on an individual level. Besides man-animal crossovers, I am interested in the boundaries between humans and machines, both on a psychological and aesthetic level.

This is related to the topic of my recent PhD in English (University of York, 2023).

The Gift, 2013. Bronze, 18.5 X 19 CM

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The Impostor, 2021. Bronze, 54 X 51 CM

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EMIKO AIDA e.aida@tiscali.co.uk www.emikoaidaartist.com I was born in a town with a Japanese temple dedicated to the Water God in Tokyo. Water is worshipped there, and growing up, botanical gardens, woodlands, wetlands, streams and rivers surrounded me. My family practiced Buddhism and had a small temple at home next to a miniature Shinto shrine. The ringing of bells from a nearby Christian monastery and the Buddhist temple were my daily clock. I find nature to be the element I most strongly connect to, both spiritually and emotionally. Flowers embody both beauty and mathematical principles in nature, through petal count, and the arrangement of seeds with Fibonacci sequence and so on. It is a mysterious connection to a universe rule. This is why I love to produce images of flowers. I create my work with a great hope of enriching the human soul. I want to wash up the dark minds and turn them brighter with my works.

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Peony In Circle 1, 2023, Oil On Canvas, 40 X 40 CM

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EUGENE KUPERMAN kuperart@yahoo.com www.kuperart.com For Eugene, Michelangelo is his biggest inspiration in art. Eugene witnessed the greatest works by Michelangelo first hand, such as Statue of David, St.Peter’s Pieta, Sistine Chapel, Tomb of Pope Julius II, Doni Tondo, Pieta Palestrina, the unfinished Slave sculptures, Dome of St.Peter’s Basilica and more. Michelangelo serves as his greatest inspiration for his incredible sense of design and composition. In September 2019, Eugene went back to Italy for further individual studies. He experienced first hand the Medici Tombs designed by Michelangelo as well as many other invaluable Italian works of art which gave Eugene further understanding of art as well as inspiration. Since late 2014, early 2015, Eugene took a new direction in art. He took upon himself to create works of social commentary which to any extent educate, enlighten, and promote a positive change in society. Eugene Kuperman has been published in various art books, magazines, and newspapers.

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Boulevard Of Broken Dreams, 2023

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FINA FERRARA info@finaferrara.com www.finaferrara.com Mexican performance and videoartist. Her background as a professional dancer places movement as a fundamental element in her work. As a multidisciplinary artist, she creates sculpture, photography, painting, installation, video and original music pieces for her performances, collaborating with other artists as well. Disturbed by how human boundaries are often penetrated through interactions with others, violence, hatred, and abuse are stepping stones in her performances.

Through expelling these emotions, Fina questions life and social standards, highlighting our areas of discomfort. For Fina, performance is an ongoing act of collective self-evolution.

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Thing Number Six, 2022 From The Series Thing Number Five Red. Crystal Glass With Engagement Ring, Mixed Technique.

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FRANCISCO JOSE PIA IZQUIERDO fpiaizquierdo25@gmail.com nanopiaoriginalart.com Francisco José Piá Izquierdo (NANO). I was born in Bétera (Valencia) in 1969. I’m a visual artist who creates artwork from his hometown. I’m a graduate in Fine Arts, from the Sant Carles Fine Arts College, in the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV).

My work is based on the relationship between humankind and society, for this I look at current topics to give shape to my artworks, which range from painting to installation, going through sculpture and even reaching engraving.

I normally use any material depending on the technique or discipline chosen: canvas, wire, stone, water, etc. In order to do it, I get inspiration from daily life, from a word, from a song, from the paragraph of a book, from the book itself, from poems, from news or from events that happen in our society.

Through my work, I try to make society aware that another world is possible.

The Sleeping Voice, 2016. Mixed Media On Canvas, 100 X 95 CM.

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Wrecks At A Distance, 2016. Mixed Media On Canvas, 100 X 95 CM.

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GAYLE PRINTZ Sales@GaylePrintz.com www.GaylePrintz.com Art is a universal language. It transcends boundaries. It allows us to communicate, find meaning and experience the world together. Although I have no artistic training, in May of 2020 I picked up my first paintbrush to reflect upon the beauty remaining in a world darkened by the pandemic. Translating the colors of my world into the universal language of art, I now hope to inspire all People to celebrate the beauty in life. When you look at one of my paintings, I hope it creates an intrigue and value that differs from what you usually see and feel. I encourage you to allow your imagination to be the lens through which to find meaning in my work. For when you embrace being in an unfamiliar world, there is a richness and tranquility that can fill your soul. And I hope my artwork fills yours.

POND, © 2020, A Thirty Time International Award Winning Acrylic on Canvas Painting, 91.44 cm Wide x 60.96 cm High x 4.572 cm Deep

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JACK, © 2020, A Twenty-Seven Time International Award Winning Acrylic on Canvas Painting, 121.92 cm Wide x 152.4 cm High x 3.81 cm Deep

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JACK, © 2020, A Twenty-Seven Time International Award Winning Acrylic on Canvas Painting, 121.92 cm Wide x 152.4 cm High x 3.81 cm Deep

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SWAN, ©2023, A Ten Time International Award Winning Acrylic on Canvas Painting, 55.88 cm Wide x 71.12 cm High x 3.81 cm Deep

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GABRIELE PANDIANI bug.gabrielepandiani@gmail.com www.bug-gabrielepandiani.com I am a multimedia artist with an academic background as a musician and composer. The production of video and images allows me to easily create a close connection between the work and its time, an element that I consider fundamental to my poetics. The works are made in the realm of video through dynamic processing of the material. At the same time, I generate complex algorithms and improvise. I record parameter automations using MIDI controllers, incorporating my instrumentalist gestures into the creative process. In the end, I extract my favorite frame and refine it. Since video is energy in motion, what I get is an Energy Extract. My poetics are based on two complementary and interdependent aspects: to engage the viewer with intense colors and vibrant contrasts and to bear witness to our time by narrating the contemporary.

Time To Make Peace, 2023, Digital Image Processing

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Disaster Risk, 2023, Digital Image Processing

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GRO HEINING gro.heining@yahoo.com gro-heining.no Painting for Gro is a meditative state of being, where she connects to the elements and the rhythm of nature, weaving dreams and visions into her artwork. Nature is her primary source of inspiration. Gro’s idea of the intention of doing art is to be able to communicate that all things are connected with one another and to the universe. The interconnectedness of all things in nature represents a deep unity within herself. She also experiences her work as a teacher bringing the language of colors to the viewer and hope for the future.

The Beginning, 2022. Acrylic On Canvas, 70 X 70 CM.

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Living Light, Verdens Ende, 2023. Acrylic On Canvas, 80 X 80 CM.

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GUSTAVS FILIPSONS gustavsfilipsons@inbox.lv gustavsfilipsons.berta.me “When painting, communicate the Inner Realm, cross the boundaries of human mind , touch the Soul and find revelation through artwork.”

The sole intention of my work is to communicate with the unknown in our subconscious mind. To find the connection with our true selves which I believe is something common we all possess .Other goal is to create artwork that would be some kind of new, if not new, then original kind of work, expressing oneself in terms of artistical form inside abstractionism.

Dr.phil.Ingrid Gardill: We appreciate this artist because he executes his paintings with open working methods and with techniques that he is always developing. His large-format, abstract paintings are convincing because of their radical formal language, which is characterized by vitality. Compositionally, he mostly dispenses with a “classical” structure, such as a pictorial center. Instead, he allows his forms to take on a life of their own.

Friend, 2023.Oil,Acrylic On Canvas,100X100CM

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Night Sky, 2023.Oil,Acrylic On Canvas,100X100CM

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HEATHER MCFARLIN hello@heathermcfarlinart.com www.heathermcfarlinart.com My work is deeply intertwined with mysticism, intuition, and the laws of nature/Taoism. The act of painting elevates my awareness to a higher level of intuitive understanding. As the wise words of Alberto Giacometti suggest, art’s purpose is not to mirror reality but to generate a reality that is just as powerful. In essence, my art serves as a conduit for connecting with the divine and the mystical, and manifesting them as my own reality.

By allowing the materials to dictate the direction of my art, I experience an exhilarating sense of surprise and wonder as the composition comes to life. However, this process is not without its challenges, as it requires me to confront the shadows of my innermost being and embrace all aspects of myself. This introspection serves as the foundation for my creative process and alchemically blends art with healing.

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Kali, 2022. Acrylic On Board, 12X12 In

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Wu Wei, 2022, Oil On Canvas, 48X60 In

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Dreaming, 2013, Oil On Canvas, 30X40 In

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HOWARD HARRIS h-harris@live.com www.hharrisphoto.com Visual reality is an ever-shifting, highly individualized experience. In any given moment, what we see reflects our inner state and synthesis of outer qualities—light, color, movement, and space. My exploration as a Techspressionist in photographic art represents an attempt to recreate the perceptual experience, with its dynamic nature and hidden complexities. All of my images are presented on an aluminum surface. In many of my photographic constructions, a single, often abstracted image is layered over itself with a subtle grid printed on a clear acrylic surface and superimposed over the base image. The resulting visual phenomenon infuses the image with a sense of dimensionality and fluidity affected by such changes as the angle of viewing and light. Yet perceptual mechanics are only part of the equation. Equally essential are universal principles of design that produce qualities we perceive as beauty.

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INGEMAR HÄRDELIN ingemarhardelin@hotmail.com www.svenskakonstnarer.se/start/plus_artist.php?chr=8&aid=3912 91-year-old artist with more than 40 exhibitions in Sweden and also some abroad. My painting has developed from landscape motifs and other representational motifs to pure abstract expressionism. My paintings are usually characterized by strong colors and a specially developed texture. My paintings have no titles beceause I want the observer to find out and detect himself what it is about.

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IRINA HOWARD info@irinahoward.com www.irinahoward.com Through my art, I hope to spark a dialogue about what it means to be human, to confront our challenges and triumphs, and to find solace and inspiration in the beauty and meaning we discover along the way. When creating each piece, I immerse myself in the process of understanding the patterns shaping our lives. From the intricate details of an abstract shape to the subtle interplay of texture, I seek to unearth the hidden threads connecting us all. The black-and-white color speaks about the universal duality in our existence - the light and dark, the good and evil, the joy and sorrow. By embracing this contrast, I aim to convey that life is not merely a linear, one-dimensional journey but a complex tapestry of emotions and experiences.

Join me on this journey of exploration and reflection, where art becomes a portal to the depths of our souls.

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IRIS irisfluidism@yahoo.com www.irisfluidism.com Fluidity belongs to the human being, is in our biological composition and in the composition of our society in which we are immersed.

FLUIDISM is a concept through which I express my artistic creed in works of art, inspired by the existence of a complex substance of outstanding properties and qualities – WATER. WATER is a unique and indestructible substance.

WATER is the basis of life, growth and change.

WATER has the ability to regenerate continually.

WATER soothes and heals.

WATER shows understanding and sensitivity.

WATER is an accomplished artist.

WATER is the most important element on the planet, can be found in 70% of our earth and in the same proportion in the bodies of humans, animals and plants – sometimes even in a larger quantity.

I have chosen to use the seven colors of the rainbow and the shades obtained by combining them in all of my artworks

Pablo Picasso,2023. Color Pencils On Paper, 30X21CM

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Lady Diana, 2022. Color Pencils On Paper, 30X21CM

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IVAN KANCHEV kanchevivan229@gmail.com www.facebook.com/ivav.kanchev/ I define myself as an intuitive artist. For me, conceptualisation follows the image I have seen in my mind.

I hold to the profound plan of the work, so I put forward actual and universal questions of a social and philosophical nature.

I look for new synthetic forms with original technique of expression. Seeking continuity with the multi-layered millennial culture, I strive for universality.

In search of the innovation, I continue to develop the ancient techniques of black pottery and black sculpture (coming from prehistory and Thracian art in Bulgarian lands) as original painting.

I try to challenge the viewer to think about the meaning of existence.I encourage him indirectly to answer the eternally relevant questions of human existence. Where does man come from? Where is he going and does he really carry the human within him? And in what direction is the world going?

Platter - Why?, 2023 Red Clay, Glaze, Engobe, Reduction, Fuming, Soot, Polyurethane, Wooden Base, 128 X 128 X 10 CM

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Plate - Where To?, 2023. White Clay, Reduction, Smoking, Soot, Polyurethane, Wooden Base, 130 X 130 X 13 CM

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JAN LOWE jan.lowe@camberwellart.com.au www.janlowefineart.com Jan, paints and draws, conveying a story to the viewer. Exploring the concept of and personality of animals, landscapes/ cityscapes, investigating the dynamics of the subject, including the manipulation of its effects. At times, rather than presenting a factual reality, an illusion is fabricated to conjure the realms of our imagination! Her aim within art is to tell a story and encourage creativity. The subjects are ones she knows well, and the creatures are ones she has spent time with.

Jan is passionate about capturing an animal – “you must know its personality, or in the case of a landscape – it’s mood and dynamics, to create its vitality, emotion, passion”, and record that moment.Her preference is to work in Scratchboard with ink or watercolor and Claybord with watercolor, however, she works in most other mediums.

Living With Hope, 2021, Scratchboard & Ink, 11X14Inch

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The Carver, 2023, Scratchboard & Watercolor, 18X24Un

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JANE GOTTLIEB jane@janegottlieb.com www.janegottlieb.com Vivid colors, altered perspective and changing common points of view, are things I see that inspire me. I welcome the viewer to my personal Wonderland with strong theatrical effects, abstractions, classic compositions, all enhanced with saturated colors and my idyllic vision using the magic of Photoshop.

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JANET GRISSOM paintingsbygrissom@gmail.com janetgrissompaintings.com Art is life! Few moments go by that I do not have thoughts about art. It really began at the kitchen table with my Mother on a Midwestern farm. At a very early age I was inspired by nature with all the colors and textures; these visions filled my life with excitement. The dense fields layered in tones of green, the worn barns and white houses scattered throughout the farm whirled around in my head as I drew pictures with my mother. I have continued these layers of art with paint on canvas as I studied the landscapes of the United States, Italy, France, Canada and Mexico. I have created a large body of passionate work, all about my vision of the environment around me at the moment of facing the canvas. I have dedicated my life to sharing my journey by creating designs of layered of paint.

Strokes Of Color. 2023

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Field Of Flowers, 2023

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JASON HANNON artbyturtle@gmail.com @art_by_turtle Color flows through every aspect of our lives, resonating and leaving lasting impressions. As an artist, I harness the power of oil paint to create seamless transitions and soft flows that feel infinite. The interplay of closely related colors, like kindred spirits, captures my attention, while the addition or subtraction of a subtle or unexpected hue transforms the emotion on the canvas, creating balance and opportunity.My artistic process revolves around dynamic movements and intentional strokes, occasionally revealing hidden surprises in the intricate details that may not be immediately noticed. In my work, there is no discernible starting or ending point; instead, I strive to imbue each piece with just the right amount of intention. Employing a tonal palette with a gentle persuasion, I invite the viewer’s eye to effortlessly explore the work. No part of the canvas is left abandoned or ignored; every inch is adorned with meticulous detail.

Luminous Glow , 2023. Oil On Canvas, 36X60

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Under Current, 2023 Oil On Canvas, 36X36

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Vibrant Revival, 2023 Oil On Panel , 48X36

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Ease Of Complexity, 2023 Oil On Canvas 36X60

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JEONG-AH ZHANG zenairzhang@gmail.com www.jeongahzhang.com My life and art are based on my own philosophical thoughts and experiences. I’m interested in the philosophy of immanence and transcendence on all beings, and my works use symbols, metaphors and imagery in the metaphysical world to express phenomena such as the nature of life, or the principle of the universe.

I think all thoughts and consciousness are breath. The breath is the switch between the conscious and the subconscious mind, It’s a connected cycle of creation and extinction. And It’s a soul resonance beyond the time frame. I try to listen to all the conceptions of all things, have an open mind, and remember what resonates, and this is how I work. This means that I try to focus on the essence of life by establishing core values, and I’m trying to sublimate it into my works. Philosophical considerations on a visible world and an invisible world.

The No-Boundary Moment. 2021. Acrylic On Canvas. 53 X 73 CM

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A Nap. 2010. Acrylic On Canvas. 82 X 117 CM

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A Quiet Conversation. 2017. Acrylic On Canvas. 53 X 73 CM

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Repetition Of The Phenomenon. 2014. Acrylic On Canvas. 73 X 53 CM

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JOANNE HUXFORD sagelime2020@gmail.com nantucketphotos.photography JoJo HUXFORD began art three years ago at 65 years of age some would say she is a late bloomer. She uses many alternate styles of art and different mediums. JoJo Huxford’s artwork goes the gamut from traditional, abstract, street art and digital art.

Digital art gave her the feeling of the darkroom experience. She loves to experiment with many styles of art water color ,pastel, acrylic,and digital formats.

Her art mixes a certain feeling of fantasy and-surrealism. Alongside a certain force to it with strong color and bold strokes.

Dream Acrylic Digital 28CM By 35CM 2023

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JUDITH BEALE jdbeale@jdbeale.com jdbeale.com For the past 25 years I have worked in many mediums primarily in an expressionistic and intuitive manner finding images by pushing and pulling materials to their limits. Meditation, listening to music, or simply doing repetitive clearing and cleaning of my work area clears the mental clutter and gets me into what I term “the receptive quiet zone” I find necessary to create something that speaks to me.

Celestial 6533, 2022. Acrylic On Canvas, 14” X 11”

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Primordial, 2022. Mixed Media On Paper, 29” X 21”

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KAT KLEINMAN kat@katkleinmanart.com www.katkleinmanart.com/ Art allows me an avenue to express my hope for the world. I am a photographer and collage artist, focusing on unique floral and succulent compositions, because they symbolize my enthusiasm for using color to bring about positive changes, starting from within.

The intention of my work is to make people feel better, even for a moment. I often use dozens of flowers in a single collage, a process that is both meditative and inspirational.

The beauty of a floral collage represents healing, because fractions of color combine to create a new cohesive form. I am dedicated to creating art inspired by compassion, meditation and right action.

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Acceptance 2022

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KATJA LÜHRS Katjamangal@aol.com

The variety of colors and shapes of flowers, trees and leaves has fascinated me since I was a child. The power of the sun and its play with light and shadow in nature are characterized by: “grace - joy of life - confidence - peace and serenity”.

With pictures you can capture the beauties of nature. Because what you love, you also protect. That’s why my motto for my pictures is: “Save the earth”.

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KEITH GRAFTON keith@barongraftonarthouse.com https://barongraftonarthouse.com Keith Grafton is a British artist pushing the boundaries between traditional and digital contemporary art. He sees himself as an abstract-conceptual-surrealist artist who works digitally. His camera is his colour palette; he has built an extensive collection of images, which he reinterprets, manipulates, repositions or crops, through photomontage, poetry and digital painting and drawing to investigate how fashion, commercialisation, and technology impact the way we live, while exploring how love, hope and desire determine the way we feel.His art is characterised by the use of sharp defining colours, playful elements,high contrast patterns, and the integration of the human figure within everyday objects, text, and urban elements, to achieve an outer reality perspective that beckons viewers into the scene with a futuristic outlook. His intention is to shift perceptions on contemporary issues by creating a space to reflect andmake visible what is often overlooked.

© Keith Grafton, Subliminal Stimuli, 2023, Original C-Type Fujicolor Crystal Photographic Print On Aluminium Composite Panel Under Acrylic Glass, 70 X 100 CM

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© Keith Grafton, You Race My Heart, 2021, Original C-Type Fujicolor Crystal Photographic Print On Aluminium Composite Panel Under Acrylic Glass, 100 X 70 CM

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© Keith Grafton, Lets Fly Away, 2023, Original C-Type Fujicolor Crystal Photographic Print On Aluminium Composite Panel Under Acrylic Glass, 100 X 70 CM

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© Keith Grafton, Music To My Ears, 2023, Original C-Type Fujicolor Crystal Photographic Print On Aluminium Composite Panel Under Acrylic Glass, 100 X 70 CM

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KENJIRO ASAKI kj@x-asaki.com asaki.blue/ Kenjiro Asaki / Progressive Art Photographer Born in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan. I taught myself photography and became a test photographer for Panasonic compact cameras in 2008, and started freelancing the following year.Water as a liquid, snow and ice as individuals. I have long been focusing on these two elements, which are never the same shape twice, and capturing them from multiple angles, mainly capturing fantastic underwater landscapes and dangerous landscapes hidden in the snowy mountains in winter with my unique sensibility.

I value my thoughts on the scene and composition when I release the shutter of each shot, and I believe in one-shot photographic expression that does not rely on composite works.In addition to the above two elements, I also pursue fireworks, an ancient Japanese traditional culture that blooms and then fades away, in my own unique way, so please focus on these elements as well.

Summer Fairy, 2015, Digital Photography, 80CM X 53CM

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Vanishing Beauty #2, 2019, Digital Photography, 100CM X 66CM

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KODI BEVERLIN kodi.beverlin@gmail.com

“ The windows of our souls have the curtains drawn, which direction is determined by the observer.”

Kodi Beverlin is a photographer from Des Moines, Iowa.

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LAURA PRETTO VARGAS laura@maisonpretto.com www.lauraprettovargas.com/ My paintings are gestural and full of movement, the canvases are filled with highly textural brush marks and color.

Inspiration comes from nature and my inner feelings. My artistic work it’s not about what I see or think people want to see, but about what I feel and how that emotion shapes it. Subjects are distorted, exaggerated, or sometimes completely abstracted to convey my inner feelings and ideas to the viewer, as well as challenging, provoking and instigating their own.

My language seeks to express vulnerability, happiness, energy, sexuality, etc. My works express shared human emotions and are made to provide a space for connection and reflection.My goal as an artist is to convey a feeling through my art, I want to express something beyond objective reality. Therefore, you don’t need to understand everything you see, but instead feel something from it.

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LAUREN FORCELLA www.LaurenForcella.com

I have been called a translator for Mother Earth. A former geologist-turned-radical-earth-artist, I strive to translate onto canvas the emotional wildness of this beautiful planet.

Working in oils, my contemporary impressionist paintings are alive with movement, color, and impasto brushwork. I work “au premier coup”, a one-layer painting technique where the painting (or each section of a large painting) is completed on the first pass, placing thick brushstrokes where I want them to stay without reworking. This direct style is the best way to translate the feelings and emotional connection I have with the natural world.

The taproot of my artistic development was a childhood spent in private hideaways in the woods where I began experiencing Nature as Supernature. It is my radical act to serve Nature through painting. To awaken people to their connection with this living, loving, and very wild planet.

Grandmother Oak, 2021. Oil On Canvas, 75 X 100 CM

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Wild Parsnip, 2022. Oil On Canvas, 75 X 60 CM

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LAUREN TILLEY laurentilleyart@gmail.com www.laurentilleyart.com American Artist Lauren Tilley graduated from Maryland Institute College of Art with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art in 2005.

Lauren is currently known for her intuitive pen and ink drawings. Lauren is inspired by nature, the human form, and feminine energy. Her contemporary drawings embody a gentle, abstract form of life-defining movement. Lauren’s artwork has been recognized internationally, published, exhibited, and awarded.

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LAURENCE ANTIGNAC laurence.antignac@gmail.com Www.laurenceantignac.com Laurence Antignac is a French-Vietnamese painter. She lives and works in Paris. Her work is nurtured by her dual culture and the transversality of modern and contemporary art practices.Her research continues around family dynamics, what we see socially, what we consciously or unconsciously hide. Her paintings trigger immediate emotions and resonance.

Memory and reminiscence are activated organically. Her creative process is a slow sedimentation of biographical elements, texts loved and reread at different times in her life, digestion of other artists work, personal archives, thematic research.

On canvas, the composition develops freely from a light structure. Complexity builds with oil colours in multiple layers and textures.An instinctive colorist, repainting and reworking are an integral part of the process and narrative of each artwork.

Each painting opens up an intimate space where the ambiguity of family relationships, the place of women and solitude are explored.

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Fly Me To The Moon 2022

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LÉONCE LEMMENS leoncelemmensart@gmail.com www.leoncelemmens.com Dutch abstract painter Léonce Lemmens creates expressionist paintings. She works with acrylics, oil, mixed media and spray paint. Her paintings are mostly made with lots of layers.

In her youth Léonce loved drawing and painting. She studied at the Art Academy but interrupted her study to took another challenge. In the next decades her career took her from healthcare to international real estate finance. In 2014 she picked up painting and she focused on abstraction. ”My paintings are inspired by memories. I try to capture the ephemeral: that which lies beyond words or reason. During the process my feeling and energy are leading. I love abstract because it’s intuitive and freedom: for me to paint and for the viewers to assign their own interpretation and emotion.

My inspiration comes from my travels as well as occurrences in daily life, people, cultures, contrasts in nature or cities.”

Blue Moon, 2023. Acrylics On Canvas, 60 X 80 CM

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Out Of The Box, 2023. Acrylics And Mixed Media On Canvas, 80X100CM

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LUCIA ROHRMANN lrohrmann@gmail.com www.luciarohrmann.com In the abstract, I am obsessed with the shapes of the spiral, its hidden meanings and manifestations. After experimenting with different media, I discovered plexiglass. I begin by designing the flat pieces, shapes and cuts. When this procedure is complete, I use high temperature to make each piece malleable. Using molds and simple instruments, the flat pieces form into different shapes. I repeat this process several times to obtain various single pieces, no two of which are the same. I adapt each piece to match the next, assembling them together to form a totem, a standing piece, a hanging sculpture.The message hidden in these forms invites us to go deeper into our soul, the whys of creation, the infinite and our being in the universe. They have a movement of their own which intrigues the mind in almost hypnotical manner.

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“Escondites Del Alma”, Plexiglass, 166 X 68 X 65 CM., 2022

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MAITE BARON maite@barongraftonarthouse.com https://barongraftonarthouse.com Maite Baron is a Spanish-British artist based in London. Her abstract- conceptual-expressionist art is often unconsciously autobiographical. Her work results from a process of automatism where she draws inspiration from her partner’s poetry, fashion, interiors and everyday experiences, engaging memory and imagination with the contemporary. Her work evolves in a series of linked small-scale and large-scale paintings on canvas and paper, revealing the emotional journey it triggers as the story unfolds. Her bold imagery emphasises texture, colour psychology, energetic mark making and unorthodox collages, revealing a thoughtful interplay that results in intricate pieces of ambiguous poetry portraying the power of love and the spiritual. Baron’s work is full of meaning, symbology and metaphors, aiming for something much more profound than what’s at the literal, surface level. Her intention is to create art that creates a sense of possibility and makes the viewer feel connected and alive.

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© Maite Baron, We Just Know Its Forever, 2023, Mixed Media On Museo Alu Linen Canvas, 150 X 100 CM

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© Maite Baron, Feeling Each Other Is So Exquisitely Refined, 2023, Mixed Media On Museo Alu Linen Canvas, 80 X 60 CM

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© Maite Baron, Together We Are A Single Inseparable Being, 2023, Mixed Media On Museo Alu Linen Canvas, 150 X 100 CM

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MAKOTO AMBO ambomakoto.official@gmail.com www. ambomakoto.com What can we do about the earth’s environmental destruction? What do I have to do? I keep painting. Because I want to protect the sacred forest and the sacred sea in order to survive.

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MARGIE KELK margie.s.kelk@gmail.com www.margiekelk.com In my paintings, I embark on a journey of exploration, where scratches amid shapes reveal hidden narratives waiting to be discovered. Inspired by the lyrical forces of nature, I capture the interplay of colours bending and flowing, symbolizing the ever-changing dance between light and shadow. The fusion of greys melding into vibrant yellows and pinks represents the delicate balance between opposing elements. Through my art, I invite viewers to delve into the depths of meaning, embracing the transformative power of introspection and finding solace in the profound energies of growth and discovery.

Passage Unknown, Oil On Panel, 30.5X30.5 CM, 2023

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Signs And Signals, Oil On Panel, 30.5X40.5 CM, 2023

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MARIJA TANASKOVIC PAPADOPOULOS maria_tana_designs@marijaart.com www.marijaart.com Visual Art is all about passing energy to other people through the symbols and vibration of lines, color wavelengths, and shapes of artwork in the space, while the meaning of the artwork is not only what composition actually presents, but a specific structure of that art piece, that makes a human being able to notice a beauty as a source of harmony. Good Art will “step out from the artpiece” by the help of its observer. The Observation will enlighten the observer’s mind that will start resonating with its own frequency field, which will be as strong as the artwork’s composition is able to reach deeper in the collective unconsciousness. Artist role is to navigate thoughts of people that observe his art towards creating a new reality.

Droplets Of Divine And The Moonlight Over The Ocean, Techique: Digital Art, Size: 120X120CM/ 47X47In, Year: 2022

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Soul Of The Bird, Techique: Pastel Painting On Paper, Size: 61X45.7 CM / 24X18 In, Year: 2009

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MARTHA ARIZA octaviariza@hotmail.com arizamusic.wixsite.com/ariza-oli In my painting the explosion of color is a constant, color as the meaning of belief, color multiplied by strength, its intensity, my will as an artist. It is a game of encounters and confrontations where marked contrasts come together. In my technique I play with the material, emphasizing the expressive capacity of the gaze, the sensuality of the lips, the richness of the skin, each stroke of the brush results in a color and a shape that generate emotions and modify this exercise. Many times the backgrounds are flat and dark to enhance the energy of the color, I express the contrast to awaken a mood, other times on the contrary, the characters merge with the background in a very particular interpretation of the gloom, but without allusion . to the drama, simply limiting itself to the tranquility of the scene.

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M A S A O H A TA YA M A hatapopworks@gmail.com www.hatapopworks.com Born in Osaka Japan A Japanese pop art artist who develops art activities around the world with the concept of “making the world happy with pop art.”

Masao is influenced by the traditional Japanese art of ukiyo-e and the popular culture of manga and anime.

He deals with highly imaginative work themes and paints with delicate color balance and original, powerful and bold colors.

It creates a unique world and establishes a new pop art.

Masao has collectors all over the world. He also collaborates with government agencies and companies, designs products,and creates murals.

From 2017 Started activities around the world centering on Paris. From then onExhibitions have been held in New York,Milan, Barcelona, Dubai, and London. Spreading happiness all over the world.

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Dreamin Paris, 2018. Acrylic On Canvas,910 × 727Mm

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MEGAN VANBUSKIRK meganmagnums@gmail.com Mvanbuskirk.com The focus of my work is around the nature of human connections from the female perspective and experience. In a world defined by relentless interconnectedness, my work explores the multifaceted and, at times, grotesque nature of these relationships. I use surreal and twisted figures to manifest the psychological theories that underpin our interactions.

Within my paintings one can find distorted and sometimes monstrous forms. The juxtaposition of contorted bodies and serene facial expressions serve as a metaphor for the mental and emotional mazes of our bonds. The contradictions depicted are representative of our intricate connections to each other.

Drawing inspiration from contemporary psychology and the structure of patriarchal society, I dissect concepts like attachment theory, enmeshment, codependency, and cognitive dissonance; visually depicting their impact on female relationships. My artwork invites viewers to delve into the unsettling, yet profoundly beautiful, exploration of what it means to be connected to another human being.

Love Series:Pt 2. Her Flexibility, 2023, Oil On Yupo, 76X91 CM

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Love Series: Pt 1. Her Worry, 2023, Oil On Yupo, 76X129 CM

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MIRO FREI miro.frei@gmx.ch www.miro-frei.org In the cosmos it is first of all black. This must be endured. And only then can individual strokes of colour breathe life into the world. Miro Frei is best known for his black paintings called “flowering bodies”. To him a black background suits best, representing the night, amongst other things. At night many things are not visible and the question rises if they exist or don’t exist.

Life Laughs At The Rumble, 2019, Acrylic/Canvas, 100 CM X 100 CM

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Red Star Doped, 2021, Acrylic/Canvas, 80 CM X 80 CM

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MITCHELL GIBSON charbelmaklouf@aol.com fineartamerica.com/profiles/mitchell-gibson Mitchell Gibson is an award winning artist, and member of the National Association of Fine Artists. Gibson’s work has been exhibited at the Chosen Image Gallery, The Arizona State University Downtown Center Gallery, The Scottsdale Center.

He recently received the Jury Prize for Creativity in a competition at the Museum of Fine Arts in Paris, and his work is published in the Encyclopedia of Living Arts and New Art International listing of World Contemporary Modern Artists, and Miami International.

Gibson began painting during his medical residency in 1987. He studied abstract and realistic art forms for over 20 years and he retired from the practice of medicine in 2005 in order to seriously pursue his art. Gibson has sold print and original art pieces to clients all over the world. Gibson displays a number of his original pieces at his private gallery in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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MONIKA CASUTT nimocasutt@gmail.com www.monikacasutt.ch The many years I spent in Tuscany have deeply shaped my life: the nature, the repeatedly changing landscape with its almost endless expanses, the light and – above all – the silence, as well as the periods of solitude. This is the environment in which I began my artistic work.This is the place where I had the space and all the time I needed to work on a developing piece.The artworks of ancient cultures have interested me ever since my youth. They are an inspiration to me and I feel a strong inward attachment to them. They repeatedly impress me all over again with their archaic power, their simplicity and their connection to a deeper reality. This becomes visible in my sculptures.

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NADEZDA STUPINA stupina.nadya@yandex.ru www.instagram.com/nadyastupinaart/ The artist’s path is often very intuitive and it is not easy to find yourself in art. Hard work and experience lead to the fact that you begin to understand what is important to you,interesting and what you want to focus on. In fact, this is the way to know yourself. For me, as an artist and a viewer, it is very important to get emotions from art, to experience feelings, to feel the atmosphere. Working on the picture I experienced a lot of emotions and these emotions remain forever in the picture.

This exchange of energy is sometimes much more difficult than the technical depiction of something. When the picture touches it is alive and full of living energy. Here are a few words about my art : solid composition, colour, decorativeness , emotionality , joy of being, atmospheric, romanticism, generosity.

Shimming Autumn , 2023. Oil On Canvas , 89X116 CM.

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And It Is Spring Outside The Window , 2023 . Oil On Canvas ,100X80

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NAHOKO KOMATSU O nananapost0526@gmail.com

I am a contemporary painting artist based in London and Tokyo. I earned Royal College of Art “RCA” GD Fine Art in UK. and Joshibi J.B Art and Design in Japan. I use painting as a means to express my emotions and thoughts on a range of important topics, including current affairs, women’s rights, peace, human anatomy, and Japanese culture. Through my projects and artwork, I hope to prompt viewers to question the world around them and to make a positive impact on their thoughts and emotions.The process of creating and analysing art is an intricate and mysterious journey, and the sense of satisfaction I derive from unravelling its secrets drives my artistic pursuits. I want to share this sense of excitement and wonder with my viewers, encouraging them to explore the meaning and messages behind my work.

Resonance Blue,Yellow And Guardian, All Combine,2023.Blue And Yellow = Oil ,Tempera And Urushi On Canvas, Guardian?Urushi,Egg Tempera And Oil On Kimono Fabric Canvas Total H100CM W160CM D5CM,

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Resonance Black Circle ,Oil And Urushi On Canvas,Pleasure,Urushi ,Egg Tempera And Oil On Canvas,Pleasure,Urushi ,Egg Tempera And Oil On Canvas,Silver Leaf ,2023, Combine Combine Size=H 124CM W 124CM D7CM

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NATALIE EGGER unison1089@gmx.net www.unisonart.space/ “To be creatively active means for me to find/invent my own track beyond the mind.”This quote of mine sums up what so-called “making art” is about for me: it’s about creating something for the sake of creating, in the spirit of l’art pour l’art.

It’s about the process of artistic creation not so much about the result. Since I do a lot of mental work in my day job, I enjoy having the freedom in the artistic process not to have to think about the result, not to think at all while creating. To turn off my head and to let myself be guided by impressions that are brought to me from the outside world, to then be processed internally and finally to be brought back to the outside as an expression of my inner life.

Continuum Naturae, 2023, Digital Art, Photography, Print On Canvas, 80X100 CM

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Layered , Digital Art, Photography, Print On Canvas , 70X100 CM

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NATHAKORN SAENGTONGARAM natha.outoftheblue11@gmail.com www.nathaoutoftheblue.com She states “The ideas of each artwork sometimes are guided through my intuition from the voice within”. She tries to convey the message of the artwork to touch upon the viewers. She hopes that her artwork has spoken to the viewers in a certain way. The artworks talk about time and the journey of the people. The images that can be thought back to the past and looked back to the present because the place is still commuted and lived by the people of the inner city. Although Chiang Mai today has developed and become a well known tourist city. The city still has the environment of a Lanna community in the form of local architecture that can be seen in various places.She began to reminisce and searched for places that interested her. Whether it’s the nature or the architecture of the cityscape, they inspired her with the artwork.

“Nightout Under The Bodhi Tree” Acrylic-Gouache On Canvas, 70X90X4CM

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“Daylight At The East Gate” Acrylic-Gouache On Canvas, 70X90X4CM

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NEELA PUSHPARAJ pushparajneela@gmail.com www.watercolorsbyneela.com Neela Pushparaj, a retired pathologist in her mid eighties, has been painting watercolors since her fifties. Although she is known for her intuitive semi-abstract florals, she also paints landscapes and abstracts.

Typically,her florals start out as a wet surface, either paper, canvas or Aquabordon which she drops colors leaving areas of white. The intuitive compositions take shapes as she uses negative painting to delineate outlines of petals and flowers which occupy most of the surface extending upto the edges.She then paints darks to draw the eye and both positive and negative shapes to fill in the background. Her landscapes are mostly from her remembered sites and spontaneous renderings.

She does occasionally use photo references. Her color choices are a reflex rather than planned or contemplated pre-thought out efforts. She feels that her art is very uplifting and an expression of her joy in all that she sees.

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Autumn Leaves Watercolor On Paper 1990

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Floral Quilt watercolor on paper 2020

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Maiden Hair Watercolor On Paper 2022

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OLIVIA O’NEAL patricia.terrell.oneal@gmail.com pterrelloneal.com The Shades Series I have a continuous interest in masks and their mystique: from ancient multi-cultural purposes, forms, and meanings to a modern rendition like sunglasses. Are we transformed or unseen behind a screen? What is revealed? The writer Raymond Chandler created a stereotype of Los Angeles, a city of mystery mixed with glamour, a city in decay with dreams of grandeur. Sunglasses were sometimes called,“shades”. This was the Hollywood era where dreams of fame,were associated with movie-stars, desire, and fear. Inspired by the detective Philip Marlowe, masked by trench coats and shades, Chandler created an atmosphere still known today as Film-Noir. What remains? Sunglasses, sunshine, scarce rain, and a diversity of dreams. What can one comprehend without seeing the eyes, what does the face reveal? This is what inspired the “Shades” series.

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Foujita’S Cat, 2023. Mix Media On Wooden Panel, 91.44 X 76.2CM

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Moonbeam The Muse, 2023. Mix Media On Wooden Panel, 76.2 X 86.36CM

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PATRICK JOOSTEN p.joosten@patrick-joosten.com https://www.patrick-joosten.com ``The essence of color and imagination `` Patrick Joosten - A self-taught Virtuoso of Abstract Artistry.

The Creative Spirit: Tracing the Artistic Journey of Patrick Joosten.

Patrick Joosten is a French abstract painter, renowned for his idiosyncratic artistic style and prodigious creative flair. Born in the cultural hub of Paris, Joosten has forged an independent path in the world of art, driven by his innate curiosity and an unrelenting passion for creative expression.

Largely self-taught, Joosten enjoys the unbridled freedom that his autodidacticism affords him. Without the constraints that come with a formal education in the arts, he is able to venture beyond the boundaries of established artistic conventions, experimenting with diverse styles and techniques. His artworks are an amalgamation of personal exploration and unhindered creativity, which captivate audiences and elicit profound emotional responses. Art in all its myriad forms has always held a special place in Joosten’s heart. artist.

Trilogy - 2023 - Acrylic On Canvas - 85X65 CM

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Voilà ! - 2023 - Acrylic On Canvas - 95X95 CM

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Constellation - 2023 - Acrylic On Canvas - 115X80 CM

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Red Sea Underwater - 2018 - Acrylic On Canvas - 150X100 CM

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PAUL SCOTT MALONE paulscottmalone@gmail.com Paulscottmalone.net Malone was born in Houston and has lived most of his life in the American South and Southwest, the settings of much of his work. He holds degrees from the University of Houston and The University of Arizona. Many of his abstractions arose from his days living among the deserts and mountains along the US-Mexico border, emerging as meditations on the landscape, the massive night sky and the people who populate that unique environment. His four-part series, “Sonoran Lace, Seasonal Moods: Desert Landscapes at the Borderline,” traveled to art fairs in Venice, Rome and London last year. Lately, he has returned to portraiture and figure painting in a new series titled “Of the Earth,” in which characters are portrayed as bronze sculpture emerging from a forgotten past into the abstract mystery of Earthly creation. Malone now lives and works in Rockport, Texas, on the Gulf of Mexico.

Savage Embrace (Red #4), 2023, Mixed On Canvas, 160X76 CM

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Woman Talking (Cassie In Straw Hat With Kindle, Riverwalk), 2023, Mixed On Canvas, 101 X 72 CM

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PAUL YGARTUA info@ygartua.com ygartuaoriginals.com wall90.com It has been an ongoing struggle for perfection - being able to break through mental and physicalbarriers, pushing the envelope to realizing and developing that vision until ultimately a style is born. Then taking that style and working it until it cannot be developed further and only then moving on to adapt this to new ideas, taking you on a journey of versatility and determination to the next painting. My concept of painting is the journey of struggle and determination for perfection in every aspect of my work - from design and composition to color and form. A journey that never ends. Each style fits into a plan, like a road map to the future and sometimes the direction is not always forward, but like a continuous ebb and flow of juices which moves one, sometimes forwards and sometimes backwards but always towards a positive direction.

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PAVEL STEPANOV info@stepanov-artist.art www.stepanov-artist.art Lately I’ve been mostly working on landscapes. Moreover, the Kamchatka peninsula, where I live, has a unique nature, famous all over the world! In landscapes, I try to convey to the viewer the grandeur of the places that I paint, as well as I see mysticism in landscapes, and I also try to reflect it on canvas.

Forest Fairy Tale, 2023. Oil On Canvas, 70*100Sm

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To The Volcano! To Tolbachik, 2022, Oil On Canvas,100*80Sm

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POMPEYO CURBELO MARTIN pompeyocurbelomartin@yahoo.es

Pompeyo Curbelo Martín es un pintor español premiado cuyas obras han sido ampliamente expuestas a nivel nacional, en Austria, Estados Unidos, Luxemburgo, Italia, Portugal y Argentina. Cree que el arte debe evolucionar continuamente y no puede quedarse estancado. En sus composiciones, Martin explora “cualquier tipo de inquietud”, así como los aspectos socioeconómicos de la sociedad contemporánea. Además, celebra sus orígenes en Canarias. Para él, es importante que los espectadores saquen sus propias conclusiones de su arte.

Coronavirus, 2020, Oil On Canvas, 116X82 CM

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El Trigo Del Este, 2023, Oil On Canvas,100X81

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RICHARD KANTER bodyofwaves@gmail.com Www.Bodyofwaves.com Richard’s works are an exploration in the creative process and the joy of blending colors. With each piece, he looks to capture inspiration of finding beauty all around in nature despite the seeming chaos in our lives. Richard has recently been chosen to receive the Harmony for Humanity - A Global Consciousness Art Prize (2023) and he wishes that each of his works be like a wonderful breath for the entire body bringing the gift of presence. See more of his works at www.

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Messenger 2023, Acrylic On Canvas, 18”X24”

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Open Secrets 2013 Acrylic On Canvas 18”X24”

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RIITTA HELLÉN-VUOTI rhellenvuoti@gmail.com www.riittahellenvuoti.fi Riitta Hellén-Vuoti (b. 1959) is a Finnish artist, living and working in Kuopio, Finland. By education she is a licensed medical specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy. She has been artistic since her youth, and started dedicating more time to painting and poetry around the year 2000. Her artistic focuses remain in painting and poetry. Her artworks have been on display in various galleries in Finland since the year 2000 and internationally since 2020. She is now a full-time artist. I am interested in - and inspired by - the human being and the never - ending complexities of life. My paintings are inner image. I don´t plan them; they emerge from an inner need.

Violet Series 7/12: The End Of The War, 2023, Oil And Spray On Canvas, 150 X 140 CM

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Violet Series 2/12: Nocturne, 2023, Acrylic And Spray On Canvas, 170 X 130 CM

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ROBERT VAN DE GRAAF info@robertvandegraaf.com www.robertvandegraaf.com Robert van de Graaf (b. 1983, the Netherlands) is interested in the connections and relations between the mystical in this world, and the sense and the dimension of the spiritual world and our soul. The works express a complex interplay of visual impressions combined with emotional and spiritual reflection. Each piece gives substance to his ongoing personal journey to seek meaning in life.

Robert draws his inspiration from spiritual and religious stories, mythology, mystical places and the philosophy of life. He transforms his inspiration into contemporary interpretations while richly referring to artists through all times of art history such as Caspar David Friedrich, Anselm Kiefer, Joan Mitchell and the old masters.

Though primarily working on his oil paintings, he is also using drawings and watercolours during the creation process. The works are layered, densely merging his diverse range of mark making and balance between the figurative and the abstract.

The Holy Heart Of The Earth, 2023, Oil On Linen, 180 X 220 X 2,5 CM

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The Dream Of Angels, 2023, Oil On Linen, 180 X 220 X 2,5 CM

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ROBERTO BRITO robritto22@yahoo.com www.robritto.com I do not remember when my predisposition to drawing and painting began, I just know that it all started in my early teens when I used to use gouache. Later on, in my adult life, I evolved into the oil technique, which I have been working on for many years. But today, in my elderly years, I can say I am offering to myself the late fruits of a wide array of techniques as if I were an old oak tree.

Baihana, 2013, Oil On Canvas, 0,70 X 0,40 CM

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Bigorrilho, 2013, Oil On Canvas, 0,70 X 0,40 CM

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Clown, 2013, Oil On Canvas, 0,70 X 0,40 CM

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Kazumba, 2013, Oil On Canvas, 0,70 X 0,40 CM

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SABRINA VILLASEÑOR sabrinavv@mac.com www.sabrinavv.com Through abstract forms, and much thought, Sabrina dares to share her inner self. Strokes, lines, textures, colors, are carefully collected, selected, and placed in a way she sees her unique expression materialize. She prefers working on paper, because of its diverse qualities, it is resistant as well as delicate. She believes that the way in which the paper responds to the materials she uses resembles the acts of receiving, giving, it can be resistant, absorbent, flexible, etcs. With continuous circular movements she grinds the sumi stick on a suzuri stone, that induces her into a meditative state, which is an essential part of her creative process. By slowly adding water a flowing thick ink is produced, she identifies it with the course of life itself. Black is the predominant color in her work, adding only subtle traces of color that suggests some kind intimacy .

State Of Complexity Medium: Collage, Sumi Ink. Walnut Ink, Pastel, Acrylic, Qjang Xuan Paper; 30CM X30CM ; 2022

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Unraveling Doubts ; Collage; Sumi Ink, Walnut Ink; Acrylic, Q Jang Xuan Paper; 30CM X 30CM; 2022

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SAMANTHA LOUISE EMERY info@samanthalouiseemery.art www.samanthalouiseemery.art Samantha Louise Emery is an interdisciplinary artist from England and Canada living in Türkiye. Emery’s exploration of humanity’s complex interconnection within the biodiversity of life has been aided by her residence in these countries.

She visually maps these networks through conceptual abstract paintings and her practice of combining self portrait photography, hand and machine embroidery, and paintwork onto canvas. Visual activism representing the positive powers of women is central to her practise, with the artist acting as a conduit in channelling the multiple feminine layers into her artworks. Emery depicts these influences in her portraiture IKONA project dedicated to the fertile woman energy that inspires her journey as a female creative. Her visual activism is not only to promote an appreciation for the significant qualities of women but to contribute consciously to our global society. Emery donates 10% of proceeds from her IKONA collections to a variety of global charities.

IKONA | Mirrored Interior _ Angelique Kidjo : Digital Drawing, Photoshop, Paint, Hand Embroidery, Latex Print 132CM X 168CM Framed

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IKONA | Wise Women _ Char Ellesse : Digital Photography, Embroidery And Paintwork On Giclée Printed Canvas 144 CM X 112 CM

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SIMON HAFELE psy_pix@yahoo.de www.psypixart.com My art is a portal to boundless moments in the here and now. I’m driven by a desire to evoke emotions and connect with people through my work. I aim to transcend the complexities of politics or elitism, focusing instead on the pursuit of truth in the viewer’s interpretation. My art delves deeper, exploring layers of consciousness and reaching for the pinnacle of human experience: love.

Every stroke, every hue is a conduit to feelings and thoughts, a tapestry of emotions that resonate with those who engage with my art. I want to whisk the viewer away to uncharted horizons, where they can lose themselves in the profound beauty of the moment. Through my art, I strive to create a shared experience, a journey into the depths of the human soul, and ultimately, a celebration of the most powerful force of all: love

„The Hive” 2020, Acrylic On Canvas, 200CM X 190CM

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„God Particle“ 2020, Acrylic On Canvas, 200CM X 180CM

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SODOMA XIA xiajuhong1106@gmail.com linktr.ee/SODOMAX SODOMA XIA (SODOMA-X) is a 23-year-old and self-taught photographer and digital currently based in Berlin. (She creates works) about self-expression and self-acceptance. Most of her works are pretty dark, but it is just how she works to integrate into and embrace her Inner self and then maintain her individuality. Her works are infinite darkness. They are horrific but stylised nightmares. They are also reflections of her strong personality. Her works have recognizable high fantasy and satanic styles with extraordinary and provoking colour grading, sophisticated compositing, and exquisite details. They are emotionally provoking pieces, driving viewers into an infinite dark fantasy realm and making viewers forget reality. ‘Weltschmerz’ ( literally world-pain or world-weariness ) is the central concept of all her works. It is a literal concept describing the feeling experienced by an individual who believes that reality can never satisfy the mind’s expectations, resulting in a mood of weariness or sadness about life arising from the acute awareness of evil and suffering. German Techno music, Catholic elements, and Greek Mythology are the main inspirations. H.R. Giger and Hieronymus Bosch’s works give her visual inspiration. Her aesthetic is also influenced by goth and punk culture. Traditional photography and fascination with new technology are also of great inspiration to her who then challenge herself in manipulating my media to combine this visually.

Court, Mixed Media, 2023, 39.9 Inches X 26 Inches, Canvas, Hahemuhle Cezanne, Hand Signed

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Manipulation, Mixed Media, 2023, 26 Inches X 39.9 Inches, Canvas, Hahemuhle Cezanne, Hand Signed

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SONNHILD KOST artsmydigitalekost@gmx.de www.energie-in-farben.de I have found an entirely new way of creating digital works. I generally work intuitively, so even I don’t know at the beginning. I am still determining what will happen. I deal with everything that happens in the world. This is also reflected in my paintings.

For me, art is my language and my expression. I connect my works with my inner world and show them in the outside world to harmonize them. These two works have a large part to play in current world events. With my pictures, I want to shake the world awake. Lay down your weapons and live in peace with each other! I want to contribute to this with my art.

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SOTARO TAKANAMI sotartaro@gmail.com

This is a work from the Wildflowers series. I drew this work because I was struck by the tsuyukusa (Asiatic dayflower) that is blooming in a place where no one can see it.Each piece carries a weight of approximately 20kg.Starting in January 24, I am honored to announce my retrospective exhibition at the prestigious Takashimaya Archives.This landmark event, the first solo exhibition by an artist in Takashimaya’s 113-year history, fills me with a profound sense of responsibility and a touch of pressure.Nevertheless, I remain steadfast in my dedication to my daily routine, striving to push my creative boundaries to their utmost limits.

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Tsuyukusa?Asiatic Dayflower?91×73??’2008 Canvas Oil Paint

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STEPHANIE CONCEPCIÓN CANTÙ info@stephaniecantu.com www.StephanieCantu.com Layering acrylic, oil and ink over symbol and prayer reflects how my art is a process of self-discovery and an ode to life’s journey. Although how I approach the canvas is different every time, it always ends the same. There is a visceral feeling in my body, similar to when I hear a song or a poem that makes me breathe differently. If it feels true for me, I trust that it will be true for at least one other person in the world.

I want people who view my art to feel seen. Mostly, I want them to feel hopeful.

13.8 Acrylic, Oil, Pigment On Canvas. 20 In X 20 In. 2022

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Dear Mama. Acrylic, Oil, Pigment On Canvas. 67 In X 99 In 2022

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SUSAN PLATT sgplatt.sp@gmail.com www.sgplattimages.com Susan Platt, a highly acclaimed photographer from Northern California, boasts a diverse portfolio spanning wildlife, conservation, cultural, abstract, and documentary photography. With a rich career encompassing various photographic genres, from weddings to fine art, Susan is preparing for a solo exhibit in New York City in September 2024, a must-see for art and photography enthusiasts.

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Tribal Color, 2023. Digital Photograph, 30X30.

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SVETLANA CAMERON artist@svetlanacameron.com www.svetlanacameron.com I am a UK based portrait painter dedicated to the revival and modern interpretation of Old Masters’ practices. My main areas of expertise are the multi-layered Flemish painting method and the ‘Trois Crayons’ drawing technique.

I am best known for two types of works: highly detailed formal oil portraits and delicate drawings of children done in the Renaissance three-colour technique, which I combine with pastel in my own distinct mixed-media style.

I create artworks by commission for private families and institutions with established portraiture traditions. I often capture sitters in ceremonial wear, ethnic costumes and other types of complex embellished outfits, which add layers of meaning and narrative elements to my portraits.

General Sir Timothy Granville-Chapman, 2017. Oil On Canvas, 160 X 100 CM. Collection Of Royal Regiment Of Artillery, Uk.

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Itala, 2020. Pastel On Paper, 45 X 35 CM. Private Collection.

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SY M O N A C O L I N A J E LT E M A symo.colina@gmail.com www.symonacolina.info A painting begins where I pick up a brush... Picking up a brush gives you wings to fly with. Flapping my wings open minded through space where I see and think and think and see...Perspective is a wonderful journey... I cross space one step at a time... as best I can.

Close Encounter -85X95 CM Oil On Canvas 2022 Symona Colina

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Jumpers- 80X90 Oil On Canvas 2023 Symona Colina

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TOTI CUESTA hola@toticuesta.com www.toticuesta.com Through my artworks, I seek to share the oneness and happiness that art brings me as a powerful tool for creating meaningful connections, increasing understanding between different cultures, and promoting acceptance and peace.

My figurative paintings reflect feminine energy and the need to develop empathy, resilience, patience, love, joy, and gratitude.

Using symbols, I want to share my message of how art and color can radiate the light within every human being and convey powerful messages about the strength and resilience of the human spirit.

I draw my inspiration from the beauty of the human being, the appreciation for life, the diversity surrounding us, and all the little details that make life memorable. My passion is to capture all those feelings in my portraits.

My paintings remind us of our responsibility to be more conscious and aware of our impact on the planet.

I Am Tree, 2022, Watercolor On 640 Gr Paper, 56 X 76 CM

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WENDY COHEN wendycoh@bigpond.net.au www.wendycohen.net.au Wendy Cohen is a Sydney-based artist who has attained BFA and MFA degrees. She actively exhibits her work at The New York Art Expo, Art Spectrum Miami, Art San Diego, and The Other Art Fair in Sydney. She has been published in various art books and received a Top 60 Master by Art Tour International awards in 2021, 2022, and 2023 Wendy creates innovative virtuosic mixed media paintings that communicate the harmony and beauty of the world. Incorporating her fascination with abstraction, whether it be an entire non-objective canvas, juxtaposed with collage elements, Wendy metamorphoses her unique vision that depicts energy and movement that rotates with an interplay of various shapes, tones of color, and light. As a result, her works are imbued with a sense of curiosity, wonderment, and intrigue that is open to the viewer’s interpretation

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Botanical Spring, 2023, 30CM X 30CM On Ampersand Board

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WERNER MAX maxwernernj@gmail.com www.maxwernerart.com In my work I use quite a range of different ideas, the common thread is that the images I create always tell a story which the viewer is invited to interpret.Often triggered by simple observation of my immediate surroundings I love the challenge of an unusual composition, and the capture of the diversity of light in the various places I find myself.Although I sketch a lot outdoors, the paintings themselves are usually completed in my studio a few weeks later with the help of those sketches and also photographs. The end result is an image which evokes a mood, and conveys what I felt at the time, rather than a totally faithful representation of the place described in the painting.

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The Lone Crow, 2021, Acrylic On Canvas 81 CM X 53 CM

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10 BEST DESTINATIONS FOR SEEING WORLD-CLASS ART Visiting destinations known for their world-class art is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in culture and creativity. Here are some of the best destinations around the world for art lovers: 1. Paris, France: Home to the iconic Louvre, which houses thousands of works, including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, Paris is an art lover’s dream. The city also boasts the Musée d’Orsay, known for its impressive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces.

2. Florence, Italy: The birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is a treasure trove of art. The Uffizi Gallery holds works by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli, while the Accademia Gallery is home to Michelangelo’s David.

3. New York City, USA: The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York is one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive art museums. The city also offers the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Guggenheim Museum, known for its modern and contemporary art collections.

4. London, United Kingdom: The British Museum offers a vast collection of world art and artifacts, while the National Gallery houses a rich collection of European paintings. The Tate Modern is a leading modern art gallery.

5. Madrid, Spain: The Prado Museum in Madrid is famous for its European art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. The Reina Sofía Museum showcases 20th-century art, including Picasso’s Guernica.

6. Berlin, Germany: Known for its diverse art scene, Berlin’s highlights include the Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with five museums housing extensive collections of ancient and modern art.

7. Amsterdam, Netherlands: The Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam are must-visit spots for art lovers. They house many works by Dutch masters, including Rembrandt and Vermeer.

8.Tokyo, Japan: Blends traditional Japanese art with contemporary works. Must-visit spots include the Mori Art Museum and the Tokyo National Museum.

9.Mexico City, Mexico: Known for its vibrant art scene, including the Frida Kahlo Museum, the National Museum of Anthropology, and contemporary art galleries.

10. Barcelona, Spain: Celebrated for its unique architecture by Antoni Gaudí and art museums like the Museu Picasso and the National Art Museum of Catalonia.

These destinations offer a blend of historical and contemporary art, providing art enthusiasts with a rich and diverse experience.

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HOW DO WE VALUE A WORK OF ART? Art valuation is a complex procedure that involves determining an artwork’s distinct cultural and economic value. By thoroughly analyzing the artwork’s historical, artistic, and social context, one can establish a just and impartial price that accurately represents its significance. This approach necessitates a profound awareness of the cultural importance of art, as well as a comprehension of the economic and commercial influences that mold the art market.

Assessing the Fair Market Value (FMV) is a crucial element in valuing art, which entails a qualitative examination conducted by art experts and consultants. Art valuation necessitates a nuanced combination of technological proficiency and human intuition, distinguishing it from traditional financial value approaches.

Nevertheless, art valuation extends beyond the simple act of assigning a financial worth to an artwork. The matter at hand is to acknowledge art’s historical and cultural importance and guarantee that it is appropriately esteemed.

Various factors impact the price at which buyers and sellers reach an agreement to exchange a piece of art: Artistic Ingenuity: The valuation of an artist’s artwork is influenced by the degree to which they are regarded as a pioneer by museum curators, critics, and other influential individuals. Artists who distinguish themselves within their artistic movement typically produce artwork of higher value.

Significance for Collectors: The correlation between an artist’s work and the preferences of present-day collectors greatly influences its valuation. Contemporary customers have a greater inclination towards art that resonates with them, resulting in a higher demand for such pieces.

Verification of origin and genuineness: The authentication and provenance of the artwork directly correlate with its market worth. Robust authentication inspires collectors to make purchases with certainty. Prestigious Status: Artworks that embody an artist’s distinctive style and are regarded as iconic are sometimes paid at a premium.

Condition: Art collectors generally favor artworks that are in superb condition since they boost their value and popularity.

Gallery Representation: When an artist’s estate is represented by a well-regarded gallery that aims to improve the artist’s reputation and create a sense of scarcity, it can have a favorable effect on the value of the artwork.

Market liquidity refers to the extent to which an artist’s work is readily available for purchase in galleries, art fairs, or auctions, and this availability directly impacts its value and desirability among collectors. An active market facilitates the purchasing and selling of artwork for collectors.

While determining the monetary worth of an artwork is crucial, it is equally important to evaluate its appraisal prior to engaging in a sale or purchase. Enrolling in art data networks such as Artnet or Artprice might offer current auction prices as a valuable point of reference. Furthermore, it is important to take into account the specific attributes of the artwork, such as its dimensions, materials used, artistic method, and the year it was made, as these factors can also have an impact on its value. Art possesses a value that surpasses its monetary worth since it contains the narratives, sentiments, and cultural importance it represents.

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GEN Z AND MILLENNIALS, THE RISE OF NEW ART COLLECTORS A new generation of collectors, known as millennials, are emerging as prominent figures in the art world, bringing about a fresh era of valuing and obtaining artwork. Empirical data indicates that younger folks are exhibiting a strong inclination towards art collecting while concurrently reforming the mechanisms of art dissemination. The 2020 edition of The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report revealed an intriguing pattern: HNW millennials are currently the fastest-growing segment of collectors, surpassing all other categories in terms of art acquisitions and spending.

Lately, art galleries and auction houses have shifted their attention towards attracting millennials, persons aged between 23 and 38, who are recognized for their limited financial resources and time availability. Therefore, the inquiry emerges: How can this younger demographic be efficiently captivated? Heather Flow, an art advisor located in New York who serves a young generation of clients, highlights the need of precision. She proposes that establishing a genuine connection with millennial collectors requires a thorough reassessment of openness, adaptability, inclusivity, and sustainability within the gallery business framework.

Millennial art purchasers view their collections from a perspective that integrates social and investment considerations. The art preferences of the Baby Boomer generation in the 1960s and ‘70s were influenced by cultural and political shifts, and similarly, millennials’ choices are shaped by the current scene.

Although individuals aged 40 to 64 continue to be the primary purchasers in the art market, accounting for 62% of all purchases in 2019, there was a significant 6% annual growth in collectors under 40, resulting in their proportion rising to 19%. Of the younger buyers, the contemporary art sector had the most significant proportion, with 21% of collectors under 40.

This change is particularly noticeable among high-net-worth collectors. McAndrew’s investigation indicated that millennials not only had the most purchases but also had the highest expenditure, with an average total spending of $3 million over two years. This stands in sharp contrast to the purchasing patterns of the baby boomers. Significantly, 69% of individuals who spent more than $1 million were millennial collectors, indicating a large rise from 41% in 2018.

This movement in generations has also resulted in a shift in gender. Female collectors exhibited notably greater mean expenditures in comparison to their male counterparts, with 34% of women allocating more than $1 million in the preceding two years, as opposed to 25% of males. The research indicates a correlation between the increase in female collectors and the millennial sector, highlighting the importance of female collectors in this generation.

Surveys performed by Arts Economics and UBS Investor Watch in seven markets have shown that millennial collectors consistently scored best in terms of both art purchases and expenditure. Younger collectors play a significant role in the art world’s shift towards digital platforms, as seen in the rise of new online galleries like

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those exclusively on Instagram and Art Basel’s Online Viewing Rooms. According to the survey, an impressive 92% of high net worth millennial collectors stated that they have made art purchases online, which is far higher than the percentage of baby boomers who have done the same, which is less than half. Instagram, specifically, has become a crucial marketing tool, fostering interest and trust in artists and galleries. Although a significant portion of millennials integrated Instagram into their process of acquiring art, almost 75% of boomers had never utilized the platform for purchasing artwork.

Moreover, the millennial age has been molding the art world to conform to their technological inclinations. In contrast to older generations, millennials heavily rely on digital platforms to consume art. Instagram, a popular social media network widely used by millennials, has emerged as a crucial marketing tool for artists, galleries, and collectors who are looking to obtain new artwork. The art business is no longer dependent simply on physical locations but instead flourishes through multi-channel art consumption, a trend led by millennial art purchasers. Significantly, in 2020, millennials comprised the majority of online consumers who spent huge amounts, with 14% having expended more than $1 million, in contrast to a meager 5% among boomers.

Furthermore, millennials demonstrated a heightened inclination towards art within the pandemic, with 60% of them displaying assurance in the market’s prospects for the future year, in contrast to a mere 24% of boomers.

In the future, millennials are expected to experience increased influence and purchasing power as they inherit wealth and art collections from older generations. As per the poll conducted by McAndrew, contemporary collectors exhibit a tendency to broaden the range of items in their collections, acquire artwork from various sources, and demonstrate a willingness to sell pieces that no longer correspond to their preferences. This transition is expected to promote increased flexibility within the art market as it passes into the control of the younger generation.

Heather Flow accurately characterizes the connoisseurship of millennial collectors as mostly influenced by their community. This transition is forcing institutions to reassess conventional display approaches and adopt a more inventive, adaptable, and inclusive approach.

Millennial art buyers have become a significant presence in the art market, distinguished by their impressive increase in both purchases and expenditure. The significance of The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report is emphasised in its 2020 edition. However, a more thorough exploration is necessary to comprehend the identity of millennials, their motivations in the art investment field, and the way their growing significance is accelerating an eagerly awaited digital revolution.

The study undertaken by the US Trust reveals that millennials are particularly astute investors. Millennials are twice as inclined as baby boomers to perceive art as a financial asset, so erasing the distinction between art collectors and art sellers. However, millennials are not solely motivated by financial gain; they are equally motivated by the social impact of their investments. Amidst the epidemic, 68% of art purchasers from the millennial generation, as seen in The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market survey, affirmed their dedication to backing artists, thereby showcasing the diverse aspects of their art investments.

Ultimately, the pandemic revealed the disparity in access to digital resources within the art market, leading to the rise of Generation Z and signaling the much-anticipated advent of the digital revolution. This transition has significantly increased the digital representation of artists, galleries, buyers, and collectors. The art market’s future is filled with optimism, largely influenced by millennials. A significant 60% of millennials express confidence in the industry’s success in the coming years, in sharp contrast to the cautious view expressed by only 24% of boomers. Undoubtedly, the responsibility is being transferred to the millennial generation, and we are inclined to support their perspective on the future of the art industry.

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5 MUST VISIT EXHIBITIONS IN 2024 Van Gogh - Poets and Lovers at The National Gallery.

14 September 2024 ฀ 19 January 2025 As The National Gallery commemorates its bicentennial in 2024, it’s also marking a century since acquiring two iconic Vincent Van Gogh paintings: his chair and the renowned sunflowers. This momentous occasion is celebrated with an exhibition aptly titled “Van Gogh - Poets and Lovers,” slated for 14 September 2024 to 19 January 2025.

This exhibition promises a deep dive into Van Gogh’s artistic psyche, exploring how poetry and love influenced his legendary works. It’s a rare opportunity to immerse in Van Gogh’s world and perhaps find an answer to the lingering question: Can one ever have enough of Van Gogh?

Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism at Musée d’Orsay 26 March 2024 - 14 July 2024 The Musée d’Orsay revisits a pivotal moment in art history with its exhibition “Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism,” on view from March 26 to July 14, 2024. This event marks 150 years since the first Impressionist exhibition in Paris, a defiant move by artists like Monet, Degas, and Renoir against the conventional art of their time. The exhibition showcases 130 masterpieces, tracing the evolution of this revolutionary art movement and celebrating the genius of its creators.

Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael: Florence, c. 1504 at Royal Academy of Arts 9 November 2024 - 16 February 2025.

The Royal Academy of Arts, in partnership with Royal Collection Trust and the National Gallery, London, presents an exhibition that transports us back to early 16th-century Florence. Here, titans of the Italian Renaissance Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Raphael - vied for the attention of the era’s most influential patrons. Highlighting this period’s artistic rivalry and brilliance, the exhibition features iconic works like Michelangelo’s Taddei Tondo and Leonardo’s Burlington House Cartoon, offering insights into the profound impact these masters had on each other and on art history.

Expressionists: Kandinsky, Münter and the Blue Rider at Tate Modern 25 April 2024 – 20 October 2024 Tate Modern’s “Expressionists: Kandinsky, Münter and the Blue Rider” exhibition is a captivating journey through the early 20th-century avant-garde art movement. It celebrates the collective genius of The Blue Rider, a group united by a shared vision to revolutionize modern art. The exhibition, featuring over 130 works, highlights the contributions of pivotal figures like Wassily Kandinsky and Gabriele Münter, showcasing a fusion of paintings, sculptures, photographs, and performances. This collaborative effort with Lenbachhaus, Munich, is a rare opportunity to witness a comprehensive collection of Expressionist masterpieces in the UK for the first time in eight decades.

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Picasso: Drawing from Life Member at The Art Institute of Chicago On view until April 8, 2024.

The Art Institute of Chicago offers a unique perspective on Pablo Picasso with “Picasso: Drawing from Life.” This exhibition delves into the artist’s interpersonal relationships and collaborations that significantly influenced his career. Focusing on works on paper, it portrays Picasso’s life and art intersecting with a network of artists, dealers, family, and lovers. The exhibition reveals how these connections, both professional and personal, were instrumental in propelling Picasso to international fame, offering a more nuanced understanding of the artist behind the genius.

These exhibitions are not just displays of artistic mastery; they are narratives of passion, innovation, and collaboration, offering a deeper understanding of the art and artists that have shaped our cultural landscape.

Leonardo da Vinci Virgin and Child with St Anne and the Infant St John the Baptist (‘The Burlington House Cartoon’), c. 1499-1500 Charcoal (and wash?) heightened with white on paper, mounted on canvas. 141.5 x 104.6 cm. The National Gallery, London. Purchased with a special grant and contributions from the Art Fund, The Pilgrim Trust, and through a public appeal organised by the Art Fund, 1962. Photo: The National Gallery, London

Vincent van Gogh, ‘Sunflowers’, 1888

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Claude Monet Coquelicots, en 1873 Musée d’Orsay Donation Etienne Moreau-Nélaton, 1906 © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée d’Orsay) / Hervé Lewandowski

Gabriele Münter Portrait of Marianne Werefkin 1909 Stadtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus (Munich, Germany) © DACS 2023

Pablo Picasso. Reclining Nude (Sleeping Woman), 1969. The Art Institute of Chicago, gift of Richard and Mary L. Gray, 2019.

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