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Robert Natkin's painting, "Bern," features a vibrant interplay of colors and abstract forms, creating a dynamic and emotive landscape. The use of layered textures and brushwork invites the viewer to explore the depths of the canvas, evoking a sense of movement and energy. The composition balances bold strokes with subtle nuances, reflecting Natkin's unique approach to expressionism. Overall, "Bern," captures a moment of spontaneity and introspection, inviting personal interpretation.
Kay Walkingstick's Florida monoprint captures the vibrant essence of the state's natural beauty through its dynamic colors and intricate textures. Her use of layering and abstract forms reflects both the landscape and the emotional depth of the environment. The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of movement, inviting viewers to engage with the work on multiple levels. This piece exemplifies her ability to blend personal experience with the broader themes of nature and place.
Benjamin Benno’s Still Life 3 is a compelling example of his mastery in blending realism with abstraction. The work focuses on ordinary objects, like fruit and vessels, rendered with a soft, almost dreamlike quality that invites the viewer to see the familiar in new and unexpected ways. Still Life 3 offers a meditative exploration of the mundane, elevating it through careful attention to detail and a nuanced play of color and form.
Faith Ringgold's "Mama Can Sing" print is a poignant testament to her skillful blending of storytelling and visual artistry. Created with a mastery of printmaking techniques, Ringgold's work captures the essence of familial bonds and cultural heritage. The print, likely inspired by her narrative quilts, features rich, vibrant colors and intricate patterns that draw viewers into its narrative. "Mama Can Sing" resonates with themes of identity, tradition, and the power of women's voices, encapsulating Ringgold's commitment to depicting African American life with dignity and depth. Through this print, Ringgold invites us to reflect on the strength of maternal figures and the importance of storytelling in shaping personal and collective histories.
*This print is beautifully framed under Optium anti-reflective plexiglass.
Romare Bearden’s artwork "The Conversation" is a striking depiction of African American life through a vibrant and evocative collage. The piece illustrates a dynamic exchange between figures, capturing the essence of community and dialogue through bold colors and fragmented forms. Bearden's masterful use of texture and composition invites viewers to engage with the narrative and emotional depth of the scene. This work reflects Bearden’s commitment to representing the richness and complexity of African American experiences with both artistic flair and profound insight.
Warren Kaplan's Blue Moon painting is a gritty minimalist expression of the contrast of the natural world and manmade structure. The freeform blue moon setting over a stark horizon invokes feelings of wonder, joy and introspection. The scene stirs the viewer's imagination and urges subjective interpretation.
Betty Blayton's Falcon Spirit is a striking, dynamic work that captures the essence of the majestic bird through vibrant colors and bold forms. The piece vividly depicts a falcon in mid-flight, with its powerful wings spread wide and its sharp gaze conveying strength and determination. Blayton’s use of rich textures and expressive brushstrokes brings the falcon to life, symbolizing freedom and spiritual energy. Falcon Spirit reflects Blayton’s skill in merging natural imagery with profound, symbolic meaning.
Clover Vail studied with Paul Feely at Bennington College and admired him very much.
This Breer work is featured in the, "Americans in Paris: Artists Working in Postwar France, 1946–1962," international exhibition, opening on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Grey Art Museum at New York University. After its debut at the Grey, Americans in Paris travels to the Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, and The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery in the United Arab Emirates.