All in Contemporary Art
Neo Rauch's paintings are characterized by a unique combination of realism and surrealist abstraction. In many of his compositions, human figures engaged in manual labor or indeterminable tasks work against backdrops of mundane architecture, industrial settings, or bizarre and often barren landscapes.
Christel Delrieu Pétraud (CDP), born in 1976 in Toulouse, France, is an internationally famous artist, known for her innovative painting and artistic explorations combining mathematical logic and letting-go. She obtained her baccalauréat in Arts and Letters in 1995, then went on to study visual arts and art history, obtaining a double degree in 1998. In 1999, she obtained a Master's degree in Visual Arts, specialising in colour. The following year, she graduated from the IUFM to become an art teacher, but ultimately did not integrate national education.
Julieta, can you take us back to the beginning of your art journey? What sparked your initial interest in art, and how did you decide to pursue it as a career?
My journey into art began at a very young age, deeply influenced by my surroundings and my mother, who was an exceptional artist. Watching her create and express herself through various mediums sparked my initial interest in art. The decision to pursue it as a career came naturally as I found immense joy and fulfillment in creating art. Over time, I realized that this was my true calling, a path where I could merge my passion with my professional aspirations.
Gayle Printz has swiftly become a monumental figure in the contemporary art scene. Since picking up her first paintbrush in May 2020, Printz's work has garnered international acclaim, transcending geographic and cultural boundaries to resonate deeply with a global audience. Her artistic journey is not only a testament to her innate talent but also a reflection of the profound human capacity for creative expression, even in the face of unprecedented global challenges.
Andrea Gendusa's artistic journey is a fascinating narrative that blends traditional and digital mediums, creating a beautiful symbiosis of form and technology that is both captivating and thought-provoking. Gendusa was born in Turin and began his artistic journey at the Liceo Artistico Renato Cottini, immersing himself in the tactile world of painting. Simultaneously, his fascination with digital media propelled him into uncharted territories, resulting in a seamless union of the conventional and the contemporary.
Jeong-Ah Zhang is a distinguished contemporary artist hailing from Seoul, South Korea, whose oeuvre transcends the boundaries of painting, photography, and mixed media. Her work beckons viewers to traverse the liminal spaces of consciousness, presenting a surrealist exploration that reflects deeply on the human condition and the universe's inherent mysteries. Zhang's artistic journey, underpinned by a robust academic foundation from Ewha Women's University and extensive exhibition history, is a testament to her profound engagement with philosophical and metaphysical concepts.
Painting was something I always wanted to try. I simply had no time to devote myself to it. When COVID-19 regulations mandated we shelter-in-place, I suddenly found myself with an abundance of time. I wanted to channel my energy into something creative that I could undertake without socializing. So, in May of 2020, I turned to online shopping...this time, buying art supplies. Hoping to bring light back to a world darkened by the Pandemic, I picked up my first paintbrush to reflect upon, and interpret, the beauty that remained in a World interrupted.
Through the duality between being a passive and active subject, it reveals a dark and dreamlike universe. Her self-portraits, fusing Fine Art and Trash, are an invitation to explore the inner abyss. Unusual compositions challenge norms, empowering her art. Self-taught, she extracts sidereal images from her melancholic universe, composing pieces that question existence. Her own style, Fine Art Trash, fuses aesthetic elegance with the raw darkness, inherited from Punk, creating striking photographs. Each image, a piece that challenges norms, immerses the viewer in a sea of contemplations, inciting emotional and intellectual responses. Her art, a visual symphony that screams the chaotic and provocative essence of challenging established norms.
You mention a deep connection with imagining unseen worlds. How do you translate these imaginative visions into tangible artworks?
I believe that by listening to music from different movies and soundtracks, I transport myself to another world, a place to escape from my reality, where all my characters and stories connect. Likewise, I seek ways to translate that imagination or stories into a tangible work.
Phyllis van CHUA's products are full of colorful and vibrant floral patterns and designs. Phyllis van CHUA's core concept and features are mostly based on greenery and flowers, which stem from the fact that since I was a child, I have been living with flowers and plants, and I feel that the world of flowers, plants and plants is full of joy, carefree, comfortable and at ease, and that I am passionate about collecting treasures of the natural world. I remember my father's orchid garden is a good medicine for my spiritual enrichment, and the flying winged insects in the garden are regarded as an image of "freedom", which is the goal that I want to pursue most, so I incorporate the concept into my works.
Rebeccah Klodt's painting collection, "The Synesthesia Collection," takes its audience on a riveting journey through a visual concert, an experience that aspires to simulate the enigmatic workings of synesthetic perception. Through her masterful use of oil and acrylic on canvas, Klodt's artworks become a sensory bridge between sight and sound, beckoning viewers into a realm where color and music intertwine.
Natha's Out of the Blue collection is a profound and spirited exploration of the intricate relationships between human existence, nature, and animal spirits. Through her innovative use of mixed mediums on canvas, Natha conveys profound messages that resonate with viewers, beckoning them to a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of life. Her work is a testament to the transformative power of art, serving not only as a reflection of the self and the world around us but also as an agent of change and introspection.
The artworks of Kenan Koçak represent a visceral exploration into the realms of consciousness and perception, challenging the viewer to reconsider the boundaries between illusion and reality. Koçak's statement highlights his belief in the transformative power of art as a medium for advancing awareness and fostering 'Constructive Freedom.' His works act as a conduit for energy transfer, aligning with his aspiration to counteract destructive tendencies prevalent in contemporary society.
I began my career 5 years ago as an abstract artist while working as an accountant. It was the hobby for me at first and I was learning different painting languages by copying paintings from famous artists like Van Gogh or Claude Monet. It was a relaxing time for me. Then later I developed my own abstract taste and started looking at the art deeper than just a visual object. Some artworks were like a door that invites to the different worlds, a portal to the different layer of reality that coexists with the current one. And later on, I started exploring new worlds and expressing messages from it in a new form of art which allows me to be my most vulnerable and open self in a form of a sacred energy art.
Oksana Tanasiv is American, Ukrainian-born contemporary artist, who currently lives and works in Connecticut, USA. Her art works belong to the museum collections in the USA, Canada and Europe, and to the private collections worldwide. Oksana collaborates with the galleries in Connecticut, NYC, and Miami. She is an exhibitor at International Art Fairs such as Volta NYC, Art Hamptons, Art Los Angeles, Palm Beach, Miami, and Aqua Miami.
My name is Birgit Huttemann-Holz, I am a German American painter and printmaker. My energetic works show a lush world, where nature is in constant celebration. My lyrical abstractions reflect an intense relationship with the surrounding landscape, an intimate experience of wilderness which mirrors alluring and alarming oneself.
Penny Frith's landscapes are a harmonious blend of tranquility and a profound reflection of everyday beauty, capturing the essence of the UK's coastal and landscape splendors. Through her brushwork, viewers are taken on a serene journey across the contours of the earth, echoing the rhythms of nature and life's inherent harmony.
Barbara Palka Winek's paintings serve as a vivid journey into the exploration of femininity, intertwining sensuality, obsession, and the universal role of women. Her works, characterized by their vibrant colors and abstract forms, delve into the themes of Obsessions and Archetypes, not just capturing the essence of the female form, but encapsulating the entire cosmos of female energy.
The body of work by Gro Heining is a captivating blend of the spiritual and environmental elements, showcasing a profound connection that spans the cosmos and embodies the resilience of the natural world. In her art, nature is more than an image; it is an expression of the living rhythm, the silent expansion, and the natural cycles of the universe. Heining's creations invite the observer on an explorative sojourn into the spiritual depths, revealing treasures of deep self-reflection and enlightenment.
Makoto Ambo, a contemporary ink brush painter, has carved out a unique space in the art world with his distinctive technique known as Nijimi-ga or "Blur Painting." This innovative style, which employs the deliberate overpainting of ink bleeds, enables Ambo to create images that are deeply resonant with emotion and meaning, while also reflecting a masterful control of a notoriously unforgiving medium.
