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Saul Balagura |
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Biography
"Balagura's work follows the painterly
footsteps of mid-20th century artistic traditions such as Hans Hoffmann's
richly impastoed surfaces, Jackson Pollock's dripping compositions, Willem
de Kooning's grotesque figures, and the highly colored forms of Arshile
Gorky." - Ellen Methner, Independent Curator |
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Maggi Battalino |
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Biography
"Maggi Battalino's vibrant palette and
absence of white space becomes a signature. The use of subtle perspective
shifts on an otherwise flat plane downplays the humor and lightness that
adds to the childlike joy in discovering this artist's world through her own
unique window." - John Halstead, Collector |
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Renzo Barchi |
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Biography "Renzo approaches a contemporary aesthetic to 21-century art by combining surrealism and pop-art. Without doubt social criticism is brought into play, but not without a magnificent play of aesthetics and humor with which playful compositions and playful direction reminds us of the metaphysical painting of surrealist artist Rene Magritte." - Luis Alberto Freire, PhD Associate Professor of the School of Beau Arts |
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Felicitas |
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Biography
"The work of Felicitas is filled with a satisfying complexity that is at times concealed by its beauty and lyrical quality. Her experienced hand effortlessly pushes color and images forward while minimizing negative space. The illusion is spatial eye candy and almost always elicits a smile." - Sasha Rehati-Miller, Private Collector |
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Marie-Ange Gerodez |
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Biography
"Gerodez gathers her subject matter from the world around her. A stroll along a garden path or her extensive travel both serve as inspiration in her work. Her scenes encompass a full vision of warmth, color and detail - full of light and shadow and reflecting the joy and curiosity of her surroundings." - Alan Cloubert |
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Murat Kaboulov |
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Biography
"Any visual treatment of impressionist art is going to be beautiful, and Kaboulov's works are no exception. His scenes are full of life and vitality. The eye is drawn to the color, the grandeur, the innocence... until you are pulled deeper into the mood and character of each piece. Your thoughts are centralized, you want to know more about the subjects. This is impressionistic mastery." - T. Martin Reynolds, Collector |
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Alexander Khomsky |
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Biography
"Khomsky’s paintings portray happiness and
the joy of life along with mystery - Rosa Koval, Fine Art 2003 |
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Richard (Dick) Knowles |
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Biography
"Knowles painting emerges from abstract expressionism, America's most vigorous and enduring contribution to 20th century art and one that celebrates the eloquence of the stroke and the lusciousness of paint. Knowles's particular genius preserves these characteristics while moving in the direction of representation of figure or landscape." - Melinda Boyd Parsons |
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Lisa Lightman |
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Biography
"Although abstract in form, Lisa Lightman's work is accessible, warm, and
engaging. The emotions expressed are deeply felt but allow room for viewers
to experience their own memories and references. This type of inspiration is
key to what art is, as opposed to mere decoration." - John Larson, Collector |
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Anatoly Melnikov |
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Biography
"At heart a true Realist, Anatoly
Melnikov's beautiful and familiar images of land and sea capture the
movements and subtleties of the earth's fragile atmosphere. Melnikov
employs a meticulously detailed academic technique that heightens the
dreamlike state of his imagery." - Alvin Woodward |
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Adrien Moroni |
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Biography
"Moroni's vibrant scenes have immediate
appeal conjuring stained-glass visages that are deceivingly complex. His
expressionistic tendencies intermix with remarkably well composed and
textural renderings. Your eye will dance at Adrien's creative and
intelligent use of color." - Josette Maurelle, Collector |
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