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Pop Art Inspo
Pop art is easily recognizable due to its vibrancy and unique characteristics that are present in many of the most iconic works of the movement. The Pop art movement began in the 1950s but its transient, expendable and glamorous style continues to inspire artists to this day and its sexy, young, big business edge still magnetizes art collectors around the world.
Featured Artist | Kim Fonder
Small textural details in Kim's minimal artwork is what makes her work stand out from the crowd. She seeks to honor Leonardo Da Vinci's words, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." Simplicity evokes contemplation and the urge to have a better understanding of your view.
Sunday Selects | Putting Color in the Mix
Aaron Wexler's artwork often consists of vibrant colors and geometric shapes that create original abstract pieces of art. Also an abstract artist that uses bright colors, Brenda Zappitell uses more organic lines to evoke a more emotional response from the viewer. New to the gallery are Antique Handcrafted Pots with unique linear texture and organic tones. Mark Jackson's pop art style gives a hip, stylish flare to any room.
These Should be on Your Wall
Spruce up your space! Here are a few of our favorites that bring personality and intrigue to a room. Playing with a variety of neutral tones while also bringing in pops of color can make your space feel unique.
Featured Artist | Tai Tindall
Sunday Selects | Wake up to Spring
Jennifer Wagner's Curious Establishment series displays an array of colors and soft circular shapes creating an entertaining but calming group of paintings. In a minimal style Kim Fonder focuses on texture and simplicity. Jessica Feldheim utilizes the simplicity of line, shape, and color to create minimal works of art that capture the eye. Fabio Modica's portraits are shaped with vivid colors and "semi abstract" style, giving them a unique quality.
Purple Influence
Purple is associated spirituality, the sacred, higher self, passion, third eye, fulfillment, and vitality. Purple helps align oneself with the whole of the universe. Different shades, tints, and hues of purple have different meanings.
Featured Artist | Brenda Zappitell
Brenda Zappitell creates abstract expressionist works not only born out of intuition, but also serendipitously influenced by nature and her life experiences. She appreciates beauty but understands that beauty must exist in equilibrium with imperfections.
Sunday Selects | Spring into Art
Contemporary artist Robert Mars dives deep into American culture with both popular figures and folk art designs. Maura Allen's western art shows both the real and romanticized sides of the American West. Hunt Slonem's work often displays lavish, exotic subjects depicted in vibrant colors. Carlos Gamez de Francisco also uses bright, lively colors in his illustrations of dynamic women.
Dark Toned Abstract
Some people might be of the opinion dark abstract paintings are dark or ominous. While this may be the case for some artworks, this description does not apply to most. Dark toned paintings could convey a very clean and grounding vibe.
Artist Feature | John Paul Philippe
John Paul Philippe is a native Oklahoma born artist and designer. He now splits his time between New York City and Sharon CT. Philippe works with sculpture, painting and functional fixtures in large and small scales. His work is filled with curvy, organic shapes reminiscent of early Modernism.
Sunday Selects | Mixed Media Focus
Mixed media artist Mark Jackson's work focuses on capturing scenes where people are experiencing everyday pleasures. Ken Tate's work uses iconic celebrities mixed with abstract lines and movement with color. Jen Pack's work is hand sewn textiles shaped over 3 dimensional forms. These 3 dimensional expressions of color are exceptionally accomplished works of art. Exhibit by Aberson curates objects from all over the globe. These objects are selected for their texture and natural shape and form.
Upcoming Maximalist Design
As of recently, maximalism has been up and coming. Bold colors, repeating patterns, geometric shapes, and daring movement. Anything to draw our eyes and dance around and be excited as we stay inside and stare at our same four walls.
Featured Artist | Stephanie Martin
Stephanie Martin works in her Chattanooga based studio where she explores evolution within organisms, landscapes, and her own human connection to these. She is deeply inspired by the softness and strength of the universal woman, her two sons, and the honey bee.
Sunday Selects | Contrast and Texture with Art and Objects
Jen Bradfords work features abstract marine paintings. Deborah T. Colter layers collage with marks and paint exploring varying possibilities. Our curated collection of objects are natural materials crafted by artisans worldwide. Aileen Chong's abstract paintings are a visual representation of her thoughts and feelings.
Glass Made Simple
Decorative glass objects can be useful for not only furbishing but also creating functional use. Materials, such as glass, will often make a space pop because of their light-reflective properties. For this reason, glass can give a room a more contemporary feel in a simplistic way.
