Expressionist Passions of Beth Gandy at Agora Gallery
Chelsea's Agora Gallery will feature the original work of American artist, Beth Gandy in Degrees of Abstraction.
- New York, NY (1888PressRelease) July 12, 2012 - With an expressionist brushstroke and a colorful palette, Beth Gandy's large paintings reflect a profound understanding of shape and texture. Her works begin with a figurative basis, using underpainting in strong colors. Eventually they evolve and flow to the point of a cubistic abstraction. The subjects vary and are often overshadowed by the overall compositional achievement. These paintings, which are sometimes on recycled linen, exude a grainy consistency which is unique to Gandy's oeuvre and which creates an interesting dialogue between the fabric and the newly applied paints. The texture is further intensified via the use of a palette knife; thus, brushstrokes are almost like paint stains, suggestive of the works of the early twentieth century Fauves. The works as a whole are also reminiscent of Abstract Expressionism; the influence of de Kooning resonates throughout the canvases. Gandy's discourse with the greatest artistic masters of the twentieth century is unmistakable, as is her own contribution to the process.
Based in Dallas, Texas, Beth Gandy sells her works in high end galleries and has been invited to be part of several group shows.
Exhibition Dates: July 31, 2012 - August 21, 2012
Reception: Thursday, August 2, 2012, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th St, New York City
Gallery Hours: Tues - Sat, 11a.m. - 6 p.m.
Event URL: http://www.agora-gallery.com/artistpage/Beth_Gandy.aspx
About the Exhibition:
Agora Gallery's Exquisite Exhibits Are a Breath of Fresh Air in the Summer Heat. Come to Agora
Gallery to enjoy exhibitions which will add a refreshing, revitalizing spark of inspiration to your day. Interpretive Realms will introduce you to new universes which come to life within the confines of the artwork, yet spread their influence beyond and into the minds of the receptive viewer. The work in The Rhythm of Color celebrates the vibrant, lyrical pulse that judicious and elegant use of hue brings to art and our experience of it. In Degrees of Abstraction, concepts are explored through the lens of lively imaginations, leading to images which are as lovely as they are intriguing. The exhibitions begin on July 31, 2012 and run until August 21, 2012. The opening reception will take place on August 2, 2012, 6PM-8PM. Entrance is free and art lovers are enthusiastically encouraged to attend.
Featured artists:
Interpretive Realms
Philippe Aoun Deladoëy ("PAoun") | Malcolm Baroway | Bibi Davidson | Pia Erlandsson | RubénGómez Masip | Thomas Maes | Umeko Okano | Fabrizio Pinzi | Shyamala Rao | Sahi | Tony Taylor | Maurizio Yorck
The Rhythm of Color
Patricia Brintle | Sarah Cousineau | Katherine DuTremble | Nada Herman | Julia Ismambetova | Roland Morin | Ingrid Roth | Paul Satheesh
Degrees of Abstraction
Paul Brotherton | Gail Elwell | Beth Gandy | Gary W. Hinsche | Kushlani Jayasinha | Darryn Marshall | Sandra Mueller-Dick | Gianni Renna | Kiko Sobrino | Laurence Steenbergen
Interviews with the artists and high resolution images are available upon request.
About Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery is a fine art gallery, established in 1984 and located in the heart of New York City's Chelsea art galleries district. It is famous for showcasing a spectacular array of talented artists from around the world and around the corner, while providing quality and original art to collectors. Exhibitions are usually group exhibits, presenting the work of a number of artists, but sometimes solo exhibitions focus on the work of one particular artist. The gallery publishes ARTisSpectrum Magazine, a bi-annual magazine that is distributed to museums, galleries, art institutions and art schools around the world. It provides artists, collectors, museums, galleries, art organizations and enthusiasts with
access to the work of international talented artists as well as feature articles, reviews and interviews. Agora Gallery is the proud sponsor of ARTmine, one of the most comprehensive resources available worldwide to view and purchase fine art. The gallery also runs Agora Art Blog, a blog designed to provide helpful information and advice for artists while providing a forum for artists to help one another by sharing their experiences and thoughts.
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