Featured Artists Exhibit Aug/Sep 2023
August 8, 2023 – September 23, 2023
R. Scott Horner
These paintings embrace the chaos and regularity, the calm entropy that pushes and pulls the world around us. By layering paint, old events are covered up, and sometimes rediscovered through transparency or scratch-throughs. The painting builds its own history, allowing viewers to discover many stories within it. The work in this exhibit showcases Scott’s recent focus on the dynamics of rocks and stones. While he avoids direct representation, the colors, forms and other influences from the stony creek that runs through Scott’s backyard are apparent.
Susan Filley
Susan Filley is a highly acclaimed porcelain artist whose exceptional talent shines through her masterful creations. Renowned for her sumptuous glazes and impeccable craftsmanship, each of Filley’s pieces exudes an ethereal beauty that captivates an audience. With an unwavering commitment to perfection, she meticulously shapes her porcelain works into stunning forms that radiate elegance and sophistication.
Kaidy Lewis
British artist Kaidy Lewis is a local talent whose extraordinary artwork seamlessly blends the abstract and the figurative, resulting in a captivating visual narrative. Drawing inspiration from the nuances of daily life, Lewis skillfully infuses her creations with a unique perspective that resonates with viewers on a deeply emotional level. Through her colors and form, Lewis creates a vivid backdrop that serves as a canvas for female insights and experiences, offering profound reflections on the art of living. With every stroke of her brush, she invites us to delve into a realm where abstraction meets representation, resulting in a body of work that is visually stunning.
Polina Varlamova
Polina Varlamova is FRANK’s emerging artist with a special feature in this exhibit. Her creative journey revolves around a profound reflection on her experience of emigration. Drawing from deeply personal archives and tracing her own metamorphosis, she delves fearlessly into the history of her family, unraveling the complexities of hybrid identities and the convergence of diverse cultures. With each stroke of creativity, Polina Varlamova emerges as a captivating storyteller, weaving together the strands of her heritage and the narrative of her present, offering a glimpse into the profound and multifaceted nature of the human experience.
Joe Grant
Featured guest artist and director of Starworks Glass, Joe Grant, is a visionary whose work is deeply inspired by the interplay of nature, science, and art. Through a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge techniques, he brings his artistic visions to life, elevating glass art to new heights. With an unyielding commitment to precision, he continually pushes the boundaries of his craft, delving into the minutiae of the natural realm, capturing its essence with each delicate curve and vibrant hue. His profound connection with his art and skill shines through each of his pieces, inviting all to revel in the mesmerizing magic he brings to life within each magnificent piece.
