We are pleased to announce the upcoming opening of two new artists to 111 Minna Gallery, Lauren Szabo and Elise Remender. Although their subject matter differs, each painter illustrates bold visions of our past that seem to draw the viewer into the time period as a participant or observer.
Elise is based in California, and has traveled the world gaining inspiration for her work. Her most recent series, Bathing Beauties, which captures the human form and abstracts it through light and reflection, was inspired by the vintage elegance and history of Southeast AsiaÂ’s historic hotel pools and gardens. It evokes a bygone era when Ernest Hemingway and Jackie O were among the clientele.
Elise has shown in galleries throughout the US and Asia. Her work has appeared in GQ Magazine, Architectural Digest, Dwell, California Home, and People to name a few. Her paintings hang in luxury properties such as The Ritz Carlton, Hard Rock Hotel, and the Hilton across the US and are held in private collections by many celebrities.
LaurenÂ’s process begins with researching locations that are on the dynamic border between mankindÂ’s material creations and the forces of nature. She then embarks on expeditions to study each locale firsthand, documenting her experience with photographs and writings. Upon returning to her studio, she uses these materials to re-enliven various impressions, which she then combines into a single work of art.
Her work nests within a contemporary landscape that delicately blends realism with a unique creative interpretation. She is an advocate for skill-based representational art that addresses current issues in American culture and beyond. SzaboÂ’s intention is to represent a voice while examining social, economic, and environmental issues. She considers her work to be part of a generation that shares a collective consciousness of reevaluating the way that humans interact with the environment and each other as our hybrid landscape progresses.
We are pleased to announce the upcoming opening of two new artists to 111 Minna Gallery, Lauren Szabo and Elise Remender. Although their subject matter differs, each painter illustrates bold visions of our past that seem to draw the viewer into the time period as a participant or observer.
Elise is based in California, and has traveled the world gaining inspiration for her work. Her most recent series, Bathing Beauties, which captures the human form and abstracts it through light and reflection, was inspired by the vintage elegance and history of Southeast AsiaÂ’s historic hotel pools and gardens. It evokes a bygone era when Ernest Hemingway and Jackie O were among the clientele.
Elise has shown in galleries throughout the US and Asia. Her work has appeared in GQ Magazine, Architectural Digest, Dwell, California Home, and People to name a few. Her paintings hang in luxury properties such as The Ritz Carlton, Hard Rock Hotel, and the Hilton across the US and are held in private collections by many celebrities.
LaurenÂ’s process begins with researching locations that are on the dynamic border between mankindÂ’s material creations and the forces of nature. She then embarks on expeditions to study each locale firsthand, documenting her experience with photographs and writings. Upon returning to her studio, she uses these materials to re-enliven various impressions, which she then combines into a single work of art.
Her work nests within a contemporary landscape that delicately blends realism with a unique creative interpretation. She is an advocate for skill-based representational art that addresses current issues in American culture and beyond. SzaboÂ’s intention is to represent a voice while examining social, economic, and environmental issues. She considers her work to be part of a generation that shares a collective consciousness of reevaluating the way that humans interact with the environment and each other as our hybrid landscape progresses.
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