This painting is only one of two "portraits" I have painted. "Pensive started out as a horizontal landscape and, then, I "discovered" the right eye and the rest is history! I painted in the left eye and touched up the chin to create my spontaneous portrait.
I am delighted to exhibit it at the Dairy Art Center.
"Atmosphere" is an exhibition organized by the Women's Caucus for Art, Colorado Chapter. I am exhibiting "Fall Light", 24" x 48" oil painting.
The theme "Atmosphere" encompasses all aspects of the word, spanning from the physical world and cosmos, to the intangible realm of emotions, attitudes, and surrounding influences. The exhibition showcases each artist's interpretation of the theme. The sky’s the limit!
I am delighted to have my painting "Fall Light" included in this exhibition.
You are invited to join me at the Artists Reception on Friday, September 29 from 5 - 8 pm.
It's been a week since I "retired" from D'art Gallery with the fast paced wonderful time I spent at the gallery these last 4 years!
I've taken the last week off....walking, working a puzzle and hanging out with two of my paintings: (left) "Beyond Inquiry", (right) "Threshold". Both of these paintings represent where I am right now....in the process of "redesigning" my life. Now on to other projects...stayed tuned.
Suzanne Frazier and Lisa Calzavara, Optical Opulence
Carrie MaKenna, Defining Moments 1973-2023: A Half-Century Retrospective, in the East Gallery
D’art Gallery, 900 Santa Fe Drive
Thursday, May 11, through June 4
Opening Reception: Friday, May 12, 6 to 9 p.m.
Abstract painters Suzanne Frazier and Lisa Calzavara explore the narrative-free dynamic of visuals dependent only on color, line, brushstrokes, composition and mark-making. Calzavara’s work channels appreciation for the small sensual pleasures in life, such as sublime sunsets or a fine glass of wine, bleeding contrasting colors together in tumultuous organic shapes, while Frazier takes a softer approach, expressing a more meditative, inward point of view in merging pastel colors. This is Frazier’s last show at D’art, at least for now; let’s wish her well.
In D’art’s East Gallery, Carrie MaKenna takes a look back over an incredible half-century of making art, from its beginnings in her school years to her present output of super-impastoed acrylic paintings. Graphic design, healing arts and love of nature are just a few of the themes running through MaKenna’s hand-picked retrospective.
“Sundays on Santa Fe”, the last Sunday of each month, 11 am to 4 pm.
This is my last exhibition at D'art Gallery since I am retiring from the gallery after this show.
It's been a delightful four years and I've enjoyed every minute of working with other artists to create an innovative professional gallery.
If you would like to stop by, I will be at these events and will be sitting the gallery at the days and times listed below:
Events
Friday, May 12 Opening/Artists Reception 6 - 9 pm
Sunday, May 14 Friends Reception 1 - 4 pm
Friday, May 19 Third Friday Collector’s Night 6 - 9 pm
Saturday, May 20 Artist Talks by Lisa Calzavara & Suzanne Frazier 1 pm
Sunday, May 28 Sundays on Santa Fe 11 am - 4 pm
Friday, June 2 First Friday 6 - 9 pm
Sunday, June 4 Closing Reception 1 - 4 pm
In addition to the events, I will be sitting the gallery.
(If you would like to stop by when it's quieter and I will be there.)
Friday, May 12 2:30 - 5 pm
Saturday, May 13 2:30 - 5 pm
Sunday, May 14 1 - 4 pm
Saturday, May 20 2:30 - 5 pm
Sunday, May 21 1 - 4 pm
Friday, May 26 2:20 - 5 pm
Sunday, May 28 1 - 4 pm
Exhibition Statement:
“Optical Opulence” celebrates the joy and wonder in creating work with opulent colors using lines, texture and composition to create an enjoyable optical experience. This exhibition emerges out of 30 years of creating artwork by Lisa Calzavara and Suzanne Frazier. The artists share their deep appreciation with the art creation process.
As a Contemplative Artist, Suzanne Frazier’s oil paintings arise out of her meditative approach reflecting her exploration into a space deep inside her spirit. “Optical Opulence” inspired Suzanne to create new work around opulent colors. Since this exhibition is her last one at D’art Gallery, Suzanne will include a few paintings from her “Spirit Light” exhibition during COVID that not many people were able to see. She shares her contemplation.
(I will be at the Artists Reception from 5 - 7 pm.)
I have two paintings in the exhibition:
Sunrise Through the Valley
Sunrise Through the Valley, 20" x 20" oil painting
The sun always rises each morning. It's one thing that survivors of sexual abuse can count on. And this is a metaphor. As we trust the sun to rise each day, may we learn to trust the people who offer to help everyone of us through recovery.
Difficult Women's Rage
Difficult Women's Rage, 24" x 18" oil painting
Women who stand up for themselves are called “difficult women” in the eyes of individuals who are uncomfortable being around strong women. Through out my career, I have always been called “difficult” and I wear the label as a “Badge of Courage”.
The Blue Bench Organization
The Blue Bench Organization is metro Denver’s only comprehensive sexual assault prevention and survivor support center. Since our founding in 1983, we have worked tirelessly to eliminate sexual assault and diminish the impact it has on individuals, their loved ones and our community. Through issue advocacy, scientifically-supported prevention programs and a robust offering of low to no-cost client services including a 24-hour hotline, individual and group therapy and case management, The Blue Bench has helped hundreds of thousands of Denver-area people of all gender identities find the courage to move from victim to survivor.
Throughout the Denver area there are blue benches that are a symbol: It's a safe place. A place for community conversation. A place that invites everyone to come as they are.
When you see a blue bench in a neighborhood, it serves as a marker that in the community, survivors are believed and supported.
I will be Sitting the Gallery 4/8/23 Noon - 2:30 pm
Artist Talks 4/16/23 1 - 4 pm
(I will be participating in the Artist Talks)
Our View is an exhibition of work by the members of the Women's Caucus for Art, Colorado Chapter, of which I am a member.
My painting, Boketto 12, has been included in the exhibition.
The concept, gazing vacantly into the distance without thinking, implied by the Japanese word, "Boketto", is the inspiration for the oil painting.
This painting was featured, a few months ago, in the exhibition by Biafarin Online Exhibition. I was one of 176 international artists exhibiting one artwork in this online exhibition.
Exhibition Dates: 3/1/2023 - 3/31/2023 in Boulder, Colorado
Exhibition Dates: 4/1/23 - 4/30/23 at Children's Hospital in Aurora, Colorado
A print of my painting "Sky Raga Reverie" was made into a "flag" that is hanging at the entrance to the Museum of Boulder....across from the Boulderado Hotel. This is my first "public art" exhibition. This part of the exhibition runs through the end of March.;
In April, the exhibition of flags will move to Children's Hospital in Aurora, CO to grace the hospital gallery walls and be suspended in the halls to bring JOY to the patients and families going through extremely hard circumstances. I'm so delighted to be part of this!
Sky Raga Reverie, 36" x 36" Oil Painting
Exhibition Statement:
Joy is frequently understood as the fulfillment of desires which are considered essential to one’s own flourishing. Joy involves an existential and personally salient experience that is significant enough to produce a powerful emotional response. Joy serves critical evolutionary functions such as its role in forming bonds between infants and parents, and in intimate romantic relationships. The experience of joy is a fundamental response to human possibility.
As soon as I find my flag, I'll post an image and location.
