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Post by commandax on May 3, 2009 18:44:41 GMT -8
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Post by thinkspace on May 4, 2009 22:39:54 GMT -8
Thanks Amanda!!! Super excited, as Kelly is going to really get on the map of many with this showing. We'll be posting more info and images here soon too. In the meantime, check out our 'Sneak Peek' set we are putting together here: www.flickr.com/photos/thinkspace/sets/72157616356581283/ |
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Post by thinkspace on May 18, 2009 22:09:55 GMT -8
Lil' official show PR here... Kelly Vivanco ‘The Conservatory’ Kelly Vivanco was born and raised in front of a sketchpad and a box of colors in Southern California. She later received her BFA with honors from LCAD in Laguna Beach. In 2004 Kelly became a Studio artist at Distinction in Escondido and currently maintains a working studio there. Her work has shown in numerous galleries and is held in collections across the U.S. and abroad. Kelly enjoys setting whimsy to work in many mediums and pulls inspiration from the natural and imagined world, vintage photographs, children’s literature and the oddness of her dreams. “Rather than try to make a statement with my art I paint scenes and characters that draw me in and resonate with something deeper inside. Most of my paintings are inspired from something intangible like the complex feelings knocking around inside of me; or simple like the pose of a child in a vintage photograph or the quizzical tilt of a bird’s head. I enjoy portraiture without parameters and a sliding scale of exaggerated features for the subjects of my paintings. It is not an intention of mine to create a tableau of symbolism or encode some secret meaning in my paintings. They take shape spontaneously and develop organically. I like to paint and see where it goes. I often don’t have answers to questions posed by my finished works. People ask me what a painting is about, I just ask them what they think it’s about. Their answer is as valid as mine, in my opinion. To me, painting is like magic; it’s like in a child’s world where animals can talk and doorways have personality and anything can happen. Through painting I hope to engage the innate sense of wonder I believe is in everyone. “ Kelly will be in town for the opening, so mark your calendars now to come through and meet this rising star. We're super jazzed to be hosting her debut LA solo show and look forward to all that lay ahead with Kelly.    Just a perfect pairing along with Sarah's work - don't miss this one! Beyond stoked!!! |
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Post by kristahuot on May 18, 2009 22:45:13 GMT -8
Ohhh I love Kelly Vivanco's work so much, there is so much life in her paintings! I'm so jealous of everyone who is going to get to see it in person, the show looks like it's going to be amazing!
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Post by juggernut3 on May 19, 2009 8:22:29 GMT -8
My my... I agree with Krista. I feel a definite glow from her works. I'm really looking forward to this show.
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Post by commandax on May 24, 2009 8:37:56 GMT -8
Looks like a big one...  |
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Post by thinkspace on May 25, 2009 11:07:33 GMT -8
Sneak peek at a couple finished pieces for this June...   These new arched wood pieces are just beautiful. Getting super excited to see this new series all laid out. |
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Post by thinkspace on Jun 5, 2009 11:37:00 GMT -8
Kelly Vivanco - The Conservatory PREVIEW: www.thinkspacegallery.com/2009/06/project/works.phpPlease get in touch via email at contact@sourharvest.com if interest in any of the works. If possible, please include an alternate work or two, just in case we're not able to secure for you your 1st choice. Please be sure to include the best method to contact you at during the day when replying. To allow all ample time to view the preview, please know we will begin getting back to all that have contacted us with interest starting the morning of Mon, June 8th. Kelly has just knocked it out of the park for her debut LA solo show. 24 stunning new works make up the exhibit. Kelly will be up from San Diego area for the opening, so be sure to come on through to say hey. She's coming up this Sunday to work on a very cool mural/install idea too, so that alone will be worth the trip out. |
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Post by thinkspace on Jun 7, 2009 21:38:09 GMT -8
Kelly was up today working on her installation and it's just looking amazing...  Oh, and here's the dollhouse piece that we don't have up on the preview yet. AMAZING.  And closed:  All hand built, and one of the coolest things I've ever seen. |
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Post by commandax on Jun 9, 2009 18:37:53 GMT -8
Seems I haven't mentioned that my recent in-depth interview with Kelly Vivanco was featured on the Hi-Fructose blog last week. Apparently the pieces at Thinkspace are selling like hotcakes, so make sure you check out the preview before it's too late. Her "Dollhouse/Dreamhouse" piece for this show is just incredible... one of the best things I've ever seen in a gallery, really.   |
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Post by virtu on Jun 9, 2009 18:52:35 GMT -8
Beautiful show.
This new body of work is enchanting.
A top favorite is Love Note. (like a fairy tale)
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Post by thinkspace on Jun 10, 2009 21:46:34 GMT -8
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Post by thinkspace on Jun 15, 2009 0:30:09 GMT -8
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Post by svenman on Jun 15, 2009 12:00:02 GMT -8
nice to see a gtood show selling so well. congrats andrew and kelly! the dolls house piece is pretty special.
so.... come on amanda.... which piece did you buy?
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Post by commandax on Jun 15, 2009 12:29:24 GMT -8
Hey there Sven... I kept it to one this time, "Curious Bouquet."  |
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Post by thinkspace on Jun 15, 2009 12:30:57 GMT -8
Thanks Sven - that means a lot, and so proud of them both. More doll house pieces to come down the line... these are AMAZING. Can't wait for more to follow... already working towards a big follow up show with Kelly in our main gallery for spring '11. She's up next at Subtext and Halogen, so get on those lists now folks.
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Post by svenman on Jun 15, 2009 13:45:05 GMT -8
nice piece amanda. and way to work that self control mechanism!
i'm sure it will look great alongside the other 15 or so! ;D
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