Post by roqlarue on Jul 5, 2011 16:48:05 GMT -8
Roq la Rue Gallery
presents
Madeline Von Foerster
"The Golden Toad"
new paintings
and
B.A. Vierling
" Mythos "
new paintings
Opening Friday July 8th 6-9pm
contact us to be placed on a preview list!
Roq la Rue is very pleased to present a show by two artists who work in a "neo-medievalist" style. Both use a formal painting technique but add subtle contemporary touches.
Madeline Von Foerster's work explores the idea of mthical stories juxtaposed with contemporary dilemmas such as species extinction, using the canvas as a sort of wunderkammer of imagery.
B.A. Vierling also paints work that looks as if it could have been painted several hundred years ago, portraying contemporary subjects in a majestic, mythic light.
"This new series of paintings envisions fairytales of the future. The current, unprecedented devastation of Earth’s wildernesses foretells a time when the great forests are gone, and with them, half the animal species with whom we share the world today. In comparison, the present will surely appear as a sort of Golden Age, abundant with lush forests and wondrous beasts -- what sort of tales will they inspire?" - Madeline Von Foerster
"A myth tells an eternal story, a drama that is timeless because it is always happening. The tradition of classical painting provides forms that reflect these epic human experiences. The painter endeavors to depict the myth as a tangible point for contemplation. In the spirit of this pursuit, Vierling presents 6 unique visions. The structure of these compositions acknowledge centuries of painting, from the Renaissance to the Fin de siècle, but the inspiration comes from the mundane. Real subjects, intimately rendered, provide the foundation of a living Mythos." - B.A. Vierling
Please join us as well as the artists for the opening night party on July 8th from 6-9pm. Refreshing beverages will be on hand as well as the swinging sounds of DJ Vodka Twist!
presents
Madeline Von Foerster
"The Golden Toad"
new paintings
and
B.A. Vierling
" Mythos "
new paintings
Opening Friday July 8th 6-9pm
contact us to be placed on a preview list!
Roq la Rue is very pleased to present a show by two artists who work in a "neo-medievalist" style. Both use a formal painting technique but add subtle contemporary touches.
Madeline Von Foerster's work explores the idea of mthical stories juxtaposed with contemporary dilemmas such as species extinction, using the canvas as a sort of wunderkammer of imagery.
B.A. Vierling also paints work that looks as if it could have been painted several hundred years ago, portraying contemporary subjects in a majestic, mythic light.
"This new series of paintings envisions fairytales of the future. The current, unprecedented devastation of Earth’s wildernesses foretells a time when the great forests are gone, and with them, half the animal species with whom we share the world today. In comparison, the present will surely appear as a sort of Golden Age, abundant with lush forests and wondrous beasts -- what sort of tales will they inspire?" - Madeline Von Foerster
"A myth tells an eternal story, a drama that is timeless because it is always happening. The tradition of classical painting provides forms that reflect these epic human experiences. The painter endeavors to depict the myth as a tangible point for contemplation. In the spirit of this pursuit, Vierling presents 6 unique visions. The structure of these compositions acknowledge centuries of painting, from the Renaissance to the Fin de siècle, but the inspiration comes from the mundane. Real subjects, intimately rendered, provide the foundation of a living Mythos." - B.A. Vierling
Please join us as well as the artists for the opening night party on July 8th from 6-9pm. Refreshing beverages will be on hand as well as the swinging sounds of DJ Vodka Twist!
