Author: Mary W
Randa Hijazi, a Syrian-Canadian painter based in Laval, Quebec, weaves her life experiences into her art. Born in Damascus, she earned her Fine Arts degree in 2000 at the University of Damascus. Her passion for storytelling led her to further studies in Mass Communication and Media Science, where she graduated in 2008. This unique blend of artistic training and media expertise informs her perspective, merging the keen observational skills of a journalist with the emotional resonance of a painter. Having lived in Damascus, Dubai, and now Canada since 2017, Hijazi draws inspiration from the cultural transitions that have shaped her.…
Based in the Netherlands but originally from Israel, Aliza Thomas is an artist whose work intertwines traditional papermaking techniques with deep spiritual exploration. A practitioner and teacher of Qigong and Taiji Quan, she integrates the principles of harmony and flow from these disciplines into her art. Her creative process is a meditative journey, blending physical craft with introspection to create pieces that resonate with themes of balance, duality, and the interconnectedness of life. Aliza’s passion for papermaking draws heavily from Asian traditions, particularly the use of Kozo paper. This handmade medium, with its strength and organic qualities, provides a perfect…
Sabrina Puppin is an Italian artist who now lives in New York. Her bold and vibrant abstract works captivate viewers with their dynamic energy. Her art celebrates color and form, featuring shimmering compositions that blur the lines between reality and imagination. Puppin’s creations express her emotions and dreams, inviting viewers to engage, reflect, and feel. Her work has been featured in venues, including the Museum of Kyoto in Japan and the Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan. With exhibitions in countries such as the USA, UK, Qatar, and Germany, her global presence reflects the universal appeal of her…
Judy Widener has been creating art since she was five years old, her brushes crafting images that feel alive. Her work reflects a life steeped in experience, capturing the essence of animals and people with equal care and passion. Her artistic range is broad and dynamic. From equine portraits full of grace to playful depictions of children, from lush tropical vistas to abstract explorations of emotion, Widener’s art is a journey through the vibrant complexities of life. She avoids being boxed into one style, letting her creativity flow freely to tell unique stories. “The Golden Boys” is a striking 3-by-4-foot…
Judy Gittelsohn’s work is more than paint on canvas—it’s a vibrant reflection of her life, rooted in family, memory, and the symbolic threads that connect us all. Growing up in Portland, Oregon, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, Gittelsohn developed a deep appreciation for capturing her world in bold, expressive strokes. Her childhood was shaped by a close-knit extended family that shared everything from meals to summers at a communal pool. These formative experiences left a lasting impression, inspiring her artistic exploration of connection and nostalgia. Family trips to Cannon Beach, with its windswept coastline, became recurring…
Susie Rosso Wolf, born in 1956 in the coastal city of Santa Monica, California, has spent her life charting a course defined by artistic curiosity and expression. Known simply as SR Wolf, her path to artistry began at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). While initially drawn to the intellectual world of art history, it wasn’t long before she found herself captivated by the broader possibilities of creative expression. In time, her artistic voice would truly find its resonance amidst the quiet expanse of rural Montana. At CalArts, her introduction to art wasn’t through traditional tools like brushes or…
Serena Bocchino is an American artist whose work blurs the boundaries between painting, sculpture, and installation. Her art is a melting pot of inspirations, pulling from Abstract Expressionism, the rhythms of jazz, the fluidity of modern dance, and the experimental spirit of the Fluxus movement. Bocchino’s method is rooted in both instinct and expertise, using a blend of colors, materials, and techniques to create her own visual dialect. With a deep focus on the intersection of visual art and music, her pieces invite viewers to explore an interplay of sight and sound. Launching her career in the vibrant East Village…
Ruth Poniarski’s artistic world is one of layered complexity, merging surreal imagery with a strong sense of narrative. Her foundation in architecture, gained through a degree from Pratt Institute, shaped her early professional life in the construction industry. But in 1988, she found herself drawn to painting, where she could explore ideas in ways that architecture could not. This transition allowed her to craft imaginative works influenced by myth, philosophy, culture, and literature—ideas she continues to weave into her creations. By the mid-1990s, Poniarski had begun pairing her paintings with poetry, developing a unique relationship between the visual and literary…
Robert M. Deschenes translates his deep admiration for nature into works of art, each one offering a vivid glimpse into the wild. His paintings go beyond realistic portrayals of animals, diving into the subtle interplay between their lives and their habitats. Two of his pieces, Canada Goose and Ruffed Grouse, highlight his commitment to blending hyperrealistic detail with a sense of narrative, all brought to life with acrylic on canvas. Canada Goose In Canada Goose (16 x 20 inches), Deschenes portrays the elegant bird with meticulous attention to detail. The goose is slightly off-center, a compositional decision that brings a sense of motion and depth…
Natali Antonovich’s art offers a window into her soul, revealing her thoughts and emotions in ways words cannot. As she reflects, “Writing or speaking about yourself feels like a form of exposure.” This sentiment underscores her preference for letting her work communicate on her behalf. For Antonovich, painting and photography are more than creative outlets; they are essential tools for navigating her inner and outer worlds. From her earliest days, she has been captivated by the mysteries of existence, seeking to understand the cosmos through her art. Her creative journey spans a variety of mediums, including graphics, batik, portraiture, and…