Author: Mary W

Elaine Rosenberg, a resident of North Brunswick, NJ, began her art studies at Kean University and has further developed her skills with instruction at the Visual Arts Center of NJ, the Arts Council of Princeton, and other art centers and retreats. Her dedication to her craft and her continuous pursuit of artistic growth have led to her work being exhibited and awarded in various venues. Her journey through different art forms and techniques has shaped her unique style, characterized by vibrant colors and dynamic compositions. Elaine Rosenberg’s artwork is a vivid testament to her passion for abstract expressionism. Her piece…

Art Basel, the world’s largest art fair, launched its 2024 VIP preview days on Tuesday. Approximately 285 galleries were present, including 22 first-time major, statement and specialty galleries including Karma, Tina Keng Gallery, Madelyn Gallery, Mayoral, Yates Art and Parker Gallery. Maike Cruse, who became Swiss Fair director last year, said: “Our global collection continues to expand as new buyers enter the market and ensures essential support for the business and a core audience of ongoing collections. “At the same time, we are also aware that The art market is going through a period of readjustment… There is clearly a…

Frank Gasbarro is a painter who delves deep into the world of abstraction, crafting unique pieces that defy conventional expectations. Gasbarro’s intellectual approach to color, coupled with his disciplined and energetic dedication, results in paintings that are both familiar and alien, inviting viewers into a realm of imagination. Gasbarro’s journey as an abstract artist is rooted in his fascination with color. He believes that color is more than just a visual element; it is the core inspiration for his creations. His paintings often feature vibrant palettes that seem to pulsate with life, yet he doesn’t shy away from exploring the…

Grela Orihuela is Senior Vice President of Design Miami, now in its 18th edition in Basel. Located across the street from Art Basel’s main show, Design Center Miami welcomes 25 design vendors. This year’s fair commemorates the late Italian artist and designer Gaetano Pesce, who died in April. Pace’s work is on display at several gallery booths and outside the main sales floor. Here, Oliveira selects some of the pieces that caught her attention at the show.new sheep (lamb)François-Xavier Lalanne, Galerie Mitterrand (see top of page)Galerie Mitterrand is known as a leading dealer in the works of French Surrealist designers…

Gabriel Remon is not just an artist; he is a conduit between the ethereal dance of nature and the tangible world of art. His work serves as a testament to the ceaseless ebb and flow of the natural world, echoing the rhythms of movement, sound, and space. As a lifelong surfer, Remon’s connection to the ocean runs deep, and this profound relationship with the sea manifests itself in his unique approach to art-making. At the heart of Remon’s practice lies a fascination with the interplay of movement, sound, and space. He does not limit himself to a single medium or…

Whenever fireworks are set off, it takes a while for the smoke to dissipate. Despite the impressive first-day sales at Art Basel, comments from many sellers, buyers and consultants at the show underscored that market dynamics remain extremely complex. In fact, one of the few things that arts professionals across the spectrum seem to agree on is this: anyone who tells a simplistic story about the current state of trade is likely either misinformed or pushing an agenda.“What is happening in the art market is difficult to describe and difficult to decipher,” said Dominique Lévy, co-founder of Lévy Gorvy Dayan.…

Gala Čaki, hailing from Ečka, Serbia, emerged onto the artistic scene with an innate curiosity for the enigmatic realms of fantastic painting and ambient performance. Born on March 19, 1987, her journey commenced in her hometown and unfolded against the backdrop of Serbia’s rich cultural heritage. Educated in the vibrant city of Zrenjanin, Gala’s immersion in Serbia’s thriving arts scene undoubtedly shaped her artistic vision. This foundation propelled her towards the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad, where she earned dual Master Degrees in Painting and Drawing in 2011. Gala Čaki’s work is a deep dive into the human psyche,…

Bruce Cowell, an artist working in fine-art photography, has been capturing the world through his lens for over forty years. Based in Canberra, Australia, his journey in photography is a blend of professional work across various genres and a deep-seated passion for fine art. Through his fine-art photography, Cowell connects with people by telling visual stories that resonate on a deeply personal level. Cowell’s approach to photography is not merely about documenting moments but about revealing the underlying essence of human experiences. He believes that a photograph should speak to viewers, allowing them to infuse their own worldviews and life…

Swiss-born, US-based prolific artist Urs Fischer is known for his extraordinary and unclassifiable range of witty and often absurd paintings, drawings and sculptures, in which he pairs and blends for a dramatic juxtaposition (imagine a horse fused with a complete horse). The interactive work attracted special attention: nature decayed and gradually descended into chaos. Fisher now brings the process of entropy into his landmark series of digital sculptures Chaos #1–#500 (2022).”We are opening up a new dimension of creativity”: Urs Fisher Photo: Robert Banat; courtesy the artist and GagosianAt Art Basel 2017, Fisher’s plasticine replica of Rodin’s “The Kiss” took…

Art Basel, the world’s top art fair, has received a new injection of blood. Its 2024 edition (June 13-16) will be the first led by Maike Cruse.From 2013 to 2023, Cruise served as Director of Gallery Weekend Berlin (GWB). Her recent appointment is a big step: Berlin’s art market underperforms compared to its cutting-edge contemporary art scene, while Basel is known for its central role in the global art trade. But, as Cruise says, her previous role prepared her for liaising with galleries and collectors, “just on a much different scale.”Cruise joins at a time when Art Basel is rebranding,…