Author: Iris

Lidia Paladino’s artistic path has been one of evolution and exploration, initially grounded in drawing and engraving. Her interest later shifted toward textile design, where she spent a significant period immersed in its intricacies. After stepping away for a time, Paladino eventually returned to engraving, revisiting her skills and embracing new techniques that have greatly enriched her work. In 2003, she received the First Municipal Prize for Engraving, an honor that marked a pivotal moment in her career. Her artistic development includes a fascination with different media, such as handmade paper and the incorporation of found materials in relief sculptures.…

Camille Ross, born in 1964 in San Francisco, was shaped by the contrasting worlds of Berkeley’s radicalism in the 1970s and the quiet, rural life in Mississippi. Her biracial background and Cherokee heritage further deepened her understanding of identity and marginalization, becoming key influences in her work as a photographer. Her art examines the societal structures that frame how women of color are represented and understood. Her latest project, The Women, is an attempt to shift how Native American and African American women are typically depicted. Rather than being constrained by narratives of victimhood and hardship, Ross’s images show these women…

Kimberly McGuiness, an American artist, brings to life a fusion of imagination and reality, using her work to explore the realms of nature, mythology, and visual storytelling. Her vibrant pieces, often featuring majestic animals like horses and peacocks, embody freedom, beauty, and the untamed spirit. These creatures carry a symbolic weight in her art, guiding viewers into a world where creativity thrives. What sets Kimberly apart is her ability to combine artistry with practicality. Her interactive creations, such as books, journals, and coloring pages, invite engagement beyond simple observation. These works are more than visual delights—they offer a hands-on experience…

Nancy Staub Laughlin’s creative path took shape following her completion of a BFA at Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, PA. Throughout her career, her work has been showcased in a variety of venues, including galleries and museums along the East Coast. Her art has been featured in several corporate and private collections. A pivotal moment in her career came when esteemed art critic Sam Hunter praised her work, calling it “refreshingly unique.” Laughlin’s art is characterized by a strong sense of focus and intensity, and her recognizable style persists even as she continues to evolve. She explores the relationships…

San Francisco’s two-year-old Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will move to the city’s financial district in late October, taking up residence in a building known as “the Cube,” located in a complex co-owned by Donald Trump and placed on lenders’ watch lists. according to San Francisco Chroniclethe museum reached an agreement with Vornado Realty Trust, the property’s majority owner, to use the 78,000-square-foot space for two years, rent-free. Ali Gass, founding director of the San Francisco ICA, told Allergic That The museum did not comment on the “specifics of its exclusive partnership” with Vornado Realty Trust but said it was…

Clint Anthony has built a career around abstract and modern art, drawing inspiration from his two decades in New York City’s creative ecosystem. From 1996 to 2017, Clint engaged with the diverse art world of the city, blending his studies in performance at The Lee Strasberg Theatre with his artistic development at The Art Studio NYC. During his time in New York, he also curated art exhibitions at the famed Gershwin Hotel and collaborated with fellow artists in various mediums like video and photography. In 2017, he returned to Australia, bringing with him a fusion of artistic experiences and perspectives.…

Vicky Tsalamata’s La Comédie Humaine C explores the intricate balance of human existence, drawing on Honoré de Balzac’s classic work La Comédie Humaine. Through this lens, Tsalamata reflects on how unseen external forces—be they societal, historical, or technological—shape the way people experience life. Her project not only highlights this tension between individuality and larger systems but also places emphasis on the need for human connection, a need that has grown even more important in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing mixed media and archival prints on Photo Rag Hahnemuehle 100% cotton art paper, Tsalamata brings a tactile element to her examination of…

Montreal-based artist Adamo Macri embraces a variety of creative forms, including sculpture, photography, video, painting, and drawing, to delve into themes of identity, nature, and human experience. His art defies conventional boundaries, blending his own existence with his creations to produce works that feel more like an unfolding narrative than fixed objects. For Macri, art is not something external—it is intertwined with his own being, each piece acting as a chapter in a larger story of personal and artistic transformation. A hallmark of Macri’s approach is his willingness to use his physical body as part of his work. He often…

Annie Sliwka’s introduction to lacquer was almost accidental, but it quickly became an integral part of her artistic expression. What began as an experiment turned into a powerful tool that has allowed her to convey her deep appreciation for the natural world. Lacquer, for Sliwka, is not merely a material but a conduit through which she can translate the subtleties of light, texture, and emotion into something tangible. Her art blurs the line between what is revealed and what is concealed, evoking a sense of wonder in the viewer. The sleek, reflective properties of lacquer lend themselves perfectly to Sliwka’s…

Bonnie Levinson’s work spans painting, collage, mixed media, and photography, all woven into a personal and evolving artistic practice. Her art is less about the end result and more about the ongoing journey, where her intuition leads the way, and unexpected turns are embraced. Levinson sees art as a fluid process, one where control meets spontaneity, and through this, her inner world connects with the spaces she inhabits. Her 2022 painting The Keys to Light reflects this relationship with her surroundings. Created after relocating to Florida, the large 72×60-inch acrylic on canvas captures the mood of her environment. Levinson’s use…