Category Visual Arts

DAVID OLESKI

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why?  DO: I have two bodies of work. Initially I painted large contemporary still-life paintings, so the category might be “representational impressionist still life oil paintings”, but in the past 7 years I have transitioned into a […]

SHAYNA KLEE / THE PURPLE PALACE

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? SK: My work explores a variety of topics including internet identities, solitude and the pull between our physical realities and the surreal mind. This manifests itself through the creation of colorful and vibrant installations where I […]

ULA EINSTEIN

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? UE: Multi-disciplinary conceptual abstract explorations, the nature of creative tension. CH.89: Where do you draw your inspiration from? UE: Drawing in, drawing out, the micro, the macro, aerial views, nature, science, music, topography, alchemy. CH.89: Can […]

SARAH HOWELL

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? SH: My work sits somewhere between art and illustration, not sure which it is or if they are the same thing now! I use a lot of collage and painting but it all comes together on […]

SIMON GUSH

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? SG: I don’t know how to answer this. I have always wanted to be somewhat without a specific style, maybe something more fluid. CH.89: Where do you draw your inspiration from? SG: I look in as many places as […]

MARLEIGH CULVER

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? MC: My work is vibrant and trying to be forward style-wise while using elements of fine arts visual language and aged textures. I try to give my pieces spirit. I don’t think it’s something that can be called […]

MICHAEL MACGARRY

CH.89:  If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? MM: Formally my focus is on sculpture and narrative filmmaking, whilst thematically I am interested and concerned with the ongoing ramifications of imperialism on the African continent. CH.89: Where do you draw your inspiration from? MM: Newspapers, news magazines, […]

KATY SMAIL

CH.89: If you were to categorize or describe the style of your artwork, what would it be and why? KT: I don’t really like to categorize my style; my favorite thing about what I do is the sweeping variety. I like to paint portraits, design logos, illustrate stories, build paper sets, collaborate with photographers, make […]