My works are most of representational, some are abstracts as objects as lights floated in a space in silence, or a frozen land scape, the view beyond window with rain drops. Either abstract or representational, I aim to depict the atmosphere of the confined space, naturally composed and naturally existing objects in my works. It is a most important for my works, because I hope that my works will become a window of healing to calm one?s mind.

Nadia works by commission and loves meeting her fury clients. Capturing each pets? unique character is the challenge that she enjoys most. She hopes to use her talent to bring joy to those who see her work. Nadia?s folksy painting style has be described as a fusion of Roy de Forest?s playfulness and Alice Neel?s quirkiness.

There are interior masses of atmospheric forms rising above water and land that create an illusion of multiple horizons. I am interested in creating a dialog between landscape and cultivating metaphors which are inherently abstract. Exploring sea and land simultaneously with the formal aspects of color and light.

Details of the painting: Chromatic Sequence No. 18, Time Immemorial. 2010. Gold leaf (24 carat), natural and mineral pigments in casein distemper and oil on linen on panel. Diptych: 165 x 219 cm / 65 x 86.2 in

Michael Arthur uses no pencils and no rough drafts in his work; each drawing is a pen and ink live reaction to the moment. Michael is the official Archival Artist for Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater in New York City, where he draws artists during sound checks and performances. As “Toxey Goodwater,” Michael performs with the indie folk-rock art collective, Balthrop, Alabama, drawing live as they play live in concern. Michael’s work has been featured in The New York Times and on line at Vanity Fair. His drawings have appeared in Artillery Magazine, The Sondheim Review, Covers, Brooklyn Vegan, Music Is Art and numerous artist websites. His videos for Josh Ritter, Sxip Shirey, Balthrop, Alabama, Mike Viola and others are available for viewing on YouTube.

Featured image – ‘Angels at the Gate.’ Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.