Art Expo is always an anticipated grand event of the year.
Pier 94 is a perfect New York setting for this colorful Spring gathering of
global talent. A kaleidoscope of local and world renowned artists does not
disappoint and surprises gasping visitors over and over again. Each talent gets
plenty of long awaited admiration and exposure. This year’s show was filled
with familiar extravagance of diverse artistic styles; from classical to
impressionism, modern to abstract, and beyond. Lots of creative three
dimensional pieces like Michael Cuomo’s sculptures (www.michaelcuomoart.com)
made from unexpected materials including recycled toys or everyday objects. A
wall of red roses titled “Scent of Love” by www.dminc.it evoked a scene from a
steamy romance novel. Barbara Tyler Ahlfield presented her Pose Series of
models in exquisite gowns and had the crowds in the palm of her hand.
Several inspired painters delighted the viewers with
incredibly realistic masterpieces worthy of museum walls. Whimsical paintings
displayed abstract messages within playful silhouettes. Realistic flower
arrangements by several accomplished and aspiring talents graced the walls of
the Manhattan venue. Larisa Psaryova of Russia displayed her lifelike floral still-life
compositions. One could almost smell the aroma of peonies and roses.
A few unique works by photographers caught my eye. A
collection of frozen flowers by Zinchik (www.zinchick.net)
was very appropriate for this unusually cold season. Stunning images by Jordan
Matter (www.jordanmatter.com) gracefully displayed colorfully dressed dancers
in unlikely scenes.
Artists are known for their inventiveness. This year’s favorite of mine was Peter W. Hart
(PETERwHart.com). I was delighted by this artist’s use of rice, pasta and
glitter together with acrylic paint. These materials together created textures
and various 3D effects on brightly colored canvases. Another showstopper was
the holographic collection by a Japanese artist. The viewer was almost afraid
to step closer to this virtual Rabbit hole, although it was fun to imagine
these creations in your own home.
Carlos & Albert’s 2013 collection of amusing animal
sculptures was a pure delight and drew crowds of visitors eager to pose next to
these loveable creatures (www.carlosalbert.com).
Altogether the show was stimulating for anyone’s imagination
and definitely guaranteed a welcome flow of endorphins to ignite a creative flame.
Diana Sorkin
www.dianasmurals.com for www.RussianMix.com
