contrast art show

Thursday, January 27th 5pm-1am
Friday, January 28th 5pm-1am

320 Studios
320W 37th St, 14th floor
New York, NY, 10018

"The second installation of the Contrast Art Show; an art exhibition which puts together a variation of artists, artistic movement groups, and several upcoming galleries in an attempt to show the rising trend of art in New York City. The participants include members of groups such as: the Pudding Factory Art Collective, The New York Art Page, The Art Society for the Advancement of the Spine, the Marketplace Gallery, SUDIN magazine and The American Art Gallery; all together coming in at upwards of 20 artists.

Helping to oversee the exhibition will be John Stavros the Owner of PMP Studios at his new event space 320 Studios, an old friend of Andy Warhol’s and the first art director/promoter of studio 54. On his part Mr. Stavros will exhibit more original work from Antonio Lopez. Additionally, The Contrast Art Show will present a live body painting performance, as well as a show in “painting as a study of ambidexterity” presented by Richmond transplant, Roman Zelgatas, adding to the kick off for the show."

what's this? - a little peep of a detail

goddess of water

This is the work in progress for my newest coat of arms piece. I am part of a group project called The Transplanted Project, which is a visual celebration of the West Indies culture here in New York City. There are a various visual artists involved in this project, each creating work based on a theme with a West Indian twist. My particular tale is of Mami Wata, the African water goddess, and she will be incorporated into the Trinidad and Tobago coat of arms. The project blog has regular updates of the contributors' art in progress. Very cool.

the sun rays are coming in through the window

and the project supply list:

graphite = essential

paintbrushes

oil paint box

raw wood: grain detail

p.s. organization of supplies is everything! Painting is messy enough in itself.

all mixed up

"all mixed up"

oil, graphite and acrylic on wood. 11in x 22in.
This is the newest piece in my "mannequin" series. She's just too cool for school with all her mix tapes from the 1900's. It was quite the invention when the car stereo would automatically play the B-side by playing the tape backwards.

and here's a detail:

old school

A sneak peak to my next 'mannequin' in progress, which I have a feeling will be my favorite one so far.

i love acid yellow.

ooh, dramatic studio time. i hate that easel, its uncooperative.

out to sea?

Welcome 2011!
This piece is done! It went through various color transformations through its colored pencils and oil paint life, diverting from the initially anticipated color scheme. The experimenting was completely worth it, as it added new hues and tone variations to my existing color palette. I am very satisfied with the final result.

"Lyonnaise" oil and pencils on wood. 16in x 31in

This one was inspired by my friend's coat of arms granted to his family in Lyon, France in 1556.
The heraldic seahorse symbolizes the power of water, and is an emblem of safe travel, particularly by sea. The lion traditionally symbolizes bravery, valor, strength and royalty.

be very merry !

ceres gallery opening

Our Ceres Gallery opening was absolutely amazing! The December group art show in Chelsea, NYC was a great finish to my 2010 exhibition schedule. Here is the flood of photos:

The beautiful space. Photo courtesy of Hans Wolf.

The six artists: Evan Levine, Hans Wolf, Tracy Von Becker, Chelsea Greene Lewyta, Zofia Bogusz, John C. Kuchera

I put in three oil paintings, all done on hand cut wood. The shape of each painting directly relates to its theme. A bicycle sprocket supports "popo", a narrative with two mountain bikes taken on a joy ride. A heraldic shield is the template for "bull", a coat of arms interpretation. A circle encompasses the "ambassador of desert warfare", enhancing the feeling of a radiating hot sun.

 

guests getting photographed with the work

Zofia Bogusz (me)

My great friends and artists. Photo courtesy of Carl Merkin.

Artist, friend, gallerist, Greek. Photo courtesy of Carl Merkin.

Photo courtesy of Carl Merkin.

italiana

As the main exhibiting artists we had the pleasure of inviting the people who inspire us to show a piece of their art in the adjacent gallery room.

 

Metalescent Labyrinth by Chester Potter, my guest artist.

Close up of the 3ft x 4ft functional maze. I have not yet attempted it, but a few have solved it.

The guest artists were: Kathleen Kuchera, Jamie Martinez, Maksim Noy, Jack Davletshin, Kristin Gambell, Chester Potter, Jonathan Fritz, James R. Stover, Samson Contompasis, Nathan, Greyegg Mckenna, and Al Belkin.

Special thanks to the Ceres Gallery, Stefany Benson, John C. Kuchera, the talented main artists, the guest artists and all of the guests.

chelsea nyc debut

Three realist (and surrealist) women. Three expressionist men. I am incredibly excited to announce a group art show at the Ceres Gallery in Chelsea, NYC. I along with five unique artists are debuting "The New American Art Show: the best new contemporary art of our time." This is a big deal.
Back in June 2010 we participated in "The New American Art Show" at Jadite Galleries, in nyc. This was a preview to our upcoming Chelsea event, organized by John C. Kuchera the director of American Art Gallery.

This painting is one of the three I am putting in the show.
"Sunlit memories create a reality, adorning it with courage and curiosity."
- Zofia Bogusz
zofiaart.com

"popo" oil and graphite on wood. 36in x 36in

Below are the other artists in the show. The images posted are just a peephole glimpse into their work. Check out their websites to view more.


Tracy Von Becker

"I live to make everything I touch and everyone I encounter, feel the
passion and sensuality that burns so brightly in my soul."
- Tracy Von Becker
vonbecker.com






Chelsea Greene Lewyta

"While our bodies have emerged from the forest, our souls remain tangled in flora, battling the beasts we created"
- Chelsea Greene Lewyta
cglart.com








Hans Wolf
"Hans Wolf art is a Post Neo-Expressionist celebration and requiem mass for emotions, life, love, and the pursuit to be human. "
- Hans Wolf
hanswolfart.com







John C. Kuchera

"John C. Kuchera is the creator of  The Art Disciple Series and The
Village People Series, Oil Paintings done by a new generation of
contemporary Artist."
kucherafineart.com
johnckuchera





 
Evan Levine

evanlevineart.com

SOLD dolls and balls

I just recently sold the original oil painting "Dolls and Balls" !! This piece was the last piece painted in my surf series. It is by far one of people's favorites from that collection, so its only natural that she has found herself a new home. I am very happy and excited. A big 'thank you' and 'congratulations' to the painting's new owner (a very cool lady by the way).
 

It is a humbling experience when someone connects with your personal art on a philosophical, aesthetic, and an emotional level. You get this mutual understanding and contentedness. I like it!

dolls and balls
oil and graphite on wood 10.5in x 36in

I still have the mini fishboards of this piece for sale, so no worries. I will be making more of them, and they will be included in my (very near) future online store.

coroflot.com feature

Twice this year my work was featured on Coroflot, a great online platform for design portfolios, as well as jobs in the creative field. There are some amazing artists and designs on there!
Back in February 8, 2010 "Our Lady of Low Tide" landed herself a spot in the member gallery under industrial design, and now in November 17 "Bull" received recognition. It feels nice to get some love from fellow creatives. Thank you.

our Lady of low tide
oil and graphite on wood 11in x 34in

bull
oil and pencils on wood 32in x 35in

creature feature opening

The Gowanus "Creature Feature" opening was a success. I sold the mini "Barrels of Pickle Soup". I will have photos from the opening soon.

The Gowanus Print Lab is a fully equipped screen printing workspace. They have silkscreen workshops for all levels and needs.
Check out the space and some of the sick murals.

the lounge:

mural by Cern:

mural by Noah and Cycle:

pencils and such