Come and support Debbie and continue being inspired by her artistic growth and weaving imagery.
Surface, Strata and Substance
Featuring Works by Deborah Silver, Cindy I. Smith and Steven J. Simmons
Three artists with unique methods of combining materials converge at Beachwood Community Center Gallery.
August 17 – September 11
Opening Reception: Sunday, August 21st, 1-2:30 pm
Closing Reception: Sunday, September 11th, 1-2:30 pm
Beachwood Community Center Gallery
25325 Fairmount Blvd Monday – Friday 9-4
Beachwood, OH 44122 Saturday 10-3
Beachwood, OH 44122 Saturday 10-3
216-292-1911 Sunday 10-1
Deborah Silver is a fiber artist whose weavings combine her interest in tribal imagery with contemporary faces. Her work is inspired by the increased cross-cultural nature of our world, with an emphasis on our collective history.
Deborah’s most recent series of works involve cutting into her own personal history of solely woven pieces. By literally slicing through weavings of contemporary and tribal images, Deborah figuratively cuts through time to expose the past. The underlying imagery reveals an older stratum of history based upon archeological finds and early architecture. These ancient sites, fossils, cave paintings and petroglyphs represent links to society’s shared heritage. www.deborahsilverstudio.com
The paintings of Cindy I. Smith evoke rhythm, pattern and process with special emphasis on texture and surface treatments. Cindy enjoys the uncertainty and budding discovery resulting from her blends of permanent inks with acrylics on canvas, panel board, wood and paper. Her color choices, frequent use of the squeegee and her top layer line work create organic, path-like patterns on textured surfaces that ultimately pull the viewer into her works.
Cindy approaches her work in the same manner as Helen Frankenthaler who once stated, “I’d rather risk an ugly surprise than rely on things I know I can do.” As a result, Cindy creates unique, engaging abstracts that result in an absorbing and meaningful dialogue with the viewer. www.cindyismith.com
Steven J. Simmons specializes in flowing abstractions and three-dimensional works. Steve’s boldly colored works reflect his child-like fascinations with surfing, water, wind, the cosmos and nature. Deep, electric blues and crashing waves are common motifs.
As a self-taught visionary artist, Steve’s works arise from an innate personal vision that revels foremost in the creative act itself. For example, his unorthodox yet frequent use of epoxy resin and fiberglass emerged by “accident” while learning to repair his damaged surfboard several years ago. The use of these materials along with spray-paint, tempera and acrylics lead to deeply layered visuals with shiny, tactile surfaces. Steve’s works serve as a seductive call to connect, open up, and share. www.stevenjsimmons.com
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