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GRACE AND VALOR

Anne Torpe | Julia Mann | Rubica von Streng | Solomiya Zelenska

09 MARCH - 03 APRIL 2024

Vernissage 16:00 - 20:00 | Music & Refreshments | Free Entry 

Galerie Sara Lily Perez is thrilled to announce the opening of International Women's Month; with ''Grace and Valor'' This showcase, features the works of Anne Torpe, Julia Mann, Rubica von Streng, and Solomiya Zelensca;drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of female archetypes, from the nurturing warmth of the mother to the fierce warrior spirit of the goddess. It pays homage to the complexity of female roles and identities, transcending time and culture to highlight the universal themes of strength, resilience, and elegance. The exhibition is a testament to the power of art to evoke empathy, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the diversity and richness of the female experience.

FEATURED ARTIST


SOLOMIYA ZELENSKA

Transitions from fashion to painting, focusing on the nuances of daily life through a minimalist lens that highlights ordinary moments with emotional depth. Her spontaneous creative process reflects both personal resilience and the collective spirit of the Ukrainian art community. Zelenska's work, deeply rooted in her cultural heritage, engages themes of resilience, identity, and human complexity, inviting viewers into a reflective dialogue.


RUBICA VON STRENG

Based in the vibrant heart of Berlin, Rubica von Streng emerges as a masterful artist with an esteemed Master of Arts degree from the Universität der Künste Berlin. Her acclaimed "PortLand" series navigates the forefront of contemporary discourse, weaving together the critical threads of environmental activism and societal evolution within the canvas of abstract expressionism. Von Streng's artistry illuminates complex narratives with an ethereal touch, inviting an immersive dialogue with the urgencies of today through her refined manipulation of color and form.


JULIA MANN

Julia Mann, born in 1987 in Landau, discovered her passion for art at 19. After a hiatus, she returned to her artistic pursuits with vigor in 2020. Mann's work is known for its special colorful and powerful presentation, aiming to visually challenge and engage viewers. Her use of strong, eye-catching colors conveys an intense, urban attitude to life, inviting people to dream of other worlds. Her exhibitions, including those at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Mainz and Galerie Textor 74 in Frankfurt, reflect her desire to fill hearts with joy through her artwork.


ANNE TORPE

Anne Torpe, born in 1981 in Denmark, has distinctively positioned herself within the contemporary art landscape through her captivating portrayals of mundane moments enveloped in cinematic atmospheres. Her artistry merges memories with modern life, showcasing non-binary characters in glamorous settings, all while incorporating abstract perspectives in a figurative cubism manner. Torpe's paintings delve into the delicate and uncertain nature of our perceived reality, crafting complex images that draw viewers into a fabricated, experiential world deeply ingrained in modernist history.

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