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VII: VARIATIONS & THEMES
O'DELLE ABNEY, KAREN FITZGERALD, K. KOBAYASHI, SHARON LIGORNER,
MONIQUE LUCHETTI, JUDITH OSTROWITZ, and MOSHGAN REZANIA
November 21 - December 27, 2024
VII: VARIATIONS & THEMES
O'DELLE ABNEY, KAREN FITZGERALD, K.KOBAYASHI,
SHARON LIGORNER, MONIQUE LUCHETTI,
JUDITH OSTROWITZ, and MOSHGAN REZANIA
VII: VARIATIONS & THEMES presents seven artists, including those from our distinguished roster: K. KOBAYASHI, SHARON LIGORNER, MONIQUE LUCHETTI, JUDITH OSTROWITZ, and MOSHGAN REZANIA, alongside the exciting debut of two new artists, O'DELLE ABNEY and KAREN FITZGERALD.
This exhibition showcases the distinctive techniques and conceptual depth of each artist, offering a glimpse into the underlying motivations that drive their creative processes. Although their styles range from abstract to representational, all share a foundation of technical mastery and boundless imagination. Each artist brings a unique voice, transforming ideas into artworks that contribute to the rich fabric of contemporary art.
The gallery’s ongoing commitment to supporting artists whose work engages with themes such as the natural world, philosophical & spiritual inquiry, cultural identity, and process-oriented methodologies is evident in this cohesive yet eclectic presentation.
THE NATURAL WORLD
HUMMINGBIRD, 2014. Collage on paper, 8 x 6 in.
WINDOW, 2024. Collage on paper, 8 x 6 in.
SHARON LIGORNER, who lives and works in Massachusetts, finds inspiration in the universal shapes, patterns, and geometry inherent in the natural world, bringing these forms to life through intricate collages. She assembles magazine cutouts and abstract shapes, where colors and forms harmonize to reveal beauty in unexpected places.
Her collage works Hummingbird, Window, and Interior Sign convey the joy of uniting disparate elements, with each cut-out settling naturally into a vivacious expression of our connection to the world around us.
INTERIOR SIGN, 2024. Collage on paper, 9 x 9 in.
A CLOSER LOOK AT SHARON LIGORNER'S COLLAGE ARTWORKS
ANTHROPOCENE I, 2021. Pencil, gouache, and gesso on Nepalese Lokta paper, 48 x 39 in.
In her latest series, Invasive Plants, Hudson Valley artist MONIQUE LUCHETTI examines the intricate ecosystems beneath our feet. Prompted by her experience cultivating a native garden upstate and her study of mycelium networks that connect plants and trees, Luchetti’s drawings reveal the hidden networks of roots and the cycles of decay and renewal within the soil. Her work reflects on the ecological balance between native and invasive species, questioning which plants are truly “welcome” and emphasizing the essential interconnectedness of the earth and its ecosystems.
INVASIVE WEED-VICAR MEAD ANGELICA SYLVESTRIS, 2024
Pencil, gouache, acrylic, and gesso on Nepalese Lokta paper, 30 x 20 in.
INVASIVE WEED - CLOVER / TRIFOLIUM TRICHOCEPHALUM, 2024
Pencil, gouache, acrylic, and gesso on Nepalese Lokta paper, 30 x 20 in.
BY THE OCEAN II, 2021. Oil and acrylic on canvas, 24 x 24 in. / Frame: 25 x 25 in.
Iranian-born, Westchester-based artist MOSHGAN REZANIA channels her deep connection to the natural world into bold, color-rich landscapes. Her abstract expressionist plein air impasto works depict nature’s dynamism through sweeping brushstrokes and bold abstractions. Conveying both the vitality and tranquility of landscapes, Moshgan’s multi-layered paintings exemplify a sense of wonder and an appreciation for the insights that Mother Nature impart.
BLUE SYMPHONY 1, 2022. Acrylic on canvas, 32 x 50 in. / Frame: 33 x 51 in.
STUDIO WALK-THROUGH with MOSHGAN REZANIA
PHILOSOPHICAL & SPIRITUAL INQUIRY
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New York City artist KAREN FITZGERALD's luminous tondo paintings focuses on the elusive relationship between light and spirit. She employs layered surfaces of mica, Venetian plaster, and oil, surrounding each with a ring of metallic gilding. The gilded rings encircling the paintings function as a distinctive mark, akin to a halo—a nod toward the metaphysical. Fitzgerald’s work serves as visual bridge between the material and spiritual worlds.
HEARING THE LIGHT, 2020
Mica, Venetian plaster, and 23k gold on Yupo paper mounted on panel
24 in. diameter
“My thoughts and ideas become form in the paintings I create. Without this connective process, I unravel. It is a cord that grounds me." — Canvas Rebel, 2024
Light Rising, Earendel (named after the Webb telescope’s discovery of the ancient star), and Hearing the Light, are part of a series entitled What the Light Saw, offering pictorial speculations on the energies illuminating our universe and the unification of matter and spirit. Through subtle shifts in color and texture, Fitzgerald’s artwork reflects on the unseen forces around us.
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LIGHT RISING, EARENDEL, 2022
Oil, mica, Venetian plaster, and 22k Moon gold on Yupo paper mounted on panel
24 in. diameter
THE PERFECTED MATTER ATTRACTS THE FIRE OF HEAVEN, 2023. Acrylic paint, pumice gel, and archival ink on canvas, 41 x 84 in.
New York City-based artist JUDITH OSTROWITZ integrates her work with the symbolic language of alchemy, Qabalah, and Tarot, producing surreal compositions that unify the mundane and mystical worlds. In First Three, she depicts the alchemical elements—Mercury, Sulphur, and Salt—as symbols of Mind, Desire, and Substance. Motifs like a bird in flight, a fiery hoop, and an indigo square embody these principles in flux.
In The Perfected Matter Attracts the Fire of Heaven, rough-hewn stones—one featuring a circular opening at its center revealing a patch of blue sky and another draped and subdued—hover alongside other abstract rocks in their own dimension. These symbol-laden panoramas signify the pathway of transformation, guided by a fiery phoenix that symbolizes success and renewal.
FIRST THREE, 2024. Acrylic paint and archival ink on canvas, 46 x 97 in.
DETAIL VIEW OF JUDITH OSTROWITZ'S PAINTING "FIRST THREE"
WORLD CULTURE
K. KOBAYASHI, a Japanese artist now based in New York City, blends Color Field painting with abstract expressionism to create powerful, evocative works. Her pieces often integrate elements of Shodo—an ancient Japanese art of calligraphy, or “the way of writing”—infusing her compositions with graceful, flowing strokes.
UNTITLED, 2021. Acrylic on paper, 9 x 8 in.
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UNTITLED, 2022. Oil on wood, 6 x 12 in.
Working primarily with acrylic and oil, she builds dense, gestural compositions marked by bold, autumnal color fields. Through these works, Kobayashi draws from her memories, encapsulating the ephemeral yet enduring essence of her experiences and heritage.
UNTITLED, 2024. Oil on Yupo paper, 14 x 11 in.
PROCESS-DRIVEN
ETHEREAL SERIES 10, 2024. Mixed media on paper, 20 x 24 in. / Frame: 20.25 x 24.25 in.
Long-time New Yorker, O'DELLE ABNEY Ethereal Series demonstrates the dramatic power of the poured painting technique, where fluid layers and expressive brushstrokes merge to create a powerful sense of movement.
Beginning with a solid, sprayed base on a white paper board, Abney builds upon this foundation with an active, fluid second layer of poured paint that adds a sense of immediacy and unpredictability. The surrounding space is filled with wave-like lines that reach the borders, amplifying the energy within each composition.
Rich, complementary hues and gestural, emotionally charged brushstrokes become central elements, balancing structure and fluidity. Through this experimental process, Abney achieves visually compelling harmony.
Abney says:
"By letting paint do what paint does, I am able to experience the natural flow of nature, be it microscopic, aerial or global, the view is the same." "
ETHEREAL SERIES 08, 2024. Mixed media on paper, 20 x 24 in. / Frame: 20.25 x 24.25 in.
VIEW THE MULTIPLE LAYERS IN O'DELLE ABNEY'S WORK ON PAPER, "ETHEREAL SERIES 10"
EXHIBITION INSTALLATION
