Opening Reception | Thursday, July 11th
Closing Reception | Thursday, July 25th
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"Fusion: The Art of Adornment and Multi-Media" is a captivating exhibition that combines the visionary talents of jewelry artist and designer Susan Horowitz with renowned fine artists Pario Max and Barbara Belknap, and floral artist Melanie Harstad..
This fashion-forward exhibit celebrates the dynamic interplay between wearable art and transformative mixed-media creations, offering a unique exploration of texture, form, and material.
The exhibit is designed to engage visitors in a sensory journey, encouraging them to explore the connections between the materials and techniques used by the artists.
The gallery will be transformed with visitors stepping onto the runway the moment they enter the gallery. Models and guests alike will be adorned, modeling the wearable art.
This will be a night of interplay between the tactile and the visual, the wearable and the decorative.
Susan Horowitz is renowned for her one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Her creations are a testament to meticulous artistry and imaginative flair, each piece telling a story through intricate details and luxurious materials.
Susan Horowitz's collection features an array of stunning pieces which push the boundaries of traditional jewelry design. From statement necklaces to intricate earrings, each piece is a unique expression of artistry and innovation, designed to be both wearable and sculptural.
Pario Max is a distinguished artist, designer, author, illustrator and gallery owner whose expansive portfolio spans hyper-realistic oil paintings, detailed collages, murals, and stunning glass installations.
Pario Max’s vision for this exhibit is a testament to her versatility and creative vision. Her large mural crafted in an elegant Art Deco-inspired style, along with her glass installation and oil paintings, perfectly complement the fashion-forward theme of the exhibition.
Barbara Belknap is a celebrated artist whose work spans from cut paper to monotypes. In this exhibit, Belknap showcases her use of solvent transfer techniques to create her distinctive, three- dimensional art.
By arranging and integrating various found objects and materials, combined with solvent transfers, she creates dynamic, intricate and textured compositions.
Barbara Belknap is a returning artist to Pario Max Gallery. Her recent AZURE exhibit was on display from May 2nd - June 28th.
Melanie Harstad is a floral artist who seamlessly blends her
analytical precision as a former attorney with her innate creative talent. Transitioning from law to floral design, Melanie uses her right and left-brain thinking to craft integrative floral designs that harmoniously combine diverse elements like textures, colors, and forms to create cohesive and powerful displays.
Melanie's work exudes a depth and sophistication that reflects her profound connection with nature and her unique ability to transform spaces through the art of floral arrangements.