Color Theater - Gold

Curator Statement

Gold has always been a symbol of luxury, power, and transcendence. In this exhibition, we explore its many facets—not only as a precious metal but as a medium that transforms artistic boundaries.

As a sculptural artist, my practice is rooted in the interplay of form and surface. Curating this exhibition has been an enriching experience, allowing me to connect with artists who work in different mediums but share a fascination with gold. Each artist in this show brings a unique perspective to the theme, whether it’s through painting, sculpting, or mixed media, highlighting the versatility and depth of gold as an artistic element.

Being the curator of this show, among these talented artists, I found joy in discovering how each of us interprets gold in our work. My own pieces explore gold's tactile qualities, inviting viewers to engage with the material in a physical and sensory way. In contrast, the other works in the exhibition offer a diverse range of experiences, from the visual to the conceptual, all unified by the luminous presence of gold.

I invite you to immerse yourself in this golden world, where each piece offers a different narrative, yet all are connected by the shared language of gold.

By Eve B & Karolina Karlsson

Figurate Artists

Eve B

Eve B. is an independent Australian sculptural artist based in Manhattan, New York, known for her intricate dimensional pieces.
With a background in performance and production, she seeks to bring joy as a catalyst through all of her art.
Her journey began out of a desire to create art for herself and she fell in love with the process of producing dynamic and uplifting textured works. Eve aims to bring people right into the present moment with curiosity and wonder. Consumed by the process of becoming, her art is driven by exploration and growth.

Karolina Karlsson

Karolina Karlsson (b. 1995) is a self-taught Swedish artist based between New York and St. Barth’s. Neutrals marks the debut of her curatorial career and the inaugural exhibition of the Color Theatre Collection series, which explores the nuanced impact of individual colors in art.
Focusing on neutral tones, this exhibit delves into their role as a canvas for balance, subtlety, and harmony. Neutrals, central to minimalism, strip away excess to reveal the essence of form and space. Through diverse artistic interpretations, the show uncovers how these colors evoke calmness and depth, inviting viewers to engage with their understated complexities. Each subsequent exhibit in the series will continue to explore the unique significance of different colors in art.
Karlsson has exhibited at Spectrum/Red Dot Art Fair during Miami Art Week, Maison Pelican in St. Barths, and her Manhattan studio. Her work draws inspiration from the human form, food, and minimalist patterns, using monochromatic colors to create aesthetically pleasing, playful yet modest designs.

Christina Lynch-Burgdorf

I am a self trained abstract artist and certified yoga instructor. As a fluid abstract painter I look at my canvas similarly to the way I look to my yoga mat, with movement, grace, and fluidity whether it’s paint on my canvas or my movements on my mat. I am inspired not only by my yoga practice but nature itself. A hike through the woods can bring clarity and creativity. My passion for abstract art and my knowledge and love as a yoga instructor blend creativity and mindfulness, that I feel creates art that exudes grace, movement, and fluidity.

As an abstract artist, I embrace the freedom of expression and experimentation. My work reflects my inner world, as I explore the depths of emotions, thoughts, and experiences through vibrant colors, bold brushstrokes, and a variety of textures. I aim for each piece of art to be a visual journey, inviting viewers to interpret and connect with their own personal stories.

In both my art and my yoga practice, I like to emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfections and finding beauty in the unconventional. I believe that true grace and fluidity stem from embracing the unpredictable nature of life and art, allowing for growth, transformation, and self-discovery.

I hope my art inspires the viewer to explore their own possibilities of expression, passion and individuality as it has done for me. I am grateful and honored to share what I create with others.

My art business has been designated as a "Trusted Art Seller" with The Art Storefronts Organization, which means you can shop with confidence, and know that I stand behind the quality and value of my products.

Michael Wolf

Michael Wolf is an NYC area artist whose work encompasses sculpture, installation, and drawing. Inspired by architectural forms, he uses them as a metaphor for the human experience. The desire for shelter physically and psychologically permeates his work. Wolf uses wood, stone, metal, and gold leaf to create contemporary art with an ongoing dialogue with history.

Wolf's large installations have been exhibited at the Orlando Museum of Art, the Future of Cities Climate and Innovation Hub, during Miami Art Week, the Center for Contemporary Art, The College of St. Elizabeth, and 1165 6th Avenue, NYC. He worked with the New York City Parks Department to install a public sculpture on the Lower East Side’s Allen St. Mall for the summer of 2022.

In 2020 Wolf participated in an artist residency at Mana Contemporary sponsored by the Eileen S. Kaminsky Family Foundation. The drawings he completed during the residency led to a series of sculptures and a solo show at the Visual Arts Center of NJ. Wolf received individual fellowship grants from the NJ State Council of the Arts and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. He received the Power of Art Award, personally presented by Robert Rauschenberg at the East Wing of the National Gallery.

Monica King Projects presented his work at Intersect Aspen and online at Intersect Chicago/SOFA. His sculpture Sanctum was highlighted in the penthouse at 100 Franklin in Tribeca. Other exhibitions include a solo show at the Sculptors Guild Gallery in Dumbo, Brooklyn, and I'm Your Venus at Bee in the Lion Gallery in Manhattan. Wolf's first international project was released in the spring of 2022. The organizers of The Bau Container of Contemporary Culture, based in Viareggio, Italy, invited Wolf to create a series of 120 prints to be included in the 18th edition of BAU Container. The container has been placed in the Palazzo Reale and the Museo del Novecento, both in Milan, Italy.

Dennis Protsouk

Born in Ventspils, Latvia, in 1987, Dennis Protsouk entered the world amidst the fading backdrop of the Soviet Union—a time of transition and cultural flux. Raised within the hallowed halls of the Repin Art Academy in St. Petersburg, Dennis was immersed in the art world from birth. His father, Andrei Protsouk, was completing his Ph.D. in Fine Art Painting (awarded the prestigious Red Diploma) when Dennis was introduced to a life steeped in creativity. Growing up as the only child of two dedicated artists, he began painting from a very young age, nurtured by an environment where art was a passion, a livelihood, and a legacy.
In 1994, the Protsouk family moved to the United States, where Andrei established himself as a renowned artist, celebrated for his mastery of European painting techniques. Dennis, in turn, became his father's apprentice and student, he absorbed the rich traditions of Spanish and Italian painting techniques from his father while cultivating his unique voice. As Dennis developed his style, his work diverged from his father's precise and controlled approach, favoring instead a more expressive interpretation that serves as a social commentary on contemporary life.
Dennis’s work explores modern themes through a dynamic lens, bridging the past with the present, and infusing classical techniques with fresh perspectives. Alongside his artistic endeavors, Dennis is also an accomplished art entrepreneur. He manages Andrei Art Gallery and Studio in Stroudsburg, PA, where he represents his father's works and many other contemporary artists while also promoting his own and exhibiting in various art fairs. A graduate of the Fox School of Business at Temple University with a B.A. in International Business and Marketing, Dennis blends his creative passions with his professional skills, continuously pushing boundaries both in the studio and the gallery space.
Always open to new commissions and ventures, Dennis offers a range of unique originals and limited editions of his work, inviting collectors to join in his journey of artistic exploration.
You can follow Dennis on Instagram @dennis_andreevich or contact with him through his Andrei Art Gallery website andreiart.com/contact.

Gareb Shamus

Gareb Shamus is an American contemporary painter. His paintings are noted for breaking the ‘3rd wall’ with their three-dimensional textures and use of a proprietary painting technique designed and developed to provoke conversation by reaching out to the viewer
Gareb’s positivity and optimism for life are evident in his paintings through his use of colors and designs. Each drop is deliberate, yet collectively they form a very organic structure
Gareb sees no boundaries between his art, business, and personal life, and feels everything is culturally connected. His success as the founder of Comic Con and publisher of Wizard magazine transformed the Superhero genre worldwide. This global phenomenon taught him to trust his instincts and to forge ahead where others may be intimidated.
Gareb’s artwork appears in galleries, homes, and hotels worldwide. He has recently showed at the LA Art Fair, SCOPE and Context during Miami Art Basel.

CHARLOTTE JANE OEDEKOVEN

Canadian born Artist Charlotte Jane Oedekoven grew up in Munich, Germany, where she attended art classes at the Munich Art Academy (Akademie der Kuenste) from age 8-16. After 2 years of Art History and Philosophy at the University of Munich (LMU) she moved to North West Germany for a one-year internship in Graphic- and Product Design (at Lehrinstitut fuer Design Rheda-Wiedenbrueck)
Following this internship, she moved to Zurich, Switzerland, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Scenographic Design at the Zurich University of Art & Design ZHDK (Zuericher Universities der Kuenste).
Charlotte emigrated to Miami/FL afterwards and has lived since in the United States, pursuing her art career, while working as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator, interior- and stage designer.
Her art has been on display at numerous shows and galleries throughout Miami (now Contemporary, Wyn317, Gallery 212, CMYK gallery, Red Square Gallery..) as well as in New York City. Some of he works have been sold at major street art auctions for FAAM (Fine Art Auctions Miami) among pieces by Banksy, London police, Shepard Fairey etc) And she has exhibited at international art fairs in Miami (Scope, Red Dot and Art Miami). Since May 2024

Award-winning artist Susan Verekar’s paintings have been featured in solo and group exhibitions in galleries throughout the United States and abroad, including the Hampton’s Fine Art Fair in Southampton, NY, the Affordoable Art Fair in Manhattan, NY, Pivot Point Gallery in Knoxville, TN, Kefi Art Gallery in Toronto; Swiss Art Expo in Zurich, Biennale Art Expo in Venice, Italy; Camelback Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ; Fusion Art in Palm Springs, CA; and Art Show International in Los Angeles, CA. Susan Verekar, a native of Portland, Oregon, was discovered very young for having a significant musical talent. She has always been drawn to color, hearing music as different shades and hues. After college, she explored other fields. While she achieved success, something was always missing. She moved to Tennessee and started painting, falling in love with the raw emotion and self expression of exploring color and angles. Verekar works in her studio at the base of the Smoky Mountains. She lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, with her doting husband, strong willed five-year-old daughter, and two crazy cats. Her future plans include more travel to capture diverse inspiration and a VR exhibition of her work.

Award-winning artist Susan Verekar’s paintings have been featured in solo and group exhibitions in galleries throughout the United States and abroad, including the Hampton’s Fine Art Fair in Southampton, NY, the Affordoable Art Fair in Manhattan, NY, Pivot Point Gallery in Knoxville, TN, Kefi Art Gallery in Toronto; Swiss Art Expo in Zurich, Biennale Art Expo in Venice, Italy; Camelback Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ; Fusion Art in Palm Springs, CA; and Art Show International in Los Angeles, CA.

Susan Verekar, a native of Portland, Oregon, was discovered very young for having a significant musical talent. She has always been drawn to color, hearing music as different shades and hues. After college, she explored other fields. While she achieved success, something was always missing. She moved to Tennessee and started painting, falling in love with the raw emotion and self expression of exploring color and angles.

Verekar works in her studio at the base of the Smoky Mountains. She lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, with her doting husband, strong willed five-year-old daughter,

and two crazy cats. Her future plans include more travel to capture diverse inspiration and a VR exhibition of her work.

michele simonetti

I paint minimalist abstract compositions that explore the relationship between real and imagined worlds, personal and collective memories. living in new york city, my inspiration comes from my immediate surroundings: the corner of a townhouse, the curved edge of a rooftop, the silhouette of a skyscraper. the original urban references, however, are stripped of any specific feature to achieve purity of lines, colors, and geometries. In doing so, I seek to cre ate generic and familiar landscapes that evoke memories that are intimate and personal.
the use of ample negative space and stark chromatic contrasts are further invitations for the viewer to fill the voids with their own imagination and identify in each piece. by exploring a shared visual language, I discover the fascinating complexity of human perception.
artist bio
michele simonetti [b. 1976, italy] lives and works in brooklyn, new york. after receiving his masters in architecture at the university of florence [2002], he developed a passion for architectural brutalism and minimalism. he moved to new york in 2014, where he expanded his interest to the intersection of architecture and contemporary art. through a play between abstraction and representation, his painting practice explores the relationship between real and imagined worlds, personal and collective memories. recent exhibitions include group shows in new york and miami [us], milan and florence [it], and the solo shows “the advent of modernity” at agora gallery, new york [us] and “trasposizioni” at breckenridge gallery, tuscany [it].
www.michele-simonetti.com
m.simonetti76@gmail.com
ig @michele_simonetti_art
©2024

Loy Luo

Loy Luo is a New York-based artist and gallerist with a master’s degree from the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology. She has also taught art at the Beijing Institute of Science and Technology Management.
As the proprietor of Loy Luo Space, Luo created the Color Theatre Collection, an innovative series of art exhibits hosted at her prime Tribeca gallery. Every 10 days, the gallery transforms with a new color theme, offering a vibrant and immersive experience for visitors. Each exhibit is meticulously curated, showcasing works from accomplished artists who explore the depth and versatility of the chosen color. This rotating series not only highlights the beauty of each color but also demonstrates the unique interpretations and creativity of the participating artists.
Luo’s artistic focus spans painting, sculpting, concept and performance art, poetry, vocal performance, and writing. Her work has been exhibited and collected in countries including China, Italy, France, the United States, Germany, Belgium, Sweden, and Australia.

MICHAEL DEWHIRS

As an artist I enjoy seamlessly weaving together diverse mediums and styles to create captivating works of art. With a palette that spans from the vibrant hues of pop art to the emotive depths of abstract expressionism, My fearless exploration of experimental techniques pushes the boundaries of traditional art forms, inviting viewers into a realm where
imagination knows no bounds.
As both an artist and a
photographer, I love to harness the power of visual storytelling to evoke profound emotional responses. Drawing from my experiences behind the lens, I infuse my mixed-media works with the raw authenticity of photography, blurring the lines between reality and abstraction. Each piece becomes a layered narrative, inviting viewers to unravel the complexities of perception and interpretation.
My artistic journey is a testament to my relentless pursuit of creative expression. With each brushstroke and shutter click, I invite audiences to embark on a journey of discovery, challenging them to see the world through a new lens.