Folsom Arts Association
An Exploration of Contrast: The Unifying Principle
2020 has been an interesting year to say the least. The social unrest of the past few weeks on top of a nation beleaguered by the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic has brought us challenge after painful challenge. In such times, artists have an opportunity to reflect the times through their artwork.
Members have been invited to submit artwork for this live virtual exhibit that explores the theme: Contrast.
Contrast as a noun often means “opposite”: for example, black is the opposite of white, and so there’s a contrast between black ink and white paper. Contrast as a verb generally means identifying and exploring differences. In art, as in life, much beauty comes in the juxtaposition of contrasts.
The endeavor of this artistic exercise is to contemplate life in all its differences and all its fundamental unity, and to transmit those thoughts and feelings to the observer. This could be a spontaneous expression of the artist’s own response to our current social situations or a meditated formulation of the theme presented. The desired end result is a positive statement of the value and inherent beauty in differences. We seek to provide an avenue for artistic voicing and for growth into a kinder, more deliberately compassionate community.
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Evening Stroll
Carrie Repking
Carrie Repking
Diversity’s Harvest
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
California is richer for the inclusiveness we share and the people we harvest.
The Importance of Kids Being in School
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
This gourd represents my frustrations with the decision to keep kids out of school for an extended time, due to the latest increase of positive tests. I’m a retired teacher who recognizes the importance of kids being in school for all levels of learning. Academics are only one small part of what kids learn in school. They are missing socialization with friends in play, the arts and sports. That’s what I’ve expressed in creating this gourd sculpture.
The Importance of Kids Being in School
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
This gourd represents my frustrations with the decision to keep kids out of school for an extended time, due to the latest increase of positive tests. I’m a retired teacher who recognizes the importance of kids being in school for all levels of learning. Academics are only one small part of what kids learn in school. They are missing socialization with friends in play, the arts and sports. That’s what I’ve expressed in creating this gourd sculpture.
The Importance of Kids Being in School
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
This gourd represents my frustrations with the decision to keep kids out of school for an extended time, due to the latest increase of positive tests. I’m a retired teacher who recognizes the importance of kids being in school for all levels of learning. Academics are only one small part of what kids learn in school. They are missing socialization with friends in play, the arts and sports. That’s what I’ve expressed in creating this gourd sculpture.
The Importance of Kids Being in School
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
This gourd represents my frustrations with the decision to keep kids out of school for an extended time, due to the latest increase of positive tests. I’m a retired teacher who recognizes the importance of kids being in school for all levels of learning. Academics are only one small part of what kids learn in school. They are missing socialization with friends in play, the arts and sports. That’s what I’ve expressed in creating this gourd sculpture.
The Importance of Kids Being in School
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
This gourd represents my frustrations with the decision to keep kids out of school for an extended time, due to the latest increase of positive tests. I’m a retired teacher who recognizes the importance of kids being in school for all levels of learning. Academics are only one small part of what kids learn in school. They are missing socialization with friends in play, the arts and sports. That’s what I’ve expressed in creating this gourd sculpture.
Bouquets of Love
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
A gift of gratitude and love always comes from the Heart that beats loudly.
Hope Fights for Liberty
Esperanza
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
Esperanza
Rosanna Sena-Garcia
Liberty for all is a dream yet to be realized.
Each One Different;
Better Together
Kritika Bala
Better Together
Kritika Bala
Is contrast real or the result of (mis)labels? Can 'blue' exist without 'orange' ? How many 'blue' lines are actually 'brown'? Would 'brown' 'lines' appear 'blue' if not for 'orange blobs'? My experiment with polarized contrasts resulted in an uncomfortable visual, but brought forth what my heart has known silently all along: that ‘one’ cannot exist without the ‘other’, that ‘one’ exists only because of the ‘other’. While perceived dissonance can be unsettling, sinking into the unity behind the differences is the only way back to the One Whole - the only Truth. ~LoneTigerArt.com
For the Love of Diversity,
Walk with Me, Please...
Lori Bernardo
Walk with Me, Please...
Lori Bernardo
I fail to understand the violence towards anyone... ~fishnlade51@yahoo.com
Feeling Spikey
Elena Tucker
Elena Tucker
When I saw the illustrations of the Covid virus, my first thought was "that looks like a bead". I set out to interpret the virus in glass and this set is the result. I have found making these beads has been very therapeutic. ~Facebook.com/ElenaTuckerBeadsOnFire
Through Her Eyes
Sheri Hoeger
Sheri Hoeger
I was asked to donate a painting for a fundraising auction to benefit girls in Sudan, who rarely attend school. This was created using a photo reference by Mia Farrow. It raised enough money to send 2 girls to school for a year. ~SheriHoeger.com
All the Colors of Us
Ron Hall
Ron Hall
With this piece I attempted to create a piece that flowed with color, movement, and optimism. This jazz inspired piece, depicts a woman playing a stand up base, being immersed in the joy of music and positivity.
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
My gourd sculpture represents people of all ages and races participating in a peaceful demonstration to promote the values they ( I ) embrace. Agreement on the importance of these basic principles brings us together.
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
My gourd sculpture represents people of all ages and races participating in a peaceful demonstration to promote the values they ( I ) embrace. Agreement on the importance of these basic principles brings us together.
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
My gourd sculpture represents people of all ages and races participating in a peaceful demonstration to promote the values they ( I ) embrace. Agreement on the importance of these basic principles brings us together.
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Judy Arrigotti
Judy Arrigotti
My gourd sculpture represents people of all ages and races participating in a peaceful demonstration to promote the values they ( I ) embrace. Agreement on the importance of these basic principles brings us together.
Diversity’s Dance
Ron Hall
Ron Hall
I hoped to create a piece that was vibrant and hopeful, with multiple layers and textures like life itself.
All Alike Inside
Lori Anderson
Lori Anderson
No matter what color a person is, I think most of the same things are important to them and they most likely want the same thing. Someone to love and be loved by, a family of some kind, home or a place to feel safe and a purpose in life. Regardless of color, they are all alike inside. ~ Lori Anderson
We The People
Ron Hall
Ron Hall
I hoped to create a piece with haunting beauty that makes the statement that we all belong; and regardless of what we look like or where our ancestors come from, we all want the same things...happiness, love, and peace.
Holding These Truths
by Sandy Hilton
by Sandy Hilton
Inspired by the opening words of the United States Constitution, it is self evident that all men are created equal. ~SandyHiltonPottery.com
You Are Safe With Me
Sheri Hoeger
Sheri Hoeger
I painted You Are Safe With Me just after the 2016 election. The woven fabric depicted represents what makes us strong, resilient and interesting, and includes skin tones of all colors and the colors of the rainbow. It is bordered by red and blue, in homage to differing opinions that ideally keep balance in our society. I am ever hopeful that we can develop civility, meaningful discourse, and a more just society through seeing, listening and respecting one another. I hope it also implies inclusion of all religious and non-religious beliefs. Seems like a good time to bring it out again. ~SheriHoeger.com
Feeling More Peaceful Today
Isabella Ryder
Isabella Ryder
Feeling more peaceful today. Attending Friday night's Vigil in Placerville eased the pain in my heart. See the painting I created in honor of the youth who are leading the current protests! ~Isabella Ryder
Diversity Rich Tapestry
Phawnda Moore
Phawnda Moore
MAYA Angelou's quote gave me a vision of a weaving. But as I created this, the current times directed that the strips be chaotic. Some of them suggested marches and others a willingness to believe Maya's words. Which, I hope, we'll all know when the 'rich tapestry' is a reality. ~JournalismDesign.net
This is a live, on-going exhibit. Participation is open to all FAA members. New works will be added weekly.
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The FAA would like to thank our member Kritika Bala for inspiring the theme of this show and helping us create this exhibit.
Lori Anderson, FAA President