Alexandra Eldridge’s images emerge from a place where - TopicsExpress



          

Alexandra Eldridge’s images emerge from a place where contradictions are allowed, paradox reigns and reason is abandoned. In her search for inherent radiance in all things, the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Her works are primal and reflective, presenting an emotional landscape, often inspiring spiritual investigation. During a month spent in Paris she took on the role of the flâneur, or wanderer. Someone who, in Baudelaire’s words ”walks a city to experience it.” Through her unique cosmology, she transports us into her visual culture and shares her universe. Her new paintings reflect an intimate journey with deep awareness and these works are love letters to the presence of mind while wandering. Each painting is open, always in the middle of the experience without a concern for a destination. Images from the streets of Paris appear. French text from newsprint, bronze horses, iron gates and Beaux Art chandeliers populate her paintings. Venetian plaster finishes capture intimate imaginings through rich color, beautiful textures and a love of the word. Alexandra Edridge, born of artist parents received her BA in Art and literature at Ohio University. She has continued her education at Cambridge University, England, Santa Reparata Graphic Workshop in Florence, Italy, Penland College, and most recently The photographer’s Formulary in Montana. She cofounded an establishment for the arts, Golgonooza, based upon the philosophies of William Blake. She has had over 40 solo shows, and has participated in many group shows throughout the U.S. as well as many international exhibitions. She has had shows in Paris, London, Belgrade, New York, California, and Santa Fe. Alexandra has been commissioned to paint murals in the Place de Vosges, Paris, and her work has been used for the cover of eight books of poetry. Travelling, as an important part of her inspiration has led her to artist’s residencies on the Island of Elba, Italy, and the Valparaiso Foundation in Almeria, Spain. Art News, Art On Paper, New American Painting, and One Hundred Painter’s of the Southwest are just a few of the publications Alexandra has been featured in. Her work can be found in the collections of William Hurt, Steve Buscemi, and Edie Falco, along with many other prestigious collections.
Posted on: Mon, 05 May 2014 01:02:00 +0000

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