Peggy Serdula "Portraits, Abstracts, and Pastels"
Gallery Onetwentyeight
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I paint primarily with carbon black acrylic on primed canvas to convey immediate emotional impact in my large and small portraits and abstracts. My intent is to create a dramatic portrayal of depth of character. None of these canvases originate from models or photographs – they are the result of spontaneous inspiration. Film noir has always appealed to me and perhaps influenced this color choice. While living in Japan, I was captivated by the pristine beauty of Japanese gardens. The garden is a spiritual journey that symbolizes metaphors based in the religions of Shintoism and Buddhism. I was also deeply influenced by the grace and refinement of the Japanese people. Their culture continues to resonate with me and within my work. I also absorbed the Pop Culture of Los Angeles while living there in the 70s. Finally, living in New York, I am sculpted by the frenetic energy. Here, one is challenged to perform at a superlative level.
I want to capture a sense of intrigue with a glimpse or a gesture that says it all. My experience as a professional model with pose and movement has sharpened my aesthetic eye. Pastels and drawings from 1986-2012 are also presented in this first solo exhibit.
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Schedule
from June 12, 2012 to August 04, 2012
Opening Reception on 2012-06-12 from 18:00 to 20:00