Author Archives: alyssalaperna

While looking at the works of Brice Marden in the Mark’s Gallery, I first noticed the free flowing shapes that he used in each work of art.  I personally am very contained with my paintings and admire Marden for his … Continue reading →

Annette Messager is an artist from France who is not considered an abstract artist, yet one of my favorite works of hers seems to have an abstract way about it.  From 1988-1991, she developed “My Vows,” which consists of photographs … Continue reading →

Mary Capan is a self-represented artist that I found online last semester while looking for inspiration for Abstract Painting I.  Her paintings consist of rich colors and a controlled chaos theme. They are unique and unlike any paintings that I … Continue reading →

Chris Ofili is a Turner Prize winner from Manchester, England.  His beautiful, bright palettes really caught my eye at first, while his intricate, interesting designs are what have kept me hooked ever since.  What I really love about Ofili is … Continue reading →

William by Derek Walborn, 2005 Fiberglass blanket, cotton sheets, latex, and resin on a wire armature Connected by Kasey McMahon CAT-5  cables

While walking through Chelsea and visiting all of the different galleries, a few specifically stood out to me.  One in particular was the Marlborough Gallery on West 25th Street.  From September 16th to October 16th, Dale Chihuly’s amazing blown glass … Continue reading →

Aaron Cain is a 39 year old tattoo artist from Pacific Grove, California.  He started experimenting for a while and then finally, in 1989, he started to tattoo professionally. The qualities that Cain likes to make sure stand out in … Continue reading →

RJ Raizk is a 22 year old New Yorker who currently resides in the East Village.  Since he is an emerging artist, there isn’t much info about him… yet.  But I personally believe that he will go far in the … Continue reading →

Phil Hansen is a 31 year old artist from Washington.  In addition to his original sketches, paintings, and sculptures, Hansen’s most popular series are “Goodbye Art” and “Art Happening.”  “Goodbye Art” is a project of his where every month consisted … Continue reading →

I’m Alyssa and I’m a second year student at the Fashion Institute of Technology… I do the whole art thing.  I also like long walks on the beach and moonlit dinners.