Photo By Gail
Pierre Roy (1880 – 1950) was an active participant in the surrealist group in Paris in the 1920s and ’30s. With its realistic rendering of ordinary objects placed in a claustrophobic, anonymous setting, The Storm (1928) typifies “the uncanny“ – a feeling often resulting from the encounter of familiar things in illogical arrangements or contexts. The term was popularized in the early 20th century by Sigmund Freud, and became a prime interest of the Surrealists.
Photographed in the LA County Museum of Art (LACMA).
Variations on the Theme: Ice (Various Artists. Above Photo by Gail. All Other Photos Courtesy of Goldstein Communications)
The idea of “wearable art” in the realm of modern design is fascinating me to, so I was very excited to attend an opening reception last week for the American Jewelry Design Council (AJDC)’s exhibit at Forbes Galleries showcasing 25 years of outstanding jewelry design. The exhibition, Variations on a Theme: 25 Years of Design from the AJDC, will dazzle museum visitors with one-of-a-kind works from over 40 Designers who are AJDC members. Continue reading Variations on a Theme: Must-See Art Jewelry Exhibit at Forbes Galleries →
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