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Kevork Cholakian

 

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Spring Back, Fall Ahead

Organic Apples, 2004

48" x 48"

oil on plywood

Winter Harvest, 2009

22" x 36"

oil on board

Spring, 2009

12" x 36"

oil on panel

sold

Summer, 2009

12" x 36"

oil on panel

sold

Fall, 2009

12" x 36"

oil on panel

sold

Winter, 2009

12" x 36"

oil on panel

 

Larger Than Life

Apple in America, 2005

36” x 36”

oil on board

sold

 

Blue Stool, 2004

36” x 48”

oil on canvas

sold

 

 

Summer Crab Apples, 2009, 30" x 40", oil on board

Artist Statement

I have always been influenced by the Early Dutch Masters: the way they used color, light and shadow to create luminous still life paintings.  I choose to paint subject matter that is rich in color, texture and character of an imperfect nature. I use the juxtaposition of strong color against opposite or neutral tones to help focus full attention on each element in my work. Painting on smooth surfaces in transparent layers helps me to create subtle variations of color, luminosity and realism. Color is a central focus. Simplicity and clarity are my primary goals.

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Resume

Born: 1955 New York City

 

Education

1973-77 BFA /Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY

1970-73 High School of Music and Art, New York City

1968-70 Art Students League, New York City

 

Shows & Exhibitions

2009 Solo Show, Lawrence Asher Gallery,

Los Angeles CA

2008 Solo Show, Lawrence Asher Gallery,

Los Angeles CA

2007 Group Show, James Gray Gallery,

Santa Monica CA

2007 Juried Group Show,

San Diego Institute of Art,

Museum of The Living Artist

2002  Group Show Ruth Bachofner Gallery,

Los Angeles, CA

 

 


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