Abstracts
J. Mane Gallery is proud to present our Abstracts online juried art exhibition.
Abstract art doesn't attempt to represent an accurate depiction of visual reality. Instead, it relies on shapes, colors, forms, and gestural marks to achieve its effect. In abstract art, the subject matter is often stylized, simplified, or entirely removed from its recognizable form. The emphasis is on the artist's expression and interpretation of their subject matter rather than a faithful rendering of it. This style of art can evoke a wide range of emotions and interpretations from viewers since it often leaves room for personal reflection and imagination.
For this competition, artists were encouraged to share their artistic vision and interpretation of abstract art. The artwork submitted varied from realism to surrealism to abstraction, and all media were accepted, including 3-D. All artists over the age of 18, regardless of location or experience, were encouraged to submit their best inspired work.
Each of our themed exhibitions, awards for Best In Show, Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards.
The remaining artists included in the exhibition serve as an example of impressive talent and we are honored to showcase their artwork on the J. Mane Gallery website.
We thank all the competition participants. If you are interested in purchasing any of the artwork in this exhibition, please contact the artists directly. J. Mane Gallery does not enter into the selling of artwork featured in any of the monthly online exhibitions. You will find the artist's website or email by clicking on the images below.
Thank you for visiting our website and enjoy the exhibition!
Best In Show
A Hint, Photography, 20 x 20
Sandra Belitza-Vazquez
Ms. Belitza-Vazquez has participated in over 92 solo and juried group exhibits in Mexico and the U.S., including The Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, N.Y; The Garrison Art Center, Arts Society of Kingston; Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY; and the National Museum of Anthropology and History in Mexico City. Her online exhibitions include ten of Manhattan Arts International's "Her Story," "The Healing Power of Art," and "The Healing Power of Color" exhibits. She recently won a Platinum, a Gold, and a Bronze award in the first three exhibits of the year from J. Mane Gallery.
Her photo of two adorable chipmunks was a 2021 National Wildlife Federation greeting card, and her photo of Bryce Canyon became a National Wildlife Federation greeting card in 2022. She has two online galleries, The Healing Power of Art and Artists, https://Manhattanarts.com/sandra-belitza-vazquez/, and Manhattan Arts International Showcase, https://www.healing-power-of-art.org/sandra-belitza-vazquez, in addition to her two websites, https://www.sbvaz.com, and https://www.sandyscan.com.
The Howland Cultural Center’s recent “Focus on Photographers” exhibit, which ended February 25, included seven of her photographs. She was the featured artist in the April 2023 edition of Living Rhinebeck Magazine and in Bard College’s Spanish language magazine “La Voz” in August 2023. Since learning the technique of scanner photography in November 2019 from Ellen Hoverkamp, Ms. Belitza-Vazquez has found a way to extend her curiosity and artistic sensitivity by creating new worlds using this mechanical process to obtain creations full of life and beauty that began in her mind's eye and invite exploration by the viewer. Her book, "Huey Atlixcayotl -The Art in the Glance,” was published in October 2023 by the government of the state of Puebla, Mexico. The book documents the yearly indigenous dance festival in Atlixco, Puebla, with her photographs taken in the 1970s and 1980s. A short video showing the boxed version of the book is available on her YouTube channel, https://youtube.com/@sandrabelitzavazquez7902?si=P_ki12yOKA7_jiuj
platinum
Tomas Lagunavicius
Tomas Lagunavicius considers himself to be post-matric person who works in various cultural and artistic fields. He understand a post-matric person as someone who can think in different ways depending on the situation and the type of activity chosen. He came to visual art through directing plays and designing sets. Now it is a separate field of research and activity to which he devote a lot of time. He has had over 37 solo exhibitions in the visual arts, participated in 56 biennials, exhibitions and so on, created 39 performances, written 12 books in the field of the arts, etc.
gold
Urban Angles, Acrylic, 100 cm x 80 cm
Ann Kopka
Ann Kopka is a visual artist and curator. She has exhibited her work in art galleries, museums, hospitals, churches, libraries, virtual galleries and non-conventional spaces in London, the UK, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Italy and the USA. Ann’s work is held in private collections in the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, the USA and Australia. She studied Fine Art at Central St Martins College of Art and Design and The City Lit London. Ann graduated from the Open University with First-Class Honours, studying The Practices and Debates of Modern Art for part of her degree.
silver
Doyle, Mixed Media, 14 x 17
Virginia Gott
As a mixed-media artist, I utilize printing, drawing, and painting to create works. Light and texture in landscape elements and the surrounding atmospherics, as well as subjects of influence, are my inspirations. My approach is expressionism and abstraction rather than replicating forms precisely. The drawing elements in my work, mostly pencil, are directly linked to my youth, when I first discovered the joy of drawing. The strokes and markings not only give texture and movement, they also remind me to have fun with creating art as I did in my youth.
Bronze
Language, Composite Metal, 230 x 60 x 50
Xiner (Maxine) HUang
Xiner (Maxine) Huang, a multidisciplinary designer based in London, is renowned for her versatility across various creative domains. As an experimental game developer, sculptor, and visual artist, she navigates seamlessly between these disciplines. Her work is distinguished by its exploration of the interconnectedness of diverse subjects, a theme that consistently inspires her. From her early sculpting days to her current creative process, Xiner has dedicated herself to pondering the role of media and its evolution. Her artistic journey encompasses both virtual and physical mediums, where she manipulates data akin to molding clay, expressing herself through painting, game development, design, and installations. Whether in the virtual or physical world, she always seeks methods to enhance the connection between everything, which is a recurring theme in her work. Xiner's innovative approach continues to push the boundaries of artistic expression.
The Show
