"Standing Out In A Crowd" by Heather Arenas

Artist Heather Arenas presents a continuation of her original oil painting body of work “The Museum Series”. Central to The Museum Series is the endearing yellow character “Dot”, a recurring motif paying homage to her beloved grandmothers. These influential figures played a pivotal role in kindling her artistic passion, not only by providing her with art supplies but also by exposing her to a diverse range of art forms and instilling a profound appreciation for the old masters. She often features paintings by artists she deeply admires, presenting them as if exhibited in a museum, garnering significant attention and admiration from viewers. In the new body of work, Heather takes “Dot” out to various cafe settings, while using the same Zorn palette of white, yellow, red and black. This choice of colors represents the complexities of the world, where situations can be perceived as “black and white”, yet the answers often lie in the gray areas. The artist’s dominant use of yellow in her work symbolizes her belief in the inherent goodness of people and shows her positive outlook and desire to convey optimistic themes throughout her work.

Opening Reception, January 4th, 5 – 7 pm. The artist will present a demonstration during the opening.