Artist’s Statement 2022 - Nicole Galellis
My abstract paintings bring to mind a variety of histories and sources. They reference the history of abstraction, but also embrace elements from my everyday surroundings: graffiti, ornament, tattoos, illustrations, and nature. I distort and layer these sources, creating abstractions that are more evocative than descriptive, moving in many directions simultaneously. By incorporating bright colours and layering lively brushstrokes, the paintings assert feelings of vitality and optimism. These paintings come out of a practice of creating time for stillness and reflection; these are essential for exploring creativity and developing a steady breath/hand to make these brushstrokes.
Thank you to the Paint Spot for the opportunity to exhibit this work. I continue to be inspired by Kim’s advocacy for cultivating creativity and showcasing local talent in our community.
Bio
Nicole Galellis received her Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design in 2002 and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta in 2011. Since graduating, she has participated in artist residencies in Banff, Grand Prairie, and Taipei, Taiwan. She taught art at the Art Gallery of Alberta, Harcourt House Artist Run Centre, and the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, and is currently a high school teacher. Her work is featured in private and public collections including the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, the Lois Hole Hospital, and Borden Park Pavilion, Edmonton.
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