Hunt Slonem, Cindy Shaoul, Gee Gee Collins, Eva O’Donovan and LAILA - February 17 to March 16, 2022

Lilac Gallery New York is pleased to present “Up Lift” a group exhibition of works by Hunt Slonem, Cindy Shaoul, Gee Gee Collins, Eva O’Donovan and LAILA. An inspiring collection of contemporary art displaying pieces that are alive, bold, and inspired by the the use color. Running from February 17 to March 16, 2022.

Hunt Slonem was born in 1951 in Kittery, York County Maine. He is a renowned American painter, sculptor, and printmaker. Slonem is best known for his abstract depictions of animals, specifically Birds, Butterflies, and Bunnies. His whimsicality has captured the hearts of many across the globe, enchanting us all with a phenomenal power to elevate and inspire effortlessly. His works can best be described as monumental and uplifting as these forces certainly are the cornerstones of his inspiration.

Inspired by whimsey and purity of the feminine form, Cindy Shaoul is known for her impressionistic and abstract style. She is best known for her series of Brides, Dripping Dots and Hearts, as well as her Plein air street scenes of quintessential New York spots. Shaoul’s works can be found in permanent collections of 100’s of Corporate and Private Collections around the world. Since her first solo show at the Parsons School of Design in 2009, her work has been showcased internationally in Busan South Korea and has shown at Art Fairs in Miami, Palm Beach, Dallas, and New York. She has had numerous Solo exhibitions and this year has garnered the attention of Actress Lily J. Collins and the like.

Gee Gee Collins was born in Atlanta, Georgia. She studied painting under Michael Phillips at the College of Charleston and received a bachelor's degree in Fine Art from the University of Georgia. She also traveled and studied at Lamar Dodd School of Art in Cortona, Italy. From the start of her career, she has been captivated by bright colors and the essence of minimalism. Her bold brush strokes and colorful palette combine to create layers of paint that give each piece a history and an ethereal quality. She approaches the canvas with ease and spontaneity, resulting in paintings filled with energy and movement.

Eva O’Donovan is a Dublin based contemporary artist. Her work is a marriage of two passions, fashion and interiors. Eva’s portraits in oil are modern and timeless. Inspired by fashion magazines, her subjects are usually adapted from behind-the-scenes fashion show shoots, the poses reminiscent of Haute Couture editorials. All aspects of femininity are embraced in her striking portraits. The wonderfully intricate pieces entice the viewer, emanating strength, as well as a sense of elegance and modernity.

LAILA captures the viewer with her use of mixed media and intricate details. Each piece is made with hand cut butterflies.

The artists of this group show all have something in common, the capability to instantly Up Lift. With use of vibrant colors, the artists undoubtedly communicates a message of hope, inspiration and joy. The message of the show emanates through each piece, inspiring and Up lifting the viewer instantly.