Swimmers and Synergy: A Dive into Artistic Collaboration at Langham Court Theatre

Langham Court Small Works Show – Sam Agar (left)

Amber Lomax (Left) Susan Salvati (right)

Amber Lomax (left), Nathanya Vo (Right)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Swimmers and Synergy: A Dive into Artistic Collaboration at Langham Court Theatre

I have a number of swimmers on display at Langham Court Theatre as part of a small works show with a group of women artists I have been meeting with on and off for a number of years.

The Power of Community

Working in the solitude of a studio, while often necessary, can sometimes feel isolating. It’s in these moments that the true value of having a group of artist friends becomes immeasurable. We are a collective that meets monthly, to offer a space where ideas and struggles can be shared openly. The laughter and camaraderie found in these gatherings is refreshing and provides a wellspring of motivation and inspiration. It’s this spirit of collective creativity that sparked the idea for our current show.

A Harmonious Blend

Even though we all have our own unique styles, ranging from the abstract to the precisely detailed, our works compliment each others perfectly. My series of swimmers, speak to the soft abstracts and mixed media watercolours of my colleagues. As a result harmony is created through a clever integration of materials and concepts that run like threads throughout the show.

Visit

I invite you to dive into this collaboration – open to visitors during the theatre’s operating hours. The show runs in conjunction with the current play at the Theatre ‘Murder Weekend‘  from Feb 21st to March 10th.

Staying Creative Gallery Opening – Room at the Top

My show Room at the Top at Staying Creative Gallery came to an end on Sunday. A big thank you to all those who came out to see it. A huge thank you too, to Nate and Kris the owners of Staying Creative Gallery and also artists in their own right, the show looked fantastic and I really appreciated the time and support they gave through out the show. Here are a few snaps from the opening.


Room at the Top

I have been steadily working away for the show for some time and the date is fast approaching. I would like to invite you to Room at the Top at Staying Creative Gallery in Brentwood Bay.

In Room at the Top I use dream imagery to explore the archetype of the witch and it’s associations with feminine power.  A dream in which an unusually tall woman with dark hair and an old fashioned dress is standing in front of a top floor window formed the starting point for this series. Inside the forgotten building strange and unusual plants are thrive.

I hope you will join me for the opening on Sunday October 29th 12:00 – 2:00 PM.

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Summer Show and Sale

Three of my lovely swimming ladies are headed to the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria for their annual summer small works show and sale.

The swimmers are part of my Going Deeper Series that came about through my explorations undertaken as part of the 100 day project. The 100 day project is a global art movement that encourages people to undertake 100 consecutive days of creating. I chose to focus on the image of the swimmer. The daily practice almost became a daily meditation and I experienced several creative breakthroughs along the journey.

To me the swimmer represents a being that can travel between the water – the subconscious and the land, consciousness. They float free from time and space allowing the viewer space to daydream. These works are mixed media (watercolour, ink, pencil and collage) on Arches Paper.

Please join me for a glass of wine at the opening reception on Thursday June 8th from 5- 8 PM at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria in the Massey Sales Gallery.  The show will run until August 27th and includes a fabulous selection of art from artists across the Victoria Region.

 

Moss Street Paint In 2022

After a two year hiatus the Moss Street Paint In is back on July 16th!

This is my first Paint In as an exhibiting artist and I have been busy working on my set up for the day. I will be at Booth 10 on the corner of Moss Street and Revercomb Place, two blocks down from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. In addition to my original paintings I will also have tote bags and cards available for purchase.

It’s going to be a great day, with over 150 artists showing their work. I would love to see you there so come and visit me at Booth 10.

Artist of the Month at Mile Zero Coffee

As artist of the month at Mile Zero Coffee I have a selection of framed and unframed swimmers on show until Mid June.

Located in Victoria, BC Mile Zero is a local landmark.  Mile Zero is one terminus point of the great Trans-Canada Highway, and close by are some of the best spots to kick back and chill out on the coast.

If you like great coffee, there’s no better place to start than Mile Zero.

Fluid Dissonance – Virtual Opening


Fluid Dissonance – Art Show

Fluid Dissonance

Painters Joanna Kim & Amber Lomax consider the duality of self & the tensions in exploring one’s identity through surreal & abstracted works of art.

Joanna Kim explores her Korean-Canadian identity through surreal images combining traditional Korean motifs with the Western culture she was raised in, alongside abstract mixed media works that express the vulnerability of living in a dissonant state of cultural identification. Kim’s striking work illustrates this relationship as she interprets herself through images, reflecting on her self-defined regeneration to accept her dual-culture identity.

Amber Lomax investigates the conscious vs subconscious through noir detectives exploring chaotic abstract spaces representing the hidden. The detectives are used to explore the internal struggle between who we think we are & that shadowy other that lurks in the background of our psyche & the pursuit to bring them together. 

Virtual Opening Wed. Mar. 9 – 7pm

West Vancouver Community Arts Council invites you to join them live for an engaging evening with the artists as they discuss their inspirations & techniques, take questions from viewers.

 

Under the Covers

“UNDER THE COVERS.” Presented by The Chapel Gallery, St. Matthias Church, Victoria, BC, March 4 – 20, 2022.

Samantha Agar, Rose Cowles, Rhiannon Davies-Willson, Jessa Dupuis, Jennifer Rae Forsyth, Alesha Fowlie, Jessica Jean Kuyper and Amber Lomax, a group of established and emerging artists, have come together to celebrate the tunnel book.

I am so excited by the work I have seen these ladies creating for this show, they really rose to the challenge of creating in their own personal style and using the format of the tunnel book. There is something magical about peering into a little 3-d world and I can’t wait to see all the ‘books’ together in one place.

I hope you can join us for the opening reception on March 4th 6-8pm or stop by during the show which is open 12-4 fri and sat and 12-3 sun until March 20th.

Winter Small Works Show and Sale

 

I am thrilled to have three of my 100 day project swimmers included in the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Winter Small Works Show and Sale. Pieces are at a size and price point perfect for gifting or treating yourself. The Show features the work of 70 local artists, so get yourself in the festive mood and go check it out. The show runs from November 19 to Jan 29.