Reception March 12, 7-9PM, Exhibit March 12 - April 22, 2015, Gallery hours: Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri, 10AM-3PM Thur 10AM-7PM Sat and Sun, 12-5PM
Tree of Life is a group exhibition that celebrates the rich cultural diversity and assorted art styles found at Creativity Explored. The title of the show references the universal image of the "Tree of Life," which manifests in folklore, mythology, and world religions. The "Tree of Life" is globally known by many different names, for example, The Cosmic Tree, The Holy Tree, Ydryssil, the Bhodi Tree, and The Tree of Enlightenment. A powerful symbol of growth and unity, trees of all varieties, depicted in a range of media, are the source of inspiration for this exhibition that explores trees' influences on artistic and cultural life.
Selected works include Nubia Ortega's watercolor on paper titled Un Arbol de Mangos, 2015 which reimagines the symbol of the "Tree of Life" through a vibrantly colored and patterned mango tree set against the dark night sky. In Kathy Wen's watercolor on paper titled, Tree for Animals, 2014 the artist reflects on the interconnectivity of trees and animal life. Painted in her meticulous patterned and embellished style, Wen scatters animals throughout the branches emphasizing how trees offer animals shelter, food, and a place to escape. Furthering the notion of trees as a place of refuge, Zachary Adams' watercolor and ink on paper titled, Treehouse with Windows, depicts a habitat built within the branches of the tree eluding to the artist nostalgic yearning for space to play and dream. In using the universal symbol of the "Tree of Life," the works included in this exhibition reflect not only on the tree as a symbol of unity and support, but also how trees trigger memory and experience.
The last day of Tree of Life coincides with the Earth Day's 45th anniversary on April 22, 2015, followed by Arbor Day on April 24, 2015. Plan to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day by viewing artwork inspired by the powerful symbol of the tree.
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