I began the theme of MEDIA TRAFFIC in 2007. Caught as we are between television, newspapers, magazines, cell phones, iPads, computers, and billboards, whose advertising messages pull us in every direction, we believe ourselves to be moving forward. In reality, we are standing still. As you will see, each of the figures in these paintings is pulled in different directions, and their bodies themselves look both right and left.
Oil on canvas, 36 x 48 inches, 2007. Collection of the artist.
24 x 24 inches, mixed media on canvas with rubber bands and nails, 2009. $400 framed.
Mixed media drawing on paper, 16 x 20 inches, 2015. $300 Framed and matted.
Mixed media on canvas with butterfly wing, rubber bands, nails, 6 x 6 inches, 2012. Sold.
Mixed media on canvas with rubber bands, nails, 11 x 14 inches, 2012. Collection of the artist.
Mixed media on canvas with attached paper drawing and thread, tracing paper and collaged elements, 24 x 36 inches, $300.
Mixed media on canvas with wine crate insert, collaged found elements, and nailed drawing, 16 x 20 inches, 2012. $300
Mixed media on canvas with collaged tracing paper drawings, 11 x 14 inches, 2012. $200
Mixed media on reclaimed wooden shutter, with collaged drawings, found objects, license plate, and part of McDonald's Happy Meal Box, 36 x 24 inches, 2012. $750.
Mixed media on canvas, with string and collaged elements,16 x 20 inches, 2012. $250.
Mixed media on raw canvas with nails and rubber bands, collaged frame, 16 x 20 inches, 2012. $400
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 36 inches, 2012. Collection of the artist. (Limited edition prints available.)
Over the years I have been inspired to paint by tragedy, encounters with Holy relics, and memories of great artists who suddenly passed away. This section features a few of those inspired canvases.
In 2003 at the Hedge Funds Care Charity Event benefiting abused children, Marvin Posey created a painting live at the event, dancing as he painted. He created a beautiful large canvas of the Dallas Stars hockey player Mike Modano, whose foundation to help abused children was also a beneficiary of the event. Two weeks after I spoke with Marvin at this event, he passed away suddenly in his early 40s. I created this painting in memory and honor of him and his dedication to his art. There are pictures of him collaged into this work. Mixed media on canvas, 16 x 20 inches, 2003. Collection of the artist.
A work inspired by artist Marvin Posey, whose life was cut short suddenly and without warning in 2003. Mixed media on canvas, 16 x 20 inches, 2004. Collection of the artist.
In the two paintings dedicated to all of those who suffered during Hurricane Katrina, I wanted to present sadness, grief, death and longing but in a way that did not beat one over the head with the message. 24 x 24 inches, mixed media on canvas, 2005.
In the two paintings dedicated to all of those who suffered during Hurricane Katrina, I wanted to present sadness, grief, death and longing but in a way that did not beat one over the head with the message. 24 x 24 inches, mixed media on canvas, 2005.
Art has the ability to visually explain concepts which cannot be easily explained with language.
This painting was donated to the silent auction for the Hedge Funds Care Charity Event in 2003. Within this painting, a mother dreams of being reunited her child. Hedge Funds Care was begun by Rob Davis at Banc of America Prime Brokerage as a means to fund organizations which help abused mothers and children. Private collection.
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, 2008. $750 Framed.
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, 2009. Private collection.
Mixed media on canvas, 18 x 24 inches, 2005. Private collection.
Mixed media on canvas with wine crate divider, nails, rubber bands, 24 x 36 inches, 2011. Created as a response to Dan Kasten's poetry. Collection of the artist.
Oil on canvas, 10 x 8 inches. Collection of the artist.
Watercolor and ink on paper, 12 x 12 inches, $250 Framed.
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, 1995. Private collection.
Mixed media on canvas with sand, 11 x 14 inches. $350 Framed.
Original work for Banc of America Securities. Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 inches, 2005.
Private collection, Dallas. Oil on canvas, 24 x 30 inches, 2000.
Private Collection, Dallas. Oil on canvas, 30 x 40 inches, 2007.
Private collection, Dallas. Oil on canvas, 24 x 30 inches, 2008.
Private collection, Dallas. Oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches, 1990.
A large reproduction of a Babar book cover when he visited the south of France. Oil, acrylic, pen and ink on canvas. 48 x 36 inches. $1200. This painting took many hours to complete all of the small details in the landscape—cars, people in the countryside, people swimming, etc.
A commission for a friend who has been to many beaches in her international travels. 24 x 30 inches, oil on canvas.
The two works here were created as part of a literacy project for Half Price Books in the 1990s. Half Price paired poets with visual artists, who would create a drawing based around their poem. The combined efforts of many poets and painters produced an annual book that was sold in Half Price Bookstores. All of the funds from these books benefited literacy projects in the D/FW area.
Mixed media on canvas, 20 x 20 inches. Private collection.
Watercolor and ink on paper, 16 x 16 inches. Collection of the artist.
There are hidden worlds in each of us. Even Dostoyevsky spoke of this when he said: "Know how to live within yourself; there is in your soul a whole world of mysterious and enchanted thoughts; they will be drowned by the noise without; daylight will drive them away: listen to their singing and be silent."
Mixed media on canvas, 18 x 26 inches. $750.
Oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches, 2003. Private collection.
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, 2008. $1,000 for Pair.
Mixed media on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, 2008. $1,000 for the pair.
Mixed media on canvas, with wine crate, nails, and rubber bands. A response to my husband's Dan Kasten's poetry. 24 x 36 inches, 2011.
Mixed media on canvas with butterfly wing, nails, rubber bands. 6 x 6 inches. Private collection.
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The original painting "Hair Like A Butterfly" sold in a charity silent auction at the Dallas hair salon "Artistic Salon" that ran March 28- April 30th.
50% of the proceeds from this auction benefited The Gulf Restoration Network (www.healthygulf.org).
Bidding started at $50 and went up in $25 increments.
For more information, and to see the paintings in person that are still on view, visit Aveda Artistic Salon at 9100 North Central Expressway (Northeast corner of Central and Park Lane), Suite 220, Dallas TX. 75231. http://www.artisticsalonspa.com
For a free consultation for a commissioned artwork or art appraisal, please email kimkartanddesign@gmail.com or call 972.413.6362. For more information about Ms. Kolker's fine art appraisal services, please visit www.kastenartappraisal.com.
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