Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett at the One River School in Westport.
The exhibit will run from September 30 to November 27 at 833 Post Road East, Westport CT.
Join us for a Reception on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4pm
From color-infused paintings to video self-portraits, Paula Brett’s body of work incorporates various combinations of media dealing with ideas such as created identity, coincidence, ritual, and transitory spaces.
The limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy, Jewels, Toys, Cars and other favorites. According to Paula, “The mandala symbolizes the law of the universe and since man is also a microcosm of the universe, many cultures believe that the mandala also symbolizes the human soul. Mandalas serve as collection point for universal forces…My intention with these mandalas is to arrange everyday sweets and favorite objects into a pattern which becomes sacred, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite.”
She has exhibited work in New York, CT, Chicago, San Francisco, Budapest and Romania.
About Elisa Contemporary Art:
Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State.
About One River:
Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, our innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states.
The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.
Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.
One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."
Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.
