New Artist Exhibits – Auburn Community Center
September 11 - November 6
Penny FireHorse, Kimberly Tepe, Lev Elkin.
Penny FireHorse
“I create art using acrylics and acrylic enamel on surfaces like glass, ceramic, porcelain, and canvas. In 2017, I expanded into digital art with an iPad Pro and later explored Acrylic Pouring on Canvas. My work, often compared to Van Gogh for its vibrant colors and rich textures, is a reflection of my connection to universal energy. Each piece embodies love and happiness, emerging from a deep, soulful place.
Kimberly Tepe
“I take inspiration from the natural world, layering textiles to mimic the colors and textures in the landscape; Velvets becomes moss, wools become tree bark, and crisp satins becomes ice. I see complex in the ordinary and riches in the overlooked. When I’m stuck, I just go outside and look at the trees or the moss, I stop to look at the mushrooms growing in the neighbor’s lawn, then I come back to the table and create what I experienced. “
Lev Elkin
“I am a sculptor transforming found wood into art. I find twisted branches and driftwood on river banks and ocean shores and strive to reveal their hidden beauty. Some pieces display their potential right away and others spend months or even years on my shelf before I arrive at a concept. Similarly, some take weeks and others much longer to finish. If a piece needs to be mounted, I pay meticulous attention to selecting and crafting the right base to complement my art. I hope my art brings joy and inspires others to see hidden beauty in seemingly ordinary pieces of wood.”
Auburn Community Center Gallery, 910 Ninth St SE, Auburn