354 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 USA
949.497.5442 www.marionmeyergallery.com
New Beginnings
Continuing through December 31, 2009
Holiday Open House: December 3, 6-9 pm – First Thursdays Art Walk
Magidson’s captivating work must be seen
to truly appreciate the exquisite depth of artful layering.
“Magidson works intuitively. She goes into her studio and often a particular figure in art history calls to her. Catherine Parr, the 6th wife of Henry the 8th, Joan of Arc, Maria de Medici as an equestrian, and Eleanor of Aquitaine. Her favorites are strong women who made their mark in history. They are not only subjects of art, but stir Magidson’s soul for what they had to endure, what they represent, and accomplished. The artist is also drawn to famous musicians. Beethoven is one of her favorites.
While creating “Beethoven’s Muse,” she turned on Beethoven’s “Emperor Concerto” to become close to his era, the essence of the man and composer, and the woman who might be his muse. In this way, by going deeper and deeper into the character, she continually discovers more and can bring a richer understanding to her portraits. And to honor great music, Magidson frequently layers music manuscripts in the work, or poetry she or her husband Jay Magidson writes.”
-Roberta Carasso
The artist describes the theme of her work as “the often delicate balance between the material and the spiritual…My work uses transparent layers to reveal the depth that is hidden at first glance.
I like to use renaissance, or some times later, imagery to convey the fleeting quality of life. The people painted so long ago were as alive as each of us now. They had hopes, dreams, and lives we can never know.
I bring them back to life, perhaps only for a moment, but alive nonetheless. It is this mix of transience and permanence that is so captivating to me.”
Ingrid Dee Magidson’s innovative creations
are hauntingly beautiful and truly breathtaking.
Ingrid Dee
Magidson
New Beginnings
Continuing through December 31, 2009
Other Gallery Stable Artists featured: Claudia Meyer, Rita Blitt, Quim Bové, Bruce Brainard, Robert Mah, Boey, Jeff Day, William Beaver and others.
Holiday Celebration : Thursday, December 3, 6-9 PM
coinciding with First Thursdays Art Walk
MARION MEYER CONTEMPORARY ART
354 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949.497.5442
Happy Thanksgiving!
Artfully, Marion
MARION MEYER CONTEMPORARY ART
354 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949.497.5442
www.marionmeyergallery.com
