Levi Leddy Q&A

Levi Leddy executes fantastic abstract images reminiscent of microbes, using a bold palette. Check out our Q&A with him.

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Nathan Markham Q&A

Last month we posted about Nathan Markham's artwork. Want to learn a bit more about the person behind these colorful paintings? We did. Check out our interview.

Shannon McLaughlin/ You Wanna Talk Jive Q&A

Shannon McLaughlin is an illustrator whose most recent exhibit, Say Hello to My Little Friends features the most amazing animal portraits, painted upon bright & colorful backgrounds. In addition to illustration work, she has recently announced that she will now be painting pet portraits, so if you've got a certain little furry (scaly? feathered?) friend, you might want to look into this. In the meantime, perhaps you'd like to learn a little more about her? Wonderful! Look no further, we've got it covered.

Jen McCleary Q&A

Jen McCleary is an artist and graphic designer in Philadelphia. She works mainly in mixed media collage and jewelry. We recently met up with Jen and asked her to tell us a bit about herself.

The Self & Beyond at Wexler Gallery (Philadelphia, PA)

This group show explores the idea of self as experienced through the body. Featured artists include Kiki Smith, Dana Major Kanovitz, Monica Cook and Melanie Bilenker. Working in a variety of mediums, each of these four artists examines issues concerning identity, mortality, sexuality and human nature.

The exhibition also considers the idea of self in relation to the theme of “the double,” a subconscious representation of one’s ego. The double has been referenced throughout history in literature and art, assuming various forms including shadow, reflection, mirror and twin.

This show is curated by Sienna Freeman, Associate Director of the Wexler Gallery. The exhibition will run from September 4th through October 31st, 2009. Opening reception takes place on First Friday, September 4th, from 5 – 8pm.

The Wexler Gallery is located at 201 North Third Street in the historical district of Old City Philadelphia. http://www.wexlergallery.com/