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Artist Statement:
ARTIST STATEMENT
In my drawings I explore the
depths and subtleties of human
/ animal relationship by
creating drawings that reflect
the undercurrents of
archetypal emotions, ideas and
internal and external
struggles, and their effects
on us and the animals that
share our environments.
I am interested in portraying
the dualities present in this
experience. There are no
absolutes in life. Rather,
each experience / event is
comprised of conflicting
opposites. Each individual
additionally has her/his own
unique experience. Therefore,
my drawings are ambiguous and
not necessary resolvable,
offering an opportunity for
reflection and interpretation
by each viewer. The pieces
merely reflect a subjective
understanding of the human/
animal condition, and my
desires to explore that
further.
I try not to force my
interpretation, but rather
share with the viewer what I
am currently exploring. I find
the animal / human figures to
be best suited for this task
of narration.
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Artist Exhibitions:
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Artist Galleries:
Phyllis Stein Gallery , Los
Angles Ca -
http://www.phyllissteinart.com/
Delavan Gallery Syracuse , NY
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http://www.delavanartgallery.co
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Commissions:
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Donalee Peden Wesley Biography:
| Biographical information for Donalee Peden Wesley can be found below. The artist may choose what information to display. Sometimes the artist chooses not to display personal information to the general public. |
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Age
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57
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| Gender |
Female
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| Status |
Married
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| Children |
99
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| Religion |
none |
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| Education |
Masters of Fine Arts |
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| Hobbies / Interests |
not provided |
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| Favorite Artistic Medium |
Drawing Charcoal
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| Favorite Arthistory Movement |
Contemporary Art - (Now)
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| Favorite Visual Artist |
Francis Bacon
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| Favorite Work of Art |
not provided
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| Biggest Artistic Inspiration |
not provided |
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| Why Did You Become An Artist |
No Choice |
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| Your Personal Biography |
Donalee Peden Wesley, received her BFA and MFA from Syracuse University on a full Jacob Javitts Fellowship. She has taught for over 15 years at numerous universities and colleges among them SUNY Oswego, University of Wisconsin Madison, WI, Cazenovia College and Hamilton College. She currently teaches at Syracuse University and Onondaga Community College.
Donalee’s work has been published in multiple books; the most recent Studio Visit Magazine, the Stone Canoe, and the Sculpture Reference Book and has been reviewed in numerous articles and publications including: The New York Times and Art in America. Her work is included in many public collections including: The Everson Museum; Munson William Proctor; and the Drawing Institute to name a few, as well as extensive private collections worldwide.
Internationally she has shown her art work in London, England, Bonn, Germany, and Rozelle, Australia. Donalee’s work has been featured in many group and solo shows including: The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington D.C.; Ariel Gallery, New York City; Gallery Alexy, Philadelphia PA.; ARC Gallery, Chicago, IL.; Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY; Everson Museum, Syracuse, NY; and The Munson William Proctor Museum, Utica, NY.
Donalee is also listed in Who’s Who in American Art, and Who’s Who in Woman’s Art.
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