Announcement 2024-08-01
Upcoming Residency in Kyoto
Excited to announce a 3-month residency in Kyoto to study traditional Japanese ink wash painting.
CapturingLight&Silence
Contemporary Oil Paintings
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About the Artist
Elena Vance
"Capturing Light & Shadow in Modern Landscapes"
test Elena Vance is a contemporary painter known for her evocative landscapes that blend realism with abstract expressionism. Born in the Pacific Northwest, her work is heavily influenced by the misty forests and rugged coastlines of her childhood. She received her MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design and has since exhibited in galleries across New York, London, and Tokyo. Her philosophy centers on the transient nature of light and the emotional resonance of place.
Handscrolls
Long handscrolls
12th Century
Ink and color on silk
Journey Along the River
by Classic Master
A panoramic view of life along the river during the festival.
DIM: 25 x 500 cm National Museum
14th Century
Ink on paper
Dwelling in the Mountains
by Landscape Master
A serene depiction of recluses in the mountains.
DIM: 30 x 400 cm Storage
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Recent Works
Latest studio output
Coastal Divide
Oil on Panel , 2024
Deep Blue
Oil , 2024
Storm Breaker
Oil on Canvas , 2024
Tidal Shift
Watercolor , 2024
Morning Fog
Oil on Canvas , 2023
Abstract Study No. 5
Mixed Media , 2023
Golden Hour
Oil on Canvas , 2023
Forest Path
Watercolor , 2023
Autumn Hues
Oil , 2023
Urban Solitude
Acrylic and Ink , 2022
City Rhythms
Acrylic , 2022
Neon Nights
Digital Print , 2022
Steel and Glass
Acrylic , 2022
Red Composition
Mixed Media , 2021
Lines of Thought
Ink on Paper , 2021
Fragmented Reality
Collage , 2021
Events
Upcoming Events
Latest News
Exhibitions and Updates
Website 2024-06-15
Upcoming Workshop: Oil Techniques
Join Elena for a 2-day intensive workshop on glazing and layering.
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Art Weekly 2024-04-10
Interview with Art Weekly
test Elena discusses her latest exhibition and the future of landscape painting in the digital age.
Conference 2024-02-15
Keynote at Digital Art Symposium
Elena shares her insights on merging traditional oil painting techniques with modern digital tools.
City News 2024-01-20
Record Breaking Charity Auction
The annual charity auction raised over $50k for local art programs, featuring Elena's 'Silent Morning'.
Podcast 2023-12-10
Guest on 'The Creative Mind' Podcast
Listen to a candid conversation about overcoming creative blocks and finding inspiration in everyday life.
Award 2023-12-01
Named 'Artist to Watch' by Cultural Review
Honored to be included in the annual 'Best of' list for contributions to contemporary abstract art.
Press Release 2023-11-15
Upcoming Solo Exhibition: 'Cosmic Dreams'
Join us for the opening night of 'Cosmic Dreams', featuring a new series of large-scale oil paintings.
Acclaim
What others say
"Vance's work possesses a quiet power that forces the viewer to slow down and breathe. A masterful command of atmosphere. test"
"The way she handles light is simply magical. Her paintings have brought a sense of calm to my home that I didn't know was missing."
"An emerging talent with a distinct voice. Her ability to merge traditional techniques with contemporary themes is outstanding."
"Her landscapes are not just places, but states of mind. Truly evocative work."
Timeline
Career Highlights
