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Ryan Bubnis "GHOST MAGIC" and Ryan De La Hoz "Residual Energies" to open November 5th at Flatcolor Gallery

Flatcolor Gallery welcomes Portland artist Ryan Bubnis and San Francisco artist Ryan De La Hoz to Seattle on Thursday, November 5th, 2009.

Ryan Bubnis "GHOST MAGIC"
Ryan Bubnis continues to explore themes of openne...ss, spirituality and the subconscious in his solo exhibition, GHOST MAGIC, at Flatcolor. Bubnis has created a brand new series of drawings, paintings, sculptures and a site-specific installation.

“With each new exhibition I take on I really put an effort into pushing myself and my work both stylistically and in content. I relate my process of art making to that of a shaman communicating with the spirit world.” -Ryan Bubnis

Ryan Bubnis’ clean yet chaotic style has been described as “urban folk.” Through his paintings, he comments on themes relating to the human condition. Vibrant, abstracted, shapes and faces radiate joy and optimism, while they float in and out of rich, multi-layered realms.

He holds a BFA in illustration from The Pacific Northwest College of Art, where he now teaches a professional practices course to undergraduate students. He has exhibited his work throughout the US, UK, Canada and Taiwan and has been featured in such publications as Clout, Vapors and Juxtapoz magazines. Some of his clients include KidRobot, Nike, Hasbro, Imperial Motion, and 20th Century Fox. He currently resides in Portland, Oregon.


Ryan De La Hoz "Residual Energies"
In the loft area of Flatcolor Ryan De La Hoz's "Residual Energies" explores human nature and existence though paintings of bold and graphical imagery.

"Residual Energies analyzes the idea of human nature and existence. The work is an amalgamation of my feelings about the planet, our actions as human
beings, and influences from my childhood (everything from Ninja Turtles Ooze to my Geode Collection) Skeleton gloves act as artifacts of existence that once was. Ladders represent abandoned progress, now being swallowed up and scattered around in a land left behind. I am always exploring the idea of fragility. A bizarre and beautiful world is left desolate for the viewer to take in." -Ryan De La Hoz

Ryan De La Hoz is based in San Francisco California and has participated in group exhibitions in the United States as well as the Philippines, Hong Kong, Germany, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Residual Energies at Flatcolor Gallery is his first ever solo exhibition.


Both of the artist will be in attendance during the opening reception Thursday November 5th, 5-9pm.
Exhibitions run through November 28th.



Contact Flatcolor Gallery at info@flatcolor.com or 206-390-6537 for preview information.


About Flatcolor Gallery
Located on First Avenue in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, Flatcolor Gallery features local and national underground contemporary artists in a relaxed gallery setting. Flatcolor Gallery has featured exhibitions from artists Parskid, Robert Hardgrave, Chip7, 2H, EGO, Joe Vollan, Timothy Karpinski, and Sohaila Adela.

From designers and illustrators, to street artists and tattoo artists, Flatcolor Gallery is dedicated to bringing a fresh perspective on art and creativity to Seattle's First Thursday Art Walk each month. In addition to original artwork, Flatcolor Gallery features a growing line of affordable fine art prints and products.


Flyer Images:
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/nov_flatcolor_bubnis.jpg
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/nov_flatcolor_delahoz.jpg


Web Link:
http://www.flatcolor.com/gallery/november09.html
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Ryan Bubnis "GHOST MAGIC" and Ryan De La Hoz "Residual Energies" to open November 5th at Flatcolor Gallery

Flatcolor Gallery welcomes Portland artist Ryan Bubnis and San Francisco artist Ryan De La Hoz to Seattle on Thursday, November 5th, 2009.

Ryan Bubnis "GHOST MAGIC"
Ryan Bubnis continues to explore themes of openne...ss, spirituality and the subconscious in his solo exhibition, GHOST MAGIC, at Flatcolor. Bubnis has created a brand new series of drawings, paintings, sculptures and a site-specific installation.

“With each new exhibition I take on I really put an effort into pushing myself and my work both stylistically and in content. I relate my process of art making to that of a shaman communicating with the spirit world.” -Ryan Bubnis

Ryan Bubnis’ clean yet chaotic style has been described as “urban folk.” Through his paintings, he comments on themes relating to the human condition. Vibrant, abstracted, shapes and faces radiate joy and optimism, while they float in and out of rich, multi-layered realms.

He holds a BFA in illustration from The Pacific Northwest College of Art, where he now teaches a professional practices course to undergraduate students. He has exhibited his work throughout the US, UK, Canada and Taiwan and has been featured in such publications as Clout, Vapors and Juxtapoz magazines. Some of his clients include KidRobot, Nike, Hasbro, Imperial Motion, and 20th Century Fox. He currently resides in Portland, Oregon.


Ryan De La Hoz "Residual Energies"
In the loft area of Flatcolor Ryan De La Hoz's "Residual Energies" explores human nature and existence though paintings of bold and graphical imagery.

"Residual Energies analyzes the idea of human nature and existence. The work is an amalgamation of my feelings about the planet, our actions as human
beings, and influences from my childhood (everything from Ninja Turtles Ooze to my Geode Collection) Skeleton gloves act as artifacts of existence that once was. Ladders represent abandoned progress, now being swallowed up and scattered around in a land left behind. I am always exploring the idea of fragility. A bizarre and beautiful world is left desolate for the viewer to take in." -Ryan De La Hoz

Ryan De La Hoz is based in San Francisco California and has participated in group exhibitions in the United States as well as the Philippines, Hong Kong, Germany, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Residual Energies at Flatcolor Gallery is his first ever solo exhibition.


Both of the artist will be in attendance during the opening reception Thursday November 5th, 5-9pm.
Exhibitions run through November 28th.



Contact Flatcolor Gallery at info@flatcolor.com or 206-390-6537 for preview information.


About Flatcolor Gallery
Located on First Avenue in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, Flatcolor Gallery features local and national underground contemporary artists in a relaxed gallery setting. Flatcolor Gallery has featured exhibitions from artists Parskid, Robert Hardgrave, Chip7, 2H, EGO, Joe Vollan, Timothy Karpinski, and Sohaila Adela.

From designers and illustrators, to street artists and tattoo artists, Flatcolor Gallery is dedicated to bringing a fresh perspective on art and creativity to Seattle's First Thursday Art Walk each month. In addition to original artwork, Flatcolor Gallery features a growing line of affordable fine art prints and products.


Flyer Images:
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/nov_flatcolor_bubnis.jpg
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/nov_flatcolor_delahoz.jpg


Web Link:
http://www.flatcolor.com/gallery/november09.html
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Flatcolor Gallery proudly presents the 2nd annual Matt "Bhiver" Smith Memorial Art Show and Auction on Thursday, October 29th from 5-9pm.

October 29th from 5-9pm Flatcolor Gallery will host the 2nd annual Matt "Bhiver" Smith Memorial Art Show. this event will feature a silent art auction and exhibition celebrating Matt'...s art and inspiration.


"Matt was the greatest friend you could imagine and a large component of his vitality as a person came from his remarkable enthusiasm for art. He recognized the art in everything and you could visibly see his physical excitement when he liked what he saw, or heard, or felt. He loved art deeply. But he also loved artists. It might be possible that he loved artists even more than he loved art."

-Nick Casalini, dear friend and presenter of the 1st Matt Smith Art Award at the University of Hawaii Art Awards presentation...April 2008.

To date, six art students have received awards of $1500.00 each.

For inspiration visit http://bhiver.blogspot.com and search for "Bhiver" on YouTube.com.


Flatcolor Gallery
528 1st AVE S.
Seattle, WA 98104
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 12am-6pm
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