July 20, 2009
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ENCHANTED: The Collages and Tapestries of Amy Zerner
The exotic images that Amy Zerner conjures in her fabric collage fantasies are inspired by Persian paintings, Victoriana, exquisite fairytale art and other imaginative sources. The artist’s work is filled with spiritual gardens, goddesses and sacred sanctuaries. The materials are lush and detailed with the overall result being a piece of art made opulent with many layers of magic and meaning.
Not only does Zerner create mystical dreamscapes to hang like paintings; she also constructs wearable art to adorn lucky clients. Ms. Zerner refers to these as “Spiritual Couture” and each luxurious garment is designed to capture the essence of the wearer’s soul. The artist works with the client to discover that individual’s persona then translates the information into the colors, symbols and energies.
Zerner’s art is also the basis for numerous books she has produced with her husband, Monte Farber. These include the coffee table art book “Paradise Found: The Visionary Art of Amy Zerner”, “The Enchanted Tarot”, “Goddess, Guide Me”, and many more, with over 2 million copies in print in 14 languages. In addition, Ms. Zerner and Mr. Farber have their own "Enchanted World" shelves at every Barnes & Noble store.
Experience this feast for the senses. ENCHANTED: The Collages and Tapestries of Amy Zerner will be shown from Thursday, July 30 - Thursday, August 13, with the opening & book signing on Sat. Aug. 1, 5-7 pm. Keyes Art is located at 12 Bay Street, Sag Harbor, NY; Phone: 631-680-7766. The gallery is open Thurs.-Sun or by appointment.
*Note that a portion of the sales will be donated to the new Wellness Institute of Southampton Hospital, whose mission is to promote personal and community health by integrating holistic and traditional medicine using the mind-body connection. Their goal is to improve well being through health promotion and educational programs. The Wellness Institute is committed to the concept of creating and maintaining overall wellness, which includes healthy social, psychological, spiritual and emotional development.
