Dariana Dervis
This online gallery contains a sample of a collection of work on exhibit at Aldridge Gardens now through August 21st.
An artist reception is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, July 28th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Click here to learn more and RSVP.
Dariana Dervis' Artist Statement
"Deeply inspired by nature, I delight in mining beauty from the ordinary to create the extraordinary. Papers, found objects, ephemera, and thread are given new life and meaning as they are incorporated into mixed media collages. A visual dialog and juxtaposition of past and present elements creates a piece greater than the sum of its parts.
The tactile qualities of making a collage by hand and moving physical pieces around sparks my imagination. Placing collage materials in close proximity allows the magic of textures, patterns, and colors to harmonize. As the pieces begin to work together, a story begins to unfold.
As a visual storyteller and collector, my art often expresses what I cannot readily find words for. I believe art has the power to heal both the maker and the viewer. Using a myriad of collage materials, I hope to evoke feelings, invite questions and convey concepts to resonate viewers.
Themes explore home as a geographic place as well as a reflection of our inner selves. Rooted in Southern vernacular architecture, paper house structures recount stories of disappearing farmhouses and history of place. Themes of connection to one another, the intersection of our stories, and our interactions with the natural world repeatedly arise in my artwork."
A selection of work from her exhibit is shown in the photos below. Many more can be seen in person.
While visiting our gallery, be sure to see our special collection of Frank Fleming bronze sculptures, donated by Hoover resident Ken Jackson.
Please call us (205.739.6558) before visiting the gallery to make sure we are not hosting a luncheon or event during the time you plan to visit. The gallery is normally open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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