I don't usually post about my own work on Notpaper, but I don't think there is any harm in doing so to promote my first solo exhibit! If anyone is in Toronto this Friday, please stop by to meet me and to see my work in person (or come and check it out until November 12th. Read on for more information.
Entitled “The Royal Family”, this mixed media collage series was inspired by a pair of scrapbooks found at the St. Lawrence antique market filled with newspaper clippings of Queen Elizabeth and her family during the 1950's and 60's. Aprile's collages recreate the scrapbooks, changing the composition and adding materials to give each page a deeper meaning. All of these pieces are created on the actual scrapbook pages themselves, resulting in brittle and delicate collages which further the character and feelings of nostalgia in each piece.
Aprile had tried many different artistic mediums but her restlessness always led to back to collage work where she feels most comfortable. She loves assembling, disassembling, and rearranging the compositions as well as creating contradictions and versatile interpretations for viewers.
Originally from the Niagara area, Aprile moved to Toronto to pursue a career in graphic design. In the future, she hopes to obtain work in print media and has a special interest for visual displays. Though she loves computers, she's a bit stuck in the past, with a penchant for rebelling and doing things the "old-fashioned way” and tries to mix as much collage into her design work as possible.
A fine collection of English cheeses and drinks will be served starting at 8PM opening night. Come out and enjoy the artwork, atmosphere and a little taste of monarchy!
So please visit me Friday or see my work anytime until Nov 12th!
...industtrees gallery
1234 college st.
toronto, ontario
m6h 1c2
416-273-8075
info@industtrees.com
Hours:
Mon – Sat
1pm - 7pm
Closed Sunday
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Hi Aprile, I hope the opening went well! I got your invitation, if I'd been closer, I'd definitely have been there!
i'm so sad that i'm too far away to have been at the opening (english cheese to boot! sigh.) i hope it was a smashing success!
xxxooxoxo
Congratulations to you! That's a huge accomplishment!