- Created by: Kathie Olivas
Sweet & Sorrow
Stranger Factory art space is proud to present “Sweet & Sorrow” a solo exhibition of new works by international fine artist and toy designer, Kathie Olivas. Sugary treats, dichotomous dreamlands, and the cute and corrupted all find their way into the brief calm before the rebellion featured in Kathie Olivas’s art. This series of toys, paintings and custom figures focus on imperfect characters that parallel a vision of post-apocalyptic conformity, uniquely documenting their own stories in a mysterious brave new world. The cast is inspired by early American portraiture that often depicted children as small adults in an idealized new land. They evoke a sense of temporality; childhood serves as a starting ground, a place where things begin. Children also personify “cuteness” as more of a representation of projected innocence. The comfort in this ideology comes into question when these sweet creatures have other ideas such as how to protect themselves or how would they be able to adapt if they chose to be independent. Once isolated in a war torn environment, they are forced to develop their own defense mechanisms. Their storylines focus on the ambiguity and fleeting moments surrounding the uprising. The unapologetic anti-heroes guide us through the mysterious lands questionably untouched by human destruction. A minimalist haze fogs what could be the illusion of this dreamland or what could possibly be the reality of destruction and decay after complete and utter annihilation. Their mutated limbs, empowered sidekicks, or improvised armor present a satirical look at how fear affects our sense of reality.
- Dates: July 1, 2011 | July 31, 2011
- Venue: Stranger Factory
Street Tribe
East Coast meets West Coast as NYC based kaNO and San Francisco based Jesse Hernandez battle it out in the streets of New York City. Bringing fresh new takes to each others signature styles you'll be able to see their work in a brand new way.
- Dates: January 16, 2009 | February 15, 2009
- Venue: myplasticheart
Uninvited Guests
Kathie Olivas comes to myplasticheart in October with a new show featuring art from her current Scavengers series. On display will be small paintings, drawings, as well as custom vinyl toys revolving around her post-apocalyptic themed group of cute but tainted characters.
- Dates: October 17, 2008 | November 19, 2008
- Venue: myplasticheart
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