SOLO EXHIBITION - AS I RISE Nicole Melnicky Contemporary Abstract Painting

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Nicole Melnicky, “Mirror Ball,” 2022, mixed media on canvas, 48" x 72”

Join us for the highly anticipated opening of "AS I RISE," a compelling solo exhibition by contemporary artist Nicole Melnicky. This captivating showcase will unveil 18 vibrant abstract works that challenge and redefine conventional notions of kitsch, camp, and pride. The opening day of the show will take place on January 15th, 2025, at the Port Coquitlam Community Center.

In "AS I RISE," Nicole Melnicky embarks on a bold exploration of color and its profound connection to queer sexuality and identity. Drawing inspiration from Queer Abstraction by David J. Getsy and Chromophobia by David Batchelor, Melnicky's work confronts how color can signify and suggest queerness, femininity, and flamboyance. Each piece serves as a powerful statement, embracing the complexities and nuances of self-expression within the LGBTQ+ community.

Nicole Melnicky's art is renowned for its dynamic engagement with feminism, gender, and queer sexuality. Her use of bold reds, pinks, and purples imbues her paintings with a potent, bodily quality, transforming personal pain into a vibrant expression of power and reclamation. Through abstract forms and electrified color, Melnicky envisions a mysterious, supernatural queer future, manifesting a dream of a queer utopia and eternal twin flame union.

Exhibition Dates: January 15th, 2025 – April 22nd, 2025

Location: Port Coquitlam Community Center 2150 Wilson Ave Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 6J5

Nicole Melnicky's solo exhibition promises to be an evocative experience for art enthusiasts and those intrigued by contemporary explorations of identity and color. We invite you to immerse yourself in the vibrant and thought-provoking work of Nicole Melnicky and witness the powerful narrative of "AS I RISE."

About the Artist: Nicole Melnicky is a queer contemporary artist based in Vancouver, BC. She holds an MFA in Interdisciplinary Art, Media, and Design from OCAD University and a BFA from Moore College of Art and Design. Her work has been featured in prestigious exhibitions and residencies, including Vermont Studio Center, Otis College of Art and Design, and the Queer Art Festival. Melnicky's art has been showcased at prominent galleries and fairs, including The William Vale, Deanna Evans Project, and Art Vancouver International Art Fair. Her work has been highlighted on Artsy, Artnet, and Saatchi Art.