“Stretching Arms” Exhibition
In the midst of this global pandemic, how do we transcend solitude and foster community? This exhibition highlights artists that structure their work with self-compassion and reflection, which provides empathy for others and welcomes strength in vulnerability.
For optimal viewing, please use a desktop computer. Music by Morgan Everhart and Nathan Allen.
AucArt: Where Collectors Find Emerging Artists
By Morgan Everhart
AucArt is a key player in the future of art sales. Founder Natasha Arselan believes the progression of the art market is not only digital, but also international, transparent, and collaborative. Here at A Women’s Thing, we agree with Arselan, discuss more, and introduce our online gallery by exhibiting AucArt artists. Read Feature
Katya Granova
Oil on Canvas,
40 × 50 × 4 cm (16 × 20 in), 2019.
Natasha Wright
Oil and Glitter on Canvas,
152 × 122 cm (60 × 48 in), 2019.
Viktoryia Shydlouskaya
Dry pigment & binder on canvas,
200 × 120 cm (79 × 47 in), 2019.
10% of AucArt’s sales will go to Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI). SARI provides support for victims of any type of hate crime including racist, faith-based, disablist, homophobic, transphobic, age-based or gender-based.
Painting is a solitary act and I’m confident in being alone. As an artist, this is when we do the real work. I’ve slowed down a little and my day to day rhythm has definitely changed. Quarantine has allowed me to slow down. New York can be overwhelming with so much to get involved in that I’ve really tried to see this time as a much-needed reset. Read interview with artist Natasha Wright
Viktoryia Shydlouskaya
Soft pastel, dry pigment & binder on paper,
21 × 30 cm (8 × 12 in), 2019.
Tao Xian
Oil on cotton,
132 × 102 cm (52 × 40 in), 2017.
Can an individual create multiple “identities” in the digital world? Can our spirit reach eternity in the virtual world? Read interview with artist Tao Xian
Natasha Wright
and Charcoal on Dyed Canvas,
152 × 152 cm (60 × 60 in), 2019.
Viktoryia Shydlouskaya
Softpastel, dry pigment and binder on canvas,
200 × 160 × 2 cm (79 × 63 × 0.8 in), 2019.
Tao Xian
Oil on cotton, 132 × 112 cm (52 × 44 in), 2019.
The world has stopped, and I don’t have to follow it, so I finally have time to catch up with myself. I see this as a renaissance for my creative energy. Read interview with artist Viktoryia Shydlouskaya
Viktoryia Shydlouskaya
Dry pigment & binder on canvas,
160 × 120 cm (63 × 47 in), 2019.
Katya Granova
Oil on canvas,
200 × 150 cm (79 × 59 in), 2018.
Katya Granova
Oil on canvas,
200 × 150 cm (79 × 59 in), 2018.
Tao Xian
Oil on cotton,
102 × 76.5 cm (40 × 30 in), 2017.
Natasha Wright
Oil on Canvas,
152 × 122 cm (60 × 48 in), 2019.
This significant moment reminds us – we are not more important than nature and we are just as physical and present as everything else, so we should respect ecosystems as we respect ourselves. Read interview with artist Katya Granova
