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“The springboard that developed the solid structure for my work was an early
emphasis on drawing. This gave me the ability to reduce a composition to its strongest and simplest elements, recording
just enough detail, while still retaining the natural atmosphere and color of the location.”
“Always
dependable, nature presents itself in perfect color, atmosphere and composition. Nature is universal and timeless. “
“Rarely will my painting include modern day objects which I feel alter nature's tranquility. I attempt
to go beyond the re-creation of an object and instead re-create mood, atmosphere and condition. I paint the paintings
I truly want to live with, always yearning for romance and escape, while extending an invitation to the viewer to linger and
escape as well.”
Esther Engelman, born in Chicago, Illinois,
grew up in Southern
California where
she attended Chouinard Art Institute. She is known for her beautiful seasonal landscapes, seascapes, winter scenes,
and gardens in both oil and pastel and mediums. During her long career and extensive world travels, many of her subjects
reflect impressions of such locales as Ireland,
Scotland, England, Italy, France,
Holland, Canada and the United States, notably the East and the West coasts.
A California native, Joseph
Aaron has been inspired by many of the past California Impressionists. He dedicates himself to the challenge of
capturing the light and beauty of the landscape, from the coastlines to the Sierras to the deserts of California.
He began his painting adventure after moving to
Santa Barbara in the early 90's, transitioning from other artistic pursuits.
"Deciding to paint the landscape", he states, "was the beginning of trying to see in a completely new way,
really looking intensely at the subtle effects of light for the first time. It continues to be a challenging, inspiring and
fascinating adventure, and I'm always looking forward to exploring new ideas with color and compositions."
Joseph Aaron has participated in many art exhibitions and shows in addition to being represented by several fine art galleries
throughout the U.S.
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ESTHER'S MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS
Bower Museum, Ca., “Sights of Southern
California” 1998 – 2004
Honorable Mention 2002, 1st Place 2001 and 2000
Carnegie Art Museum, Ca., “A
Classic Competition” 1998, Honorable Mention
Frederick R Weisman Museum of Art, “On Location in Malibu, 2006,
2003, 1999
Muckenthaler Cultural Center, Ca., “Treasures of Sierra Nevada Exhibit” 1998
Natural History Museum of L.A., Ca., “Treasures of the Sierra Nevada Exhibit” 1998
Pacific Asia Museum,
Ca., “Murder at the Museum” 2002
Pasadena Museum of History. Ca., “Contemporary Masters, Artistic Eden”
2007, “Annual Gold Medal
Juried Exhibition” 2002 - 2000
Pasadena Museum of California Art, Ca., “Annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition”
2007, 2005 - 2003
Phippen Museum, Az., “On Location in Malibu, 2000
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Her work has been exhibited at museums such as The Bowers Museum
where she became a two-time award winner at the Annual “Sights of Santa Ana” Exhibition, Carnegie Museum, Pacific Asia Museum, Fredrick R. Weisman
Museum, Pasadena
Historical Museum,
Pasadena Museum of California Art, Phippen Museum, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Muchenthaler
Cultural Center.
Engelman, an internationally published artist, is also a featured artist with Bentley House Fine Art Publisher in
New York and California.
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