Four
by Jelica Polimac, Viola Visnjevac, Verica Avlijas and Sonja
Polimac.
31 August – 12th September 2010
An exhibition of four diverse artists, working in a range of
media and spanning the globe. Through the sweeping landscapes of
Southern Ontario, where Viola has found her inspiration, the
bridges spanning Britain which Jelica has crossed, the muse that
Sonja finds in fashion, to the strength and grace of the equine
form that Verica has so convincingly depicted, each woman has
discovered the language of expression.
Jelica Polimac
While Jelica is more at home painting portraits, her decision to
branch out with this subject of ‘Bridges’ shows how incredibly
versatile she is as an artist. Jelica’s paintings truly give the
timeless, endless, breathless feeling that one has when the
opportunity of a bridge spans out before oneself. Jelica is an
associate of Guildford Art Society and has exhibited in Toronto and
England.
Viola Visnjevac
The overwhelming impression one is left with when experiencing
Viola’s art is a vibrant and harmonious joy for life, inspired by
the endless South Ontario landscape. Her subjects range from the
majestic tranquillity of a Canadian lake to the charm of an Ontario
town reminiscent of the Old World. Viola has exhibited in Ontario
and Paris and is a member of the Don Valley Art Club in
Toronto.
Verica Avlijas
Verica spent many years as an art collector and dealer in
Belgrade, selling art from both well-known artists and her own
work. The inspiration for her work on horses comes from her
admiration of their beauty, grace and strength that these animals
exhibit. Verica has exhibited in Holland and Belgrade.
Sonja Polimac
Fashion is a multifaceted, ever changing art form, all of which
is clear to see in Sonja’s silk scarves. Sonja has been interested
in fashion and fashion accessories from a young age, but is
relatively new to silk painting. Sonja is currently reading History
of Art at the University of York, where she spends time on the
committee of the Norman Rea Gallery on campus. Sonja has both
organised and curated this exhibition.