Variable Speed

E11even2 Gallery’s upcoming exhibition “Variable Speed” features the work of Katy Clark and R!ch Cihlar. The two regional artists, in collaboration around the common theme of “birds,” take full flight, alighting on various media, styles, and techniques. Within the pedantic naturalism of John James Audubon and the reductive vision of Constantin Brancusi, Clark and Cihlar, in tandem, soar in their distinctive manifestations of the avian, airborne, the essence of the wonder of flight.

Recently returning to her hometown from Madison, Wisconsin, Katy Clark demonstrates a
lyrical fearlessness in all her work, readily veering from decorative illustration to bold
abstraction. With virtuosity in acrylic, gouache, watercolor, pen/ink, and cut-paper collage,
Clark can be joyfully gestural, intensely chromatic and then sinuously precise with controlled curvilinear line. Observing birds in nature, singularly or in flocks, she ranges from meditative to exuberant.

R!ch Cihlar, as part of Don’t Panic! has helped propel graffiti art into Cleveland’s cultural
mainstream. His work offers a dynamic counterpoint to Clark’s fluid brushwork and intricate draughtsmanship with his multi-layered, spray-painted stenciled forms. As Clark’s birds flutter and hum, Cihlar’s scream. Along with his paintings, he perpetuates the Pop vernacular by appropriating found objects in quirky crafted “skateboard birdhouses,” fully functional and ready for backyard birdwatching.

In preparation for “Variable Speed,” Cihlar states, “In its simplest form this exhibition will look like a bird themed show, but the constructive result will be the completed work from two artists who were given the same project but ended up with much different results.”
Celebrate Spring and anticipate Summer with “Variable Speed” at E11even2 Gallery. Surround yourself with images of birds, these magical, mysterious creatures that perch on our trees, peck at our flowers, and gloriously populate our skies.

Opening Reception for “Variable Speed” at the E11even2 Gallery is May 20, 5-9pm with the Closing Reception June 17, 5-9pm

Are You Feeling Dangerous?

Dangerous
September 20 – November 15,  2019

Dangerous is the next featured exhibition at E11even 2 gallery opening September 20^th  from 5p-9p  Artist and gallery owners, Billy Nainiger, Christina Sadowski, and R!ch Cihlar share their support for the upcoming Cleveland Browns Season by creating an array of original art works.

Nainiger, known for his pop art influence and mixed media approach to his work, says “I wanted to host a Browns exhibition because I have been a huge fan since the days of Bernie Kosar, Ozzie Newsome, Ernst Byner and the rest of the Dawg pound.  Cleveland is a football town and everybody seems to love the Browns, win or lose.  E11even 2 wanted to put on a show to help celebrate the love we have for our boys in orange and brown.”

Works featured in this exhibition will be a variety of mixed media and painted pieces from all 3 owners.  Guests will also have an opportunity to collect the limited edition Dangerous can Koozie (while supplies last).  This is a family friendly event.

Modern Guilt…. Who’s Got It?

Modern Guilt: New Works by Andrew Shondrick & Matt Miller is the next exhibition at E11even 2.  Modern Guilt is mix of ideas spawning from shifts in social values and constant over correction to the current state of the world in all of its good, bad and crazy.

Miller says, “Andrew and I met in art school while earning our BFA degrees at The Myers School of Art.  I think our mutual interests in Lowbrow and Pop Surreal Art (really all things deemed NOT “art school worthy”) as well as our stubbornness to only make what we wanted to make began a friendship that evolved as our personal work grew from intro level courses all the way to our final semester of advanced painting courses.”

What can guests expect from the exhibition? Andrew Shondrick says, “I wanted to take a step back and try to identify some of the subtleties of this liquid state within my own life and familiar surroundings. I am ultimately sympathetic to the human condition and our quixotic intentions. We have success and folly. We often muddle the two and can rarely tell them apart. We are doing our best, as best we know.”

The works will be in the form of paintings in the mediums of oil and acrylic paints.

These works will be on display May 18^th – June 15, 2018.  The opening reception for Modern Guilt will be on May 18th  from 5-9 pm at e11even 2.

Echo – An Exhibition on Textures, Repetition, and Patterns

 

Echo is the next exhibition at E11even 2.  It explores the world of repetition, textures, and patterns.  Curated by R!ch Cihlar, the exhibit features 15 artists that focus on configurations that are mathematical, found in nature, or aesthetically pleasing.  Works featured will be in multiple mediums including, painting, collage, found objects and more.

These works will be on display March 16- April 20, 2018.  The opening reception for Echo will be on March 16^th  from 5-9pm at e11even 2.

Featured Artists are:

1.  Bob Peck
2. Sergio Andujar
3. Randy Maxin
4. George Kocar
5. Eileen Dorsey
6. Clare Kolat
7. Dan Kearsey
8. Rick Sans
9. R!ch Cihlar
10. Beth Ryan
11. John Ryan
12. Leslie Edwards Humez
13. Higo Gabarron
14. Nick Taylor
15. Justin Will

Step Right UP!

Step Right UP! A carnival inspired exhibition will have guests feeling like a kid again.  E11even 2 is excited to announce its next exhibit to open on July 21^st from 5-9pm featuring over 40 artists.  Guest curator Leslie Edwards Humez, had this to say:

“Exhibiting artists were invited to create new work for this exhibit that leaned toward the nostalgic or surreal and drew heavily on their childhood memories: that magical time when things loomed larger, brighter, and more colorful.  Where the element of surprise provoked involuntary shivers, amusement parks rocked, and carnival kisses cost a buck.

In STEP RIGHT UP, there will be work with a sunlit perspective that highlights fun foods, midway wheels-of-chance, thrill rides, blue-ribbon competitions and more. Or (thanks to Cher) the work may sneak a peek at the edgy side of the traveling show with its gypsies, tramps and thieves who beckon us with crooked fingers into that unsettling neon space where flim-flam rules and fortune-tellers, floozies and freaks hide behind midnight faces.”

Lucky Charms – July 15th

Typewriter by Andy Dreamingwolf

If Cleveland wasn’t feeling lucky already, the Lucky Charms exhibition will provide more elements of good fortune for Clevelanders.

Opening July 15^th from 5p-9p at E11even 2, the works of Andy Dreamingwolf, Randy Maxin and R!ch Cihlar will be on display. The term, Lucky Charms, means so many things to so many people, but all elements of this exhibition will reflect on some of those feelings.

Dreamingwolf says “I’m genuinely fascinated by objects in which their outcome or output is based on their given users actions with said items. It’s a sort of “luck is what you make it” analogy. To me when a “Lucky Charm” is stripped of its habit and superstition, the core you’re left with is comfort. And that can come in many forms, be it confidence, memories, or tangibles.

R!ch says “When I typically think of lucky charms, I think of cliché items like horseshoes, rabbits feet, or a four leafed clover, but I also realize that there are so many other objects or thoughts that make me feel lucky. My works will reflect both of those ideas of traditional and nontraditional lucky charms.”

Maxin says “I feel lucky everyday, having the friends and family that I do. My pieces will reflect more of the sentiment behind the objects in the form of patterns and repetition. The idea that everyday is a good day… or a lucky day.”

What’s New at E11even 2? New Exhibitions, Same Great Time!

R!ch, Christina, and Billy have been creating new exhibitions for the 2016/2017 season.  Interested artists can apply to the corresponding curator on the upcoming events tab.  Group & Themed Shows include:

1. Yada, Yada, Yada,   A Seinfeld Exhibition – September 2016 – All artwork will refer to the 90’s hit sitcom, Seinfeld.
2. Skateboard Art Show – January 2017 – All artwork will be created with or on a wooden skateboard decks
3. $50 Show – March 2017 – All artwork will be priced at $50 for one night only/cash and carry event.
4. Rock, Paper, Scissors, ROCK! – April 2017 – All art work will reflect the music world.
5. Cult Movie Poster Show – September 2017 – Artwork of new/recreated movies that have “Cult” status.
6. Plus more! (TBA’s will be listed soon)

For consideration for any of the upcoming exhibitions please email the corresponding curator with 5 images of current work, a link to your website (or Facebook if a  website is n/a) and any other pertinent information about your work (materials/medium, past exhibitions, etc…)  Artists should live within a 50 mile radius of Cleveland.  Artists should also review the contract listed on the upcoming events tab prior to applying for any exhibitions.

Be Sure to Drink Your Ovaltine. A Crummy Commercial?

A Christmas Art Show: Works by Billy Nainiger Nov. 20th & Dec 18th, 2015

 

What’s in the Bag?

We are pleased to announce our next show, “What’s in the Bag?”. This exhibit allows artists to create works based on or inspired by junk drawer items in a brown paper bag. Works will include paintings, mixed media, photography, and more. Please join us on February 20 and March 20th, 2015 from 5-9pm for the opening and closing receptions of “What’s in the Bag?”  Items in the bag include: playing cards, dominos, clothes pins, keys, matches, hair pins, nail polish, metal slugs, scrabble tiles, tongue depressors/popsicle sticks, plastic army men, bottle caps, buttons, and the brown bag.

Artists Include:

1. R!ch Cihlar
2. Rick Sans
3. Sergio Andjuar II
4. David Kraska
5. Katie Harroff
6. Christina Sadowski
7. Eileen Dorsey
8. George Kocar
9. Sam Young
10. Billy Nainiger
11. Donna Fischer
12. Nicole Edwards
13. Dan Nainiger
14. Melanie Agnich
15. Paul Garcia

A Robe is an Essential Part of Anyones Wardrobe… Friday 11/21

Don’t forget to wear a robe to the opening reception of “The Dude Abides” on November 21st from 5-9pm, works by Billy Nainiger.  There will be plenty of memorable movie concepts, props, and great art to relive the movie.  Parental Advisory is advised, guests 18+.