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April Issue 2009
The Real Estate
Studio in Charleston, SC, Features Works by Karen A. Vournakis
The
Real Estate Studio in Charleston, SC, is presenting the exhibit,
Charleston Facades Revisited II, featuring works by Karen
A. Vournakis, on view through Apr. 11, 2009.
Some of Vournakis' photographic work has been based on her interest in architecture and history. In an earlier portfolio of hand-painted gelatin silver photographs taken at ancient Greek archaeological sites, the walls and facades of the temples with their marked surfaces interested the artist. In this current portfolio, the artist is intrigued with the style of architecture that made the buildings functional as well as decorative.
In Charleston, Vournakis is drawn to a subject matter similar to the Greek sites; buildings with stately columns of classical style and walls with surfaces that have a beautiful patina reflecting the passing of time. St. Phillip's Church has been a primary focus over the past several years. This photo/mixed media series is a blend of classical architectural style inherent in the photograph and a contemporary color palette used by the artist that blends photography and painting.
Vournakis' approach to the medium emphasizes the use of color to create an emotional interpretation, including colors and shades that were not necessarily a part of the reality of the original site or building.
Vournakis arrived in Charleston in 1995 and opened The Karen Vournakis Studio/Gallery on lower King Street, which she operated for eight years. She has been a member of the Waterfront Gallery since 1997, an artists owned and managed gallery located on East Bay Street in the historic district of Charleston.
For more information check our SC Commercial Gallery listings, contact The Real Estate Studio at 843/722-5618 or e-mail to (concierge@dunesproperties.com).
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