2021 Installations, Commissions and Exhibitions

Hollie Heller, Open Studio and New Works Celebration, New York, NY, 10/23/21

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Santa Cruz, CA 9/5/21

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition Galeries Bartoux, New York, NY, 10/16/21-10/23/21

Hollie Heller welcomed friends and fans to view her new Harlem studio and works on Saturday evening. A spectacular showcase of contemporary collages and installations created in the past two years. Detailed designs, textures, and layers with paper, fabric, and organic materials. Stunning displays from floor to ceiling! See more of Heller’s one-of-a-kind works from the celebration in Work Gallery and Artists Portfolio.

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition Galeries Bartoux, New York, NY, 10/16/21-10/23/21

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Santa Cruz, CA 9/5/21

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition Galeries Bartoux, New York, NY, 10/16/21-10/23/21

All “Eyes Open” (featured Oil on resin, 29” x 23" x 14”) for Carole A. Feuerman's 'Doyenne of Hyper-realism’ exhibition. New works featured at Galeries Bartoux opening and book signing for a selected week in October. Strength, perseverance, and resilience, the inspiring stories of the models behind Feuerman’s one-of-a-kind lifelike sculptures. View additional pieces in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Santa Cruz, CA 9/5/21

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Washington D.C., 7/7/21

The Atlantic Ocean inspires this series of three works, featured and purchased “Habour I", mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas, 40” x 30”. The free flowing emerald waters on the East Coast have landed on the West Coast. The work's new home will provide a beautiful view of its sister Pacific Ocean! Explore more of Arata's dynamic rhythmic paintings and installations in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Washington D.C., 7/7/21

“Mare” 48”x 36”, mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas from Alexandra Arata's sold out "Coming Together" series! One of four works that found homes after being created during pandemic's winter. Filled with both despair of “breaking, disconnecting, and ripping apart" and hope for "connecting and creating something whole and beautiful". View this work and Arata's other abstracts in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

Carole A. Feuerman Exhibition, Chase Contemporary, Montauk, NY, 6/12/21

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Washington D.C., 7/7/21

OPEN SHOW #20 Virtual, Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA), San Diego, CA 5/13/21

The unveiling of Carole A. Feuerman's latest monumental "Survival of Serena", Lacquer on Resin with Swarovski Crystal Cap, 38' x 84' x 32'
at a summer reception and book signing. Inspired by Cuban refugees' Florida challenges and survival as Feuerman witnessed as a child. Stories of strength, perseverance, and resilience like Feuerman's other hyperrealism sculptures. View in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

OPEN SHOW #20 Virtual, Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA), San Diego, CA 5/13/21

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Washington D.C., 7/7/21

OPEN SHOW #20 Virtual, Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA), San Diego, CA 5/13/21

“Live from San Diego" (at least online!), it was OPEN SHOW #20 on Thursday evening! Christian Michaels was one of five selected hosts aka visual artists sharing one of their dynamic projects. The seven interactive video works in his “Variant Series” were presented. Watch these talented makers in action from opening to closing monologue on MOPA's YouTube! View Michaels' responsive pieces in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Naples, FL 1/21/21

One of Alexandra Arata's favorite works (and almost as tall as her!), “Fluidity”, mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas, 60” x 48”. A 1/1/ piece layered with acrylic, glaze, and ink creating a bright land flowing design. Perfect for its contemporary collector's home and showcasing the city's turquoise waters and white sandy beaches! Explore more of Arata's dynamic rhythmic pieces in Work Gallery and Artists portfolio.

2020 Installations, Commissions and Exhibitions

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Potomac, MD, 10/21/20

C.Martino Commission, The Place at Fifth + Broadway, Nashville, TN, September 2020

Keep, never stop "Chasing A Dream" mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas, 40” x 70” commission by Alexandra Aranda. Layered materials, natural colors, and organic patterns highlight this stunning piece. Artist and owner collaborated on its unique design that provides further inspiration and beauty for its new home, one of city's most spectacular residences! View in Work Gallery and explore more of Arata's rhythmic dynamic works in Artists portfolio.

C.Martino Commission, The Place at Fifth + Broadway, Nashville, TN, September 2020

"Starpower" from C.Martino another rockin installation at The Place at Fifth + Broadway in downtown "Music City, USA"! A modern twist on classic American made/beloved denim and aluminum soda shine in this 36” x 36" mixed media on wood piece. The 'lead act' in the residential tower's co-working space! View in Work Gallery and explore more of C.Martino's 'streetwise, not quite pop' inspired work in Artists portfolio.

C.Martino Commission, The Place at Fifth + Broadway, Nashville, TN, August 2020

C.Martino Commission, The Place at Fifth + Broadway, Nashville, TN, September 2020

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition, Chase Contemporary, Montauk, NY, 7/13/20-8/31/20

Rockin and rolling from downtown Nashville, it's C.Martino's "Cassette Wall” at The Place at Fifth + Broadway's new 31 story residential tower! The 12’ x 9’5” installation is the ‘main act’ in one of its luxury guest suites with custom assembled cassettes, screws, and washers. Complementing and further elevating the tower's modern classic interiors by Jules Wilson Design. Paying homage to the city's iconic country music stars and scene!

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition, Chase Contemporary, Montauk, NY, 7/13/20-8/31/20

Alexandra Arata Sold Work, Residential Private Collection, Hamburg, Germany, 7/6/20

Carole A. Feuerman, Exhibition, Chase Contemporary, Montauk, NY, 7/13/20-8/31/20

“Kendall's Island” is on the map at the new Chase Contemporary gallery in Montauk! Carole A. Feuerman’s latest life size/like 70” x 21” x 38” lacquer on bronze sculpture for viewing this summer. Sharing a story of strength, perseverance, and resilience like all of her works. View more of Feuerman's one of kind hyperrealism sculptures and interactive installations in her portfolio in Artists and Work Gallery sections.

Alexandra Arata Commission, NoMa Building Lobby, Washington D.C., May 2020

Alexandra Arata Sold Work, Residential Private Collection, Hamburg, Germany, 7/6/20

Alexandra Arata's bold and beautiful "Bound Together" wood on acrylic, 52" x 20' wall sculpture welcomes lobby guests at NoMa, a vibrant, growing live, work, play neighborhood nestled within the nation's capital. The installation further elevates the space's natural lightening and pop color interiors with its brilliant arrangement and stunning colors. View in Work Gallery and additional rhythmic and dynamic works in Arata's portfolio.

Alexandra Arata Sold Work, Residential Private Collection, Hamburg, Germany, 7/6/20

Another "red dot" for Alexandra Arata's 1/1 bold robust paintings by a German collector (third one!)! "Living Colorfully" mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas, 36" x 48”. Multilayered materials with bright color splashes and textured patterns that activate this stunning piece in this collector's home private collection. View more available for purchase or commission in Arata's portfolio in Artists and Work Gallery sections.

Alexandra Arata Commission, City Winery Pier 57 Location and Office, New York, NY, 2/26/20

Alexandra Arata's latest dynamic 'in motion' work "Senses" from "Rhythm Blues" series. Mixed media painting debuting at City Winery's new Pier 57 location (postponed 4/1/20 opening due to COVID-19). Bold, bright, and rich in color and texture. Two sizes original 30" x 40" (as shown) in office and monumental (in the works) for display and to complement the venue’s spectacular Hudson River views. Coming soon to enjoy live!

"Illumination" Exhibition Opening, San Diego Art Institute, San Diego, CA, 2/11/20-5/3/20

Alexandra Arata Commission, City Winery Pier 57 Location and Office, New York, NY, 2/26/20

Justin Manor’s stunning “FINFET Macro” debuted at San Diego Art Institute "Illumination: 21st Century Interactions with Art+Science +Technology” 2/8/20 exhibition opening. Over 1000 guests marveled at the 200 pound steel and brass 36” x 48” x 3” sculpture. Inspired by Manor’s fascination with next generation transistor work from the University of San Diego. Experience in person through 5/3/20 and in Work Gallery.

Alexandra Arata Commissions, Facebook Corporate Office, Washington, D.C., 2/7/20

Alexandra Arata Commission, City Winery Pier 57 Location and Office, New York, NY, 2/26/20

"Art Exhibitions" Receptions, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA, 1/11/20-3/7/20

Many “Likes” were shared for Alexandra Arata's new works at Facebook’s corporate office in the Nation's Capital on 2/7/20. Mixed media paintings and multidimensional wall sculptures transformed entrance to exit spaces! "Living Colorfully 60”x 48” (as shown), "Morado" 36” x 36”, “Jesper" 48” x 48”, and "Bound Together” 14’ W and “Better Together” 9’ W activated their new homes. View in Work Gallery and Arata's portfolio in Artists.

"Art Exhibitions" Receptions, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA, 1/11/20-3/7/20

basileIE/CM Curatorial rang in the 2020 art season with two exhibition openings on 1/11/20! Paul Basile (re)debuted "Thought Out/Boxed" furnishings, sculptures, and interior equipment for modern living. C.Martino premiered "The Production of Sincerity" mixed media color, shape, and line, explorations. The second installment in the powerful and provocative "Austerity" series. Explore in Work Gallery and Artists' portfolios.

2019 Installations, Commissions, and Exhibitions

AC Contemporary Art Booth, SCOPE Miami Beach, Miami, FL, 12/3/19-12/8/19

“Carole A. Feuerman”, Exhibition Opening, Chase Contemporary, New York, NY, 11/7/19-12/12/19

Alexandra Arata's bold and beautiful "Bound Together" wood on acrylic, 24"x 42'" wall sculptures shone brightly at SCOPE Miami Beach. The works heated up AC Contemporary Art's booth with their brilliant arrangement and robust color and texture. View in Work Gallery and Arata's portfolio with additional rhythmic and dynamic works.

“Carole A. Feuerman”, Exhibition Opening, Chase Contemporary, New York, NY, 11/7/19-12/12/19

Carole A. Feuerman and her many fans celebrated the renowned American sculptor's illustrious career at a solo exhibition and book signing of “Carole A. Feuerman: 50 Years And Still Looking Good”. "The Thinker", a painted male sculpture was unveiled among Feuerman's current iconic "reality and illusion" sculptures. Enjoy in person and in Work Gallery!

"Structure” Fall 2019 Art Opening, The Work Room Cooperative, Washington D.C., 9/28/19

“Carole A. Feuerman”, Exhibition Opening, Chase Contemporary, New York, NY, 11/7/19-12/12/19

"Structure” Fall 2019 Art Opening, The Work Room Cooperative, Washington D.C., 9/28/19

Alexandra Arata debuted her new fluid and flowing "Joy Series", mixed media on gallery canvas at The Work Room Cooperative's 9/28/19 "Structure" Fall 2019 Art Opening Reception. Take a peek at "Milla", the star of the series with major enthusiasm including several red dots by evening's end! View in Work Gallery and Arata's portfolio.

“Paper, Process, Possibilities” Exhibition Opening, TAG, Tivoli, NY, 9/27/19-10/20/19

"Structure” Fall 2019 Art Opening, The Work Room Cooperative, Washington D.C., 9/28/19

“Upstate” mixed media wall installation at “Paper, Process, Possibilities” 9/28/19 Opening Reception

Hollie Heller unveiled her monumental "Upstate” mixed media wall installation, 69” L x 91” W x 79” D, 8’ H at Tivoli Artists Gallery's (TAG) 9/28/19 Opening Reception. Nature inspired by Tivoli's and Africa's picturesque landscapes' found/handmade objects. Experience at TAG until 10/20/19 or in our arsenal's Work. Gallery.

Alexandra Arata Commission, Residential Private Collection, Fort Worth, TX, 8/15/19

“Paper, Process, Possibilities” Exhibition Opening, TAG, Tivoli, NY, 9/27/19-10/20/19

C. Martino Original Works, Residential, Broadway Lofts, San Diego, CA, September 2019

Dynamic, in motion "Rhythm Series - 16", mixed media on gallery wrapped canvas, 36" x 36” painting by Alexandra Arata. Multilayered materials with light and shadow filled patterns illuminate this spectacular piece. Commissioned by an Arata fan and collector with prominent presence in their Lone Star residential private collection.

C. Martino Original Works, Residential, Broadway Lofts, San Diego, CA, September 2019

“Paper, Process, Possibilities” Exhibition Opening, TAG, Tivoli, NY, 9/27/19-10/20/19

C. Martino Original Works, Residential, Broadway Lofts, San Diego, CA, September 2019

C.Martino's "After The Fall" 48" x 48" acrylic paintings, "Thought Out Boxed In" 50" x 40" mixed media, and "On The Road" 18" x 24" limited print series provide a warm welcome for residents of this downtown San Diego urban mecca. An eclectic collection of 64 works that further elevate its stunning interiors from lobby to penthouse.

2019 Installations, Commissions, and Exhibitions

"Correspondence" Exhibition Opening, Porto Vista Hotel, San Diego, CA 6/20/19-11/20/19

"Open Borders" 58th Venice Art Biennale, Giardina Marinaressa, Venice ITL, 5/11/19-11/22/19

Christian Michaels 'lit up' the Porto Vista Hotel lobby with his latest interactive work, "Lumina". The 52" x 28" wall installation lights up when people or objects move in front. Its LED lights appear abstract, tubular, and organic. The work responds to the room's energy and transforms it into bright, positive white light. Experience "Lumina" in Michaels' portfolio's videos.

"Open Borders" 58th Venice Art Biennale, Giardina Marinaressa, Venice ITL, 5/11/19-11/22/19

Carole A. Feuerman debuted 12 new outdoor sculptures in conjunction with the 58th Venice Art Biennale. The works monumental in size and impact are exhibited throughout the Giadino Della Marinaressa. Come visit "The Thinker" and “Strength" (featured pieces in garden and Projects) and explore Feuerman's other beautiful and bold sculpture work.

"Between The Drops" Solo Exhibition, Art Of The World, Houston, TX, 3/22/19-5/18/19

"Open Borders" 58th Venice Art Biennale, Giardina Marinaressa, Venice ITL, 5/11/19-11/22/19

"Savage Future" Solo Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 3/9/19-5/4/19

Carole A. Feuerman's comprehensive exhibition celebrates the joy de vivr with works she especially made for it. The pieces vary in styles and materials: resin and bronze, painted and monochromatic, and video. The realism of the art, a defining aspect of Feuerman's style, stems from the desire to portray a balance of emotions ranging from peacefulness to vigor.

"Savage Future" Solo Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 3/9/19-5/4/19

"Exhibitions: 8/10-9/28" Reception Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA, 8/10/19-9/28/19

"Savage Future" Solo Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 3/9/19-5/4/19

C.Martino explores an 8-bit Apocalypse world with rising sea levels and technology running amok in his latest mixed media works. Pieces integrate modern objects and illustrations with classic photos resulting in multifaceted designs and thought provoking interactions. Each work tells a story of fantasy with a future that belongs to robots, heroes, and tiki friends.

Kit Driscoll Commission, Residential Private Collection Unveiling, New York, NY, 1/7/19

"Exhibitions: 8/10-9/28" Reception Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA, 8/10/19-9/28/19

Kit Driscoll and "man's best friend" celebrated the holidays together in his studio. The four legged stars' parents commissioned Driscoll to create a custom piece for their home's private art collection at his discretion and with the subjects in black/white. "Best Friends - Lily and Mickey", acrylic on canvas, 24" x 24" received rave reviews by the owners and its models.

"Exhibitions: 8/10-9/28" Reception Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA, 8/10/19-9/28/19

Justin Manor debuted his latest digital work “Information Asymmetry” at basileIE/CM Curatorial’s “Exhibitions: 8/10-9/28” Opening Reception. The large scale LED installation explores landscapes of data that define our lives, yet remain outside of our control. Explore this data activation and Manor spinning a high definition DJ set in Work Gallery section.

2018 Installations, Commissions, and Exhibitions

"TOBI" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 9/8/18-10/7/18

basileIE/CM Curatorial Co-Salon Owners and Artists, Paul Basile and C.Martino were the buzz of Barrio Logan's monthly art walk with the debut of their "jaw dropping" works. They brilliantly incorporated creativity and authenticity while adhering to commercial conformity and convenience demands. Guests explored and engaged with the art!

The Art Arsenal Office Opening Announcement, New York, NY 9/15/18

"TOBI" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 9/8/18-10/7/18

Our New York arsenal opened in Chelsea, heart of the city's dynamic art scene. We introduced our eclectic interactive works to clients in the east, as well as continue doing out west. Our artists custom design with 1/1 available or commissions that transform spaces on both coasts. View our Commercial, Residential, Hospitality, and Exhibition work in Work Gallery.

Kit Driscoll Commissions, Private Collections, New York, NY, August 2018

"TOBI" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 9/8/18-10/7/18

"Cruel Summer" Exhibition Opening, basilIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 7/14/18-8/5/18

Kit Driscoll "vacationed" with his paints, brushes, and canvases in the summer. He was commissioned to create bold, abstract works for two private collections. "Joy to the Unknown", acrylic on canvas, 36" x 48" (above). "Chandelier Midnight", 16" x 20", oil on paper (in work portfolio). Driscoll unveiled both pieces in the residences of their thrilled collectors.

"Cruel Summer" Exhibition Opening, basilIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 7/14/18-8/5/18

"Imperial Conquests" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 5/12/18-5/27/18

"Cruel Summer" Exhibition Opening, basilIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 7/14/18-8/5/18

Guests basked in "sizzlin" works from The Art Arsenal's, C.Martino's mixed media and Christian Michaels' interactive video installations. C.Martino curated and exhibited the group show of 20 artists with custom pieces that paid homage to California Dreamin’ with present day's global warming environmental and income equality challenges.

"Imperial Conquests" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 5/12/18-5/27/18

The Art Arsenal's Justin Manor, C.Martino, Christian Michaels, and Tim Spann served up their "scrumptious" eclectic works at the food inspired group show. C.Martino also curated and exhibited the show at his Barrio Logan gallery, CM Curatorial. Guests enjoyed and indulged in the art with its "tasty" artistic inspiration, design, and subject matter.

"Barrio AllStarz" Exhibition, Sergott Contemporary, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 5/11/18-6/23/18

"Imperial Conquests" Exhibition Opening, basileIE/CM Curatorial, San Diego, CA 5/12/18-5/27/18

An all-star cast of artists from San Diego's Barrio Logan, a vigorous arts community, brought their dynamic visual works to Rancho Santa Fe. The Art Arsenal's, C.Martino co-curated the show and exhibited several pieces from his custom surfboard and shrine sculpture series. SCAA's Tom and Ann Sergott hosted the festive evening of art and music.

"Real Walls, Imaginary Borders" Panel Conversation, Soho House, New York, NY 2/6/18

Creative entrepreneurs Marawan El-Asfahani, Co-Founder/CEO, Jackknife; Meredith Lockwood, Co-Founder, Relevee and Her Future Coalition,; and C.Martino, Artist/Chief Curator, CM Curatorial, spoke with Jill Higson, the evening's host and The Art Arsenal's Chief Curator/Founder. Speakers shared their cross border experiences and insights with guests.