Exhibition
The Art of Leroy
Illustrations by Karen Garry
Sept 4th to 28th 2020
Please note: Gallery hours are limited (T/Th 1-8 pm, W/F/Sat 11-6pm, Sun/M closed).
Masks and Social Distancing required.
Entrance is staggered and only 2 people are allowed in the gallery itself at any one time.
Masks and Social Distancing required.
Entrance is staggered and only 2 people are allowed in the gallery itself at any one time.
Artist Statement
Karen Garry founded Heart Shaped Rawk in 2016 with the mandate to create heartfelt stories that were environmentally sound, ecologically conscious and forward thinking. Focusing on using non-violent communication, humour and philosophical musings along with thoughts on capitalism, social structure, sustainability, cooperation, metaphysics and the meaning of life to entertain, enlighten, enliven and elevate the world around her, she created and introduced Leroy, the lion, in this first of a six book series. Alliteration was a side effect.
Fascinated with the ways in which we live, work and play and how they reflect and influence our existence, while feeling dismayed by the current state of affairs in a mass marketed global economy insistent on expansion, labeling it progress, and requiring mass resource extraction and land reformation which in turn is clearly threatening to rip out our very existence, Karen felt compelled to be mindful in finding solutions. Determined to use her skills in sculpture, writing, drawing and painting, (and possibly even incorporating her love of music,) Karen set out to explore ways to make the world a better place, while creating beautiful, well loved stories that inspire and excite readers of all ages, again and again.
Fascinated with the ways in which we live, work and play and how they reflect and influence our existence, while feeling dismayed by the current state of affairs in a mass marketed global economy insistent on expansion, labeling it progress, and requiring mass resource extraction and land reformation which in turn is clearly threatening to rip out our very existence, Karen felt compelled to be mindful in finding solutions. Determined to use her skills in sculpture, writing, drawing and painting, (and possibly even incorporating her love of music,) Karen set out to explore ways to make the world a better place, while creating beautiful, well loved stories that inspire and excite readers of all ages, again and again.
Bio
Karen Garry was born in and currently resides in Vancouver, BC where the beach brings her constant inspiration, the plethora of flora and fauna continue to vie for her attention while being fabulous character models and adorable, funny teachers. She has a background in animation, creative writing and ESL teaching, has illustrated a few books, written a few text books; worked on some cartoons and put out 13 issues of a 'zine, called GirliePrig. She feels blessed to live and work in such a beautiful place and is excited to share her colourful vision with those that make up this wonderful city, province, country and planet we call home. She is currently working on the second installment in the Heart Shaped Rawk Series.
Price List
The original artwork in this exhibition is currently not for sale. However, if you are interested in purchasing prints, please see the price list.
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