FEATURE REVIEWS

AMARA (MEXICAN)

Amara, a visionary mixed media and fine art fashion designer deeply connected to her extensive Latin roots, was born in Mexico and now makes her home in the United States. Her art beautifully embodies the fusion of cultural influences and creative expression, drawing from a rich mosaic of diverse experiences and interactions gathered throughout her travels.

Driven by a strong desire to empower and inspire others through her work, Amara shares, "The idea of creating art with intention inspires me to express my disagreement with popular beliefs and ideas that do not represent me as a woman. Moreover, it is exposing my feminist ideals through my paintings so that others can empower themselves and take control of their lives that moves me."

Amara's art is characterized by vibrant use of color and surrealistic imagery, serving as a powerful reflection of her deep appreciation and love for Latin American culture. At the heart of every piece lies a profound principle: the celebration and empowerment of women, and all who identify with the feminine spirit, encouraging the embracing of one’s divine essence without reservation or guilt. Embracing the freedom to define oneself as one sees fit, Amara is inspired to continue her journey of making a meaningful impact. Her passion and firm intention to share her vision with the world have brought her to this stage in her life.

SCOTCH HOPKINS (AMERICAN)

Art has been fundamental to my existence from the genesis of my consciousness. Commencing with the crafting of my own action figures derived from my childhood drawings, progressing to various acting performances, and culminating in diverse written expressions, art has steadfastly served as my perennial raison d’etre- a conduit to self-discovery, profound expression, and a means by which I engage and interact with the contours of reality. Complementing this foundation is my adoration and affinity for the sciences, wherein I possess an indominable fascination with the artistry, precision, and chaos intrinsic to its domain. Within the sphere of my artistic endeavors and aspirations, I aspire to ignite creativity in others, encouraging those imaginations to ascend unbridled, unencumbered by fear. Concurrently, my fervor for science, philosophy, and the tapestry for human emotions fuels a desire to instill intrigue and ardor for the mathematical, aesthetic, and enigmatic facets of these subjects, while remaining loyal to the honest expression of their emotional underpinnings. My aim is to provoke contemplation of profound inquires, to foster dialogue, and to embark on deep analytical journeys that facilitate both learning and creation.

Preeminent among all forms of art is life itself-existence in all its bewildering intricacy and exquisite precision in order and chaos. The cosmic machinery, from the sub-atomic to galaxy clusters, the elegance and strangeness of nature’s design, eludes replication through mere artistic conceptualization, however I am undeterred, poised to venture forth, nonetheless. In the realm of existence, the choices we make and our interactions within its construct offer the most profound canvasses for artistic proclamation. It is within these realms that I endeavor to explore a myriad of concepts, contemplations, and policy statements, all encapsulated within my varied artistic formats. I stand as a creative force, driven by an unwavering commitment to transcend my limitations, to test the boundaries of imagination and intellect, and to share the odyssey of this creative journey. 

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JOAN AGAJANIAN QUINN ARCHIVES 

BEVERLY HILLS

Quinn has been a staunch supporter of the arts for decades. She served as the West Coast Editor of Andy Warhol's Interview magazine, was the society editor of Hearst’s Herald Examiner and was a prominent member of the California  Arts Council. Through her various positions, Joan was instrumental in promoting and helping artists forge their early careers. Her close relationships with California artists like George Herms, Laddie Dill, Lynda Benglis, Tony Berlant and Frank Gehry to name a few, continue to flourish. As a connector and journalist, Joan remains as  active as ever.