Alyssa Klauer
February Morning II (Valentine), 2023
Archival pigment print
Limited edition of 15 with 5AP + 1PP
Hand-embellished, signed and numbered by the artist
$950
February Morning II (Valentine) integrates forms drawn from papercut Valentine's Day cards from the Victorian era. Klauer's rendition is populated by the profiles and phantom-like facial features of various figures, arranged in a nearly symmetrical configuration. The artist imaginatively suspends her characters in a state of anticipation, as they await a note from their admirer on a green, spring-like Valentine's Day morning. As in many of her other paintings, the work is defined by layers of saturated, yet transparent, paint that lend a ghostly luminosity. Using a multitude of techniques that include splattering, dying, and stenciling, Klauer weaves together seemingly incongruent images to build an intense, psychological space. The artist will additionally hand embellish the edition with metallic and iridescent paint, as well as color pencils, so make each print unique.
Klauer notes, "I am thrilled to make this print for the Prospect Park Alliance, and to contribute to their mission of sustaining and restoring Prospect Park. I've been fortunate to have been able to visit the park often, and believe that it is an incredibly important resource for New Yorkers. Prospect Park is a haven that has provided a peaceful and inspiring environment that has enriched my life outside of the studio."
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