Bio
Annie Marini - Genzon is an accomplished artist working in various visual disciplines; she is fluent in painting and sculpture.
Annie is known for her lively abstract and at times figurative paintings, and captivating sculptures. Recognized for her dynamic compositions and color sensibility, Annie explores a rich visual vocabulary of boldness and subtlety; she creates works through labor-intensive processes that can be seen explicitly as a personal search in life by applying metaphorical language. By referencing metaphors and symbolism, she creates intense emotional moments conceived by rules and omissions, acceptance, and refusal, luring the viewer into their significance. Annie has been at the forefront of creating work that pushes the imagination and challenges the traditional definitions of contemporary art.
Annie works and resides between Los Angeles, California and Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Personal Statement
I am both a painter and a sculptor. I create visual narratives of identity and memory influenced by personal experiences and events. My art explores process, color, rhythm, and textures. Using a figure creates strong emotions within the image. When no figure is present, I create layers with different media and incorporate symbols that connect to my paintings, sculptures, or installation pieces. Together, the images convey the narrative I want to share. While making my art, I intend to suggest a story, not only of the moment but also of an entire life—not only what we can see but also what is invisible to the eyes.
Education
Annie studied art at Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes Manuel Belgrano (National Institute of the Arts) where she earned a BFA and at the UNA- Universidad Nacional de las Artes, Prilidiano Pueyrredón (National University of the Arts) in Buenos Aires, Argentina where she graduated with an MFA.
In Argentina, one of her mentors was the famous sculptor Antonio Pujía.
Upon her arrival in the United States, she continued her education in visual arts under the guidance of
Alex Kristelis, and Philip Cornelius at Pasadena College, Pasadena, California
In addition, she pursued studies at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and UCSD, University of California San Diego, where she completed her Master's Degree in Gifted Education.
Awards and Residencies
2023- Pasadena Arts Alliance Scholarship, Pasadena, California.
2023- William C. Miller Scholarship. Pasadena, California.
2004-2008- Premi Internacionazionali Delle Arti “Memoria Lucia Martinez” Asociación cultural Ruiz Aznar - Granada,Spain.
2005- Diploma de Accésit – Premio Concurso Internacional de Artes Plásticas “ Compositor Antonio Guada” Granada, Spain.
Annie was selected to participate in residencies in Naples, Italy, and in Barcelona, Spain.
Honors
2008- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Vision, website, and promotional materials.
2007- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Harmony, website, and promotional materials.
2006- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Time, website, and promotional materials.
2005- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Communication, website, and promotional materials.
2005- Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Los Angeles-honoring Ana Marini- Genzon, Artist, Educator.
Annie is represented by:
Jorge Mendez Gallery in Palm Springs, CA/
Arizona.
www.jorgemendezgallery.com
Wilde Meyer Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ
Wilde Meyer Gallery in Tucson, AZ
www.wildemeyer.com
The Loft at Liz in Los Angeles, CA.
www.theloftatlizs.com
Artamo Gallery in Santa Barbara, CA
www.artamo.com
(Closed)
Gloria Delson Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, CA
www.gdcagallery.com
Grand Street Arts, San Pedro, CA
Former Gallery, San Pedro, CA
www.grandstreetarts.com
I am both a painter and a sculptor. I create visual narratives of identity and memory influenced by personal experiences and events. My art explores process, color, rhythm, and textures. Using a figure creates strong emotions within the image. When no figure is present, I create layers with different media and incorporate symbols that connect to my paintings, sculptures, or installation pieces. Together, the images convey the narrative I want to share. While making my art, I intend to suggest a story, not only of the moment but also of an entire life—not only what we can see but also what is invisible to the eyes.
Education
Annie studied art at Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes Manuel Belgrano (National Institute of the Arts) where she earned a BFA and at the UNA- Universidad Nacional de las Artes, Prilidiano Pueyrredón (National University of the Arts) in Buenos Aires, Argentina where she graduated with an MFA.
In Argentina, one of her mentors was the famous sculptor Antonio Pujía.
Upon her arrival in the United States, she continued her education in visual arts under the guidance of
Alex Kristelis, and Philip Cornelius at Pasadena College, Pasadena, California
In addition, she pursued studies at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and UCSD, University of California San Diego, where she completed her Master's Degree in Gifted Education.
Awards and Residencies
2023- Pasadena Arts Alliance Scholarship, Pasadena, California.
2023- William C. Miller Scholarship. Pasadena, California.
2004-2008- Premi Internacionazionali Delle Arti “Memoria Lucia Martinez” Asociación cultural Ruiz Aznar - Granada,Spain.
2005- Diploma de Accésit – Premio Concurso Internacional de Artes Plásticas “ Compositor Antonio Guada” Granada, Spain.
Annie was selected to participate in residencies in Naples, Italy, and in Barcelona, Spain.
Honors
2008- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Vision, website, and promotional materials.
2007- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Harmony, website, and promotional materials.
2006- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Time, website, and promotional materials.
2005- Zimmer Museum-The Art of Communication, website, and promotional materials.
2005- Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Los Angeles-honoring Ana Marini- Genzon, Artist, Educator.
Annie is represented by:
Jorge Mendez Gallery in Palm Springs, CA/
Arizona.
www.jorgemendezgallery.com
Wilde Meyer Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ
Wilde Meyer Gallery in Tucson, AZ
www.wildemeyer.com
The Loft at Liz in Los Angeles, CA.
www.theloftatlizs.com
Artamo Gallery in Santa Barbara, CA
www.artamo.com
(Closed)
Gloria Delson Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, CA
www.gdcagallery.com
Grand Street Arts, San Pedro, CA
Former Gallery, San Pedro, CA
www.grandstreetarts.com