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Bio
Annie Marini - Genzon is an accomplished artist working in various visual disciplines; she is known for her lively abstract and 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. Time and memory always play a key role.
Annie works and resides between Los Angeles, California and Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Personal Statement
My work is a conversation in color inspired by the intricacies of nature and personal moments in life.
My art is an exploration of process, color, rhythm, and textures.
In my practice, I metaphorically use the body within spaces with environmental and portraiture. Using a figure creates stronger emotions within the image. When no figure is present, I create layers and incorporate symbols that connect to my paintings and sculptures. Together, the images convey the story I want to share. While creating 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 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
My work is a conversation in color inspired by the intricacies of nature and personal moments in life.
My art is an exploration of process, color, rhythm, and textures.
In my practice, I metaphorically use the body within spaces with environmental and portraiture. Using a figure creates stronger emotions within the image. When no figure is present, I create layers and incorporate symbols that connect to my paintings and sculptures. Together, the images convey the story I want to share. While creating 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 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