Artist Statement
Adrien Montoya is a local artist whose artwork is dynamic, playful
and full of energy. Highly influenced by early twentieth century
modernists, color and texsture are integral to her style. Her
compositions are bold and direct, complete with stylized figures and
whimsical embellishment. As a world traveler, she has been exposed
to many traditions and cultures which becomes apparent when you view
her work.
The assortment of media Adrien has explored is a testament to her
energy and commitment. Always looking for different mediums as
outlets for her expression, Adrien has discovered the possibilities
of photo transferes and mixed media collages. In addition she works
in acrylic, gouache, pen and ink, water color and wax. In all of
these media, her love of figurative themes, intense color and
unusual textural patterning comes through.
Adrien's work has been shown at many places in the triangle,
including Artworks/The Studio, Cup a Joe, North Hills Mall, Quail
Corners Shopping Center, Visual Art Exchange, all of Raleigh and
Spring Daze, Magnolia Market, and Sweetreats in Cary. She is hte
founding member of the successful downtown gallery, Local Color at
22 Glenwood Avenue.
Exhibits/Juried shows include:
2005
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Our Town"
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Small Things"
Nicole's Studio & Art Gallery Juried Show
2006
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Figurative Works"
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "North Carolina Scenes"
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Over and Under", honorable mention
2007
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Lines"
Visual Art Exchange Juried Show "Travel Scenes"
Piedmont Community College, Roxborro Group Exhibitor, Sept. - Oct.
Creme, Fayetteville Street, Raleigh
Salon 21, Raleigh
