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Queens College Art Exhibition – Full Circles – Featuring the Art of Mary Ahern and Virginia Mallon

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Art Exhibition: Full Circles: Featuring the Art of Mary Ahern and Virginia Mallon

The art exhibition Full Circles celebrates the careers of two Queens College Alumni from April 7 through May 5, 2025, at the Queens College Art Center Gallery in the Benjamin S. Rosenthal Campus Library.

Queens College alumnae Mary Ahern (class of 1980) and Virginia Mallon (class of 1985) have crossed paths many times since graduating in the 80s. Though distinct in style, these accomplished artists have shared similar journeys, challenges, and successes throughout their careers. Both have experienced long-standing memberships in the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA) and at Ceres Gallery, one of the oldest feminist galleries in New York City. On view will be work representing the arc of expression and symbols explored during their years at Queens College and still uniquely threads through their current artwork decades later.

Ahern’s art is deeply rooted in symbolism, dynamically reflecting the interconnectedness within the microcosm of her garden and the macrocosm of the cosmos. Her vibrant floral works invite viewers to contemplate universal questions of existence, exploring themes of survival, growth, and renewal through meticulous attention to the natural world. Issues of isolation and exclusion featured in her work then return in this new period of political upheaval.

Mallon approaches her art through a different lens. “My work contemplates religious, historic, and mythological women and the psychological undercurrents of contemporary society.” Mallon explains. With influences from social realism, political, and feminist art her powerful pieces offer commentary on modern societal challenges from a distinctly female perspective, exploring complex themes of identity, power, and resilience.

Both artists have successfully balanced their artistic pursuits with parallel careers outside the art world, bringing unique perspectives to their creative practice.

April 7 to May 5, 2025
at QUEENS COLLEGE ART CENTER
65-30 Kissena Blvd, 6th Floor, Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library, Flushing, NY 11367
Reception, 4pm to 7pm, Thursday, April 10th
Gallery open weekdays 1-4pm, and by appointment.

Download Press Release Here:

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Not Just Another Pretty Flower. A Solo Exhibition by the Artist Mary Ahern at The Atelier At Flowerfields

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Embedded With Conversations on Harmony and Balance from the Garden to the Galaxy

The Atelier At Flowerfield is thrilled to announce:

“Not Just Another Pretty Flower3 a Mary Ahern Art Show” 

April 18 to May 30, 2024,

2 Flowerfield, St. James, NY 11772.

Opening Reception: Thursday, April 18, 2024. 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Meet The Artist: Saturday, April 27, 2024. 1 – 3 PM

Mary Ahern’s art is deeply rooted in symbolism, dynamically reflecting the interconnectedness and delicate balance within both the microcosm of her garden and the macrocosm of the cosmos These artworks spark a vital conversation about these essential issues. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant community of life in her garden, her flowers invite universal questions of existence and purpose in their quest for survival, eventual senescence, and rebirth.

The identifiable floral Images she creates are glazed and intertwined with her abstract underpaintings inspired by the recent awe-inspiring visuals of the universe. By recognizing the delicate balance required for both terrestrial and celestial ecosystems to thrive, she aims to provide a visual context for understanding the essential balance necessary to sustain life’s intricate harmony across all scales – from the tiniest flower to the grandest galaxy.

Employing imagery that balances both abstraction and realism, she is mirroring the delicate equilibrium needed for universal survival. Her extensive use of transparent glazing between the garden and the galaxy exemplifies the need for open discourse, which she believes is necessary to ensure the health and survival of all species.

Ahern’s artistic process involves employing unique techniques that she has continued to refine over the course of 50 years. Through the years of experimentation and refinement, she developed a distinctive approach to painting that reflects her artistic vision and also her philosophy. Through this layered, evocative imagery, she invites viewers to pause, contemplate, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the fragile yet resilient web of life that sustains our world and cosmos.

The Atelier at Flowerfield shares Ahern’s commitment to promoting appreciation of the arts. As part of its mission, The Atelier strives to preserve beauty through the learning, understanding, creation, and enjoyment of art in all its forms.

Also Visit the website of The Atelier At Flowerfield: www.atelieratflowerfield.org

Mary Ahern Art Exhibition Announcement

Art of the Bloom. Exhibition at The Art Guild in Port Washington

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Art of the Bloom

Juried  Exhibition at

The Art Guild
Elderfields Preserve
200 Port Washington Blvd.
Manhasset, NY 11030

On View: September 10-30, 2023

Email: info@theartguild.org

P. 516.304.5797

Flowers have historically been a source of inspiration for artists and designers around the world, from Claude Monet to Andy Warhol. Floral imagery can evoke a wide range of emotions and moods, from the boldness of a daisy to the quietness of a water lily. See how these artists interpret and represent The Art of the Bloom in their work.

Disco Belle Hibiscus. Oil Painting by the artist, Mary Ahern

Disco Belle Hibiscus. 16×16 Oil on Cradled Wood.

 

Let It Grow. Art Exhibition at The Flushing Bank

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The National Association of Women Artists
in Collaboration With The Flushing Bank

Are bringing a Seasonal Focus to the concept for this in-person exhibition.

Enjoy the buoyant color and interpretation of the season by a variety of Fine Artists.

“Let It Grow!”
Now through October 5, 2023
Visit the Flushing Bank at the Park Avenue South Branch
225 Park Ave South
New York, NY 10003

There is a sense of joy, excitement, and awe when nature or human relations are nurtured through caring and kindness to allow everything to flourish and grow. This theme reflects the focus of both of these historic organizations. The National Association of Women Artists, as the first women’s fine arts organization established in the US, has been helping women artists grow by empowering them to expand their vision. This theme of growth also serves as the guiding force behind the efforts of the Flushing Bank in support of the needs of its customers. There is a synergy in these efforts.

Petersen's Garden by the artist, Mary Ahern

Petersen’s Garden. 24×36″ Embellished Giclée on Canvas

The Big Picture 2023 at the Art League of Long Island

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At this year’s Big Picture Exhibition, six Signature Members of the National Association of Women Artists were juried into the show. This is an incredible achievement since 94 artists submitted 214 images, out of which 36 works were selected to be exhibited by Juror, Simon Levenson. This is yet one more indication of the quality of the NAWA Signature members. 

ALLI
107 East Deer Park Rd
Dix Hills NY 11746

Check for Gallery Hours: p. 631-462-5400 Email: info@artleagueli.org

 

Signature Members of the National Association of Women Artists.

NAWA Signature Members at the ALLI Big Picture Show l-r:   Karen Kirshner, Eileen Shaloum, Mary Ahern, Susan Rostan, Pam Waldroup and Constance Sloggatt Wolf.

 

Huntington Arts Council Members Showcase Exhibition June 2023

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The annual HAC Members Showcase Exhibition is an opportunity to see the diversity and depth of creative work by the individual member artists in the enormously creative community of Huntington NY. 

213 Main Street
Huntington NY 11743

June 9th – July 14th 2023

Reception: June 9th, 2023 4:00- 7:00 pm

Click here for the HAC Website

Bio: Mary Ahern is a classically trained artist who works in both digital and traditional mediums. Her work, which is inspired by her garden, invokes spiritual and philosophical questions beyond the canvas.

Statement: As a passionate gardener, my art is as intricately entwined as the gardens surrounding my studio. The lessons learned from the garden permeate my work.
With boldness in color & scale my art summons, with seeming simplicity, the complex questions of existence and purpose. These flowers represent a microcosm of the universe in their families and community as well as their quest for survival, eventual senescence and rebirth.

With a duality of macro and micro vision, my flowers invite the viewer to see, larger than life, the intricacy and purpose of their existence. And in their boldness, I suggest a contemplation of their relevance and ours in the social order of our universe.

Phantasm - Coral Sunset Peony

Phantasm – Coral Sunset Peony. Oil on Canvas GW. 36×36″. $5,000.

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Not Just Another Pretty Flower2
By the Artist, Mary Ahern

On Display: May 4-28, 2023
Gallery Hours: Thurs-Sun 11am–4pm

Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Manor House Upper Annex Gallery
440 Montauk Highway
Great River, NY 11739.

Opening Reception: Sunday May 7 • 1-3pm
Artist Talk: Sunday May 21 • 1-2 pm

Heckscher Museum of Art – Emerging Artist – Mary Ahern

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Emerging Artists Series: Instagram Takeovers 2022

The Museum is pleased to present the Emerging Artists Instagram Takeover Series 2022! Follow along and discover new and exciting contemporary artists as they take over the Museum’s Instagram account @heckschermuseum throughout the year.

Heckscher Museum Takeover 2022-Mary AhernSeptember 28, 2022

24 hour takeover of the Heckscher Museum of Art Instagram Channel.

Learn about the artwork and inspirations of the artist, Mary Ahern.

As a passionate gardener, Mary Ahern’s art is as intricately entwined as the gardens surrounding her studio. Cultivating and tending these gardens is the first stage of creating the art that grows in her studio. Flowers represent to a microcosm of the universe in their cycles of living and loving, families and relationships as well as their quest for survival, eventual senescence and rebirth. With a duality of external and internal vision, she invites the viewer to see, larger than life, the beauty and intricacy of flowers and in their boldness, she suggests contemplation of their relevance and ours in the social order of our universe.

 

Art Angels Exhibition at the National Association of Women Artists

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The National Association of Women Artists Presents

Art Angels

July 15 – August 31, 2022

#Virtual NAWA Gallery

National Association of Women Artists-Art Angels

Online Reception and Awards Thursday, July 21, 2022  5-6PM

Volunteers make NAWA the successful organization it has been for over 133 years.

The generous donation of time, energy, wisdom and resourcefulness has its own rewards in building friendships, learning new skills and paying it forward.

We recognize these heroes with their own exhibition of their artistic creations.  

NAWA

Established in 1889 by five women artists in a NYC studio, NAWA is the first women’s art organization in America. NAWA provides exhibition opportunities throughout the year and throughout the country for its members and collectors.

  • NAWA fosters public awareness & interest in the visual fine arts created by women across the United States.
    • Promotes culture through exhibitions, education, scholarships & awards.
    • The NAWA Catalog is archived in over 10 high-profile institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, The Library of Congress, and more.
  • The Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey holds a permanent collection of NAWA art.
  • NAWA has been empowering women artists since 1889.
  • Learn more about NAWA by visiting our website: theNAWA.org

 

Allied Artists of America Exhibition 2022

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Passion – Red Dahlia was one of the Oil Paintings featured in the Allied Artists of America 2022 Oil and Acrylics category for their online exhibition  May 15, 2022 – May 15, 2024.

This 30″x30″ oil on gallery-wrapped canvas represented a departure in color and drama for the artist, Mary Ahern whose work is frequently in the meditative, cooler and lighter color palette..

View this powerful art exhibition online on the Allied Artists of America Website here.

Well received accolades and comments have been repeatedly offered for this unique work of art.

If you wish to purchase this one-of-a-kind oil painting place your order on the artist’s online shop here.

Passion - Red Dahlia

Passion – Red Dahlia. Oil on Gallery Wrapped Canvas. 30×30″ $3,500.