Mark Beltchenko Studio

E Pluribus Unum?

2022

"Egyptian Blue," a poignant addition to the "Distress" series, serves as a striking commentary on our civilization's persistent failure to responsibly manage our environment. Through the use of symbolic elements and a visually compelling composition, the artwork addresses the prevalence of short-term solutions, represented by masking tape and staples, in contrast to the imperative need for long-term conservation efforts. The choice of the title, "Egyptian Blue," adds an intriguing layer of historical and cultural reference, suggesting a timeless connection to the struggles of civilizations in managing their surroundings. The piece delves into the urgency of acknowledging and addressing environmental distress, emphasizing that makeshift solutions are not sustainable, neither for the present nor for the crucial future. A distinctive feature of the artwork is the incorporation of Morse code...

"Garden of Earthly Frights" is a thought-provoking piece inspired by the 15th-century painting titled "The Garden of Earthly Delights" by the renowne...

The inaugural piece of the "Insider Series," titled "NORAD," stands as a profound exploration of concealed information accessible only to a privileged few. This series delves into th...

"The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From the Tree" The closed curvilinear form, reminiscent of a clam shell attached to tree branches, is a compelling piece from the "Insider Series." This s...

"Behold the Behemoth #2.," from my Insider series, is a powerful and thought-provoking sculpture that delves into the theme of hidden agendas and information concealed from the gener...

Title: "On Parade: As part of my extensive "Insider" series, which unfolded over five prolific years in my sculptural journey, "On Parade" emerges as a thought-provoking creation—a ...

This piece titled "See the Sky About to Rain" is an original piece by Kate VanVliet and is made from 112 repaired chicken eggs, mahogany, plastics, brass, copper, iron, beeswax and, ...

This piece titled "Twenty Silver Eggs" is an original piece by Kate VanVliet and is made from silverplate and brass. This piece measures 16”h x 10.5”w x 1”d and is hand signed by the...

This piece titled "Expecting to Fly" is an original piece by Kate VanVliet and is made from 30 repaired chicken eggs, brass, rubber, steel, plastic, and mica. This piece measures app...

This original piece by Luke O'Sullivan is made from wood that the artist has silkscreen printed onto with his original drawings and patterns, which he then cut and assembled into a t...

This orginal piece by Luke O'Sullivan is made from wood and salvaged materials that the artist has silkscreen printed onto with his original drawings and patterns, which he then cut and assembled into a three-dimensional, wall-hanging sculpture. The finished piece measures 56”h x 26”w x 10”d. Artist Statement // My work is about the intersection of built environments and subterranean systems. I create drawings and sculptures of fantastical urban environments. Often inspired by dystopian and science fiction films, I combine recognizable architectural forms and impossible buildings to make diorama-esque works. Early Nintendo games...

Original NYPD interceptor sculpture made of archival paper, dry pigments, enamel, wood, clay, wire, plastic, and inkjet print by Drew Leshko measuring 16"h x 16"w x 3"d framed, as sh...