EXPLORE & DISCOVER
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DECEMBER
1-15 2010
Opening reception
HYAENA GALLERY
Burbank,
California
DECEMBER 4,
2010
(8PM-12AM)
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Trans silva = across the woods Icon = image Transilvanicon = images from across the woods
Romanian native, Tatomir, is an artist with strong ties
to his homeland and heritage. His work continues an
old-world oral/visual history with a neo-paganism that
elevates the art to a modern consciousness. There is
an evident pride within his craft and a burning desire
to share his roots with the open minded, creating a
cross-cultural bond between his old and new homes.
Transilvanicon: Conception, his first solo exhibit in the
United States, cites Transylvanian seasonal rituals
and traditions. These, combined with the awakening
of long-forgotten mythical creatures, form the basic
theme for this over-arching concept. Painted
throughout the entire year, Tatomir released teasing
points of the show to coincide with each solstice (the
formation of the Transilvanicon web site, a limited
T-Shirt release, and the sacred Draco pendant). In
Transilvanicon, you are immersed in the frightening
beauty of the Romanian forests. The artwork will
guide you through a unique journey that predates
Roman Christianity and echoes the origins of many
early cultures (from Native American to Celtic, and
beyond).
Tatomir, himself, is excited to see these memories
and dreams finally take shape on canvas."TRANSILVANICON is a childhood dream of mine
finally materializing into reality. Viewed through my
own perspective, it invites you, the viewer, to decide
what is truth and what is pure fiction."
—Bill Shafer of HYAENA GALLERY |