ANDOVER-I had the pleasure of visiting Angelique Luro’s and Liliana Folta’s art studios this summer. Entering their art studios was like stepping into another world. What an honor, and how exciting it was, to see the many different stages of their processes that bring their work to life. Both artists use bold color palettes, evoking a range of emotions and ideas.

Angelique Luro calls the coast of Maine her home and draws from its energy for her creativity.  “I am passionate about creating artwork that is authentic to my experiences, whether it be from a walk along the water or the joy I feel when I walk into my barn each morning.”

Choosing acrylic as her primary medium, she works spontaneously, building several layers of paint and various collage materials, creating a texture that draws you in to look more closely. Standing back you see meandering arabesques and bold lines dance playfully across the surface. 

She says, “The art I create is a concrete reminder of the passion, joy, and moments that come from embracing all the experiences in life. I invite you to explore my work, discover the stories behind each painting, and find the one that speaks to you.” 

Angelique Luro’s work will be on exhibit in Proctor’s Brown Dining Gallery, September through October. To see more of her work, please visit angeliqueluroart.com.

Liliana Folta, born in Argentina, now living in Massachusetts, will exhibit a variety of works from her collections “Formation, Deformation” and “Aerial Views,” in Proctor’s Lovejoy Library this fall. Both series were started during her time in Berlin, Germany, from 2015–2019. This conceptual project is a planetary metamorphosis process of new beginnings, taking into account the planet’s reaction to human behavior, ecosystem disruption, and pollution of land and oceans. They are an out-of-this-world landscape experience with an unexpected evolution in motion. 

Folta says, “The essence of my works is related to personal experiences, socio-political, and environmental issues. They represent the challenges we face as humans and my concern for how Earth reacts to society’s behavior. I use this conceptual framework to investigate the ever-changing complexity of the human condition and nature, my way to stimulate positive changes and raise awareness of environmental justice.”