Lucy K. H. Kalian was born in Philadelphia and currently lives in Rumson, NJ. In preparation for her November 2009 solo exhibit at the Guild of Creative Art, she writes, “Bridges have been a recurring theme in my life. They act as a metaphor for the vision, courage, and strength associated with many of the people responsible for the growth of the United States. Some are sole pioneers, compelled to make tangible what sometimes only they believe is possible. Others are creators whose spark and confidence are fueled by attributes inherited from previous generations of family. It takes substantial determination to accomplish that which has been done. It takes more to continue. The power and integrity of physical structures inspire me, appreciating that the integrity of man makes them possible. I have great admiration for those who dared. “Moving Forward” is a tribute to them.”
JURIED EXHIBITS, SHOWS, AND EVENTS
2009
“Moving Forward,” Guild of Creative Art, Solo Exhibit
2008
New Jersey State show, Art Alliance of Monmouth County – Judges’ Award
CLWAC 112th Annual Exhibition, National Arts Club, New York
“Art for the Arts,” Laurel Tracey Gallery, Red Bank
William and Joseph Gallery, Santa Fe
2007
New Jersey State show, Art Alliance of Monmouth County – Judges’ Award
1st Armenian Women Artists group show, Village Quill, New York
New Jersey State show, Guild of Creative Art
Plein Air Painters of the Jersey Coast group show, Guild of Creative Art
Jacqueline Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center Benefit Exhibit
“Ocean Literacy,” Monmouth University Pollak Gallery
“Art for the Arts,” Laurel Tracey Gallery
2006
“Best and Brightest” Scottsdale Artists School Invitational
Plein Air Painters of the Jersey Coast group show, Guild of Creative Art
“Landscape,” Fredrick Gallery
2005
New Jersey state show, Guild of Creative Art
New Jersey state show, Art Alliance of Monmouth County
Plein Air Painters of the Jersey Coast group show, Guild of Creative Art
Allenhurst Garden Tour Paint Out, Frederick Gallery –Judge’s Award
Blue Bay Inn
COLLECTIONS
Private Collections: On request
Public Collections: Jacqueline Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center
EDUCATION
Grand Central Academy, New York
Scottsdale Artists School, Scottsdale
Palette and Chisel, Chicago
Guild of Creative Art, Shrewsbury
Rhode Island School of Design
American College of Art, London
Northeastern University
AFFILIATIONS
Guild of Creative Art, Shrewsbury, NJ
Art Alliance of Monmouth County, Red Bank, NJ