jolenelaiart

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Because sometimes the world isn't just birds and bees, and I paint what I see.

'Playboys'

30 by 40"

Oil on Canvas

2019

Visit store link below for available originals.

https://www.jolenelaiart.com/store/

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'Moonlit Avenue', Oil on canvas by Jolene Lai.

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The 'Nerdstalgia' group exhibition curated by @kendopaints is finally opening tonight at @thinkspace_art ! Here's my new 11 by 14" oil painting for this show, titled 'Anywhere Door'.

I grew up watching a lot of Doraemon and I'll say it's one of the first few anime that helped weave and shape fantastical narratives in my mind while I was still a kid. Elements like the time traveling machine that brought you back in time (or the future), the anywhere door that was essentially a portal to anywhere, and of course Doraemon the robot cat who was not just a friend but a savior in so many ways to a boy that was just beginning to experience the pain of teenage life.

'Anywhere Door' is my tribute to Doraemon. Thank you for being there when I was just a lonely kid myself as well.

'Nerdstalgia' opens tonight February 10th at 6-10pm at @thinkspace_art and runs till March 2nd 2024.

Please dm @thinkspace_art for inquiries if you might be interested in collecting this piece.

PS: What were you watching when you were a kid?

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Is there an area in your house where you can be you? A corner that knows you and gives you serenity when your mind is looping in chaos? Is it a friend that stays up long after the world is asleep and sits with you while you sip the seemingly unending cup of coffee? Or a space that welcomes your tired shoulders and quiet sobbing and echoes back without judgements? Do you have an intimate nook that is always a house for your thoughts?

Here's 'Night Kitchen', graphite on paper, 4 x 6 inches (dimensions are of artwork only) and professionally framed.

This drawing is currently on view at Thinkspace Projects for my solo exhibition 'Secret Garden' that will run till October 28 2023. Visit 'Secret Garden' - Thinkspace Projects link below for more information.

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'Secret Garden', my new solo exhibition is opening tonight at Thinkspace Projects! Here's a look at the first oil painting also titled 'Secret Garden' that spurred the entire series of this solo.

It took me a while to complete this particular piece because of all that intricate detail around the figure. I first documented the actual background three years ago. It was someone's front entrance to their home which I couldn't really see because of all those trees. I would imagine what their house looked like or who lived in it. I walked by this place too many times and eventually allowed it to creep onto my canvas.

So here's 'Secret Garden', an oil on wood panel that came about from my curiosity and my recapping of fragments from both novels 'Alice in Wonderland' and 'Secret Garden'.

If you're in Los Angeles, please check out the exhibition that just officially opened at Thinkspace , snap a picture and tag me if you find this painting 🌿

For folks who won't be able to attend, the online preview of the show is now available at Thinkspace's website or visit link here for easy access.

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Thank you Juxtapoz Magazine for featuring my solo exhibition 'Secret Garden' with Thinkspace Projects that's opening tomorrow in Los Angeles!

Opening Reception: Saturday, October 7 from 6-10pm

Thinkspace Projects: 4217 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA,

LANGSTON ALLSTON A Passing Love (Gallery I)

FAJAR AMALI Among Our Existence (Gallery II)

TRNZ The Weight of Things (Gallery III)

JOLENE LAI Secret Garden (Gallery IV)

AL MARCANO Spirit Ditch (Viewing Room)

TENSER Three Halves (The Doghouse Gallery)

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Thank you @beautifulbizarremagazine for featuring all the exhibitions that will officially be opened this Saturday at Thinkspace Projects! If you're in Los Angeles this weekend, be sure to stop by the gallery to catch all the artwork on display.

Opening Reception: Saturday, October 7 from 6-10pm LANGSTON ALLSTON A Passing Love (Gallery I) FAJAR AMALI Among Our Existence (Gallery II) TRNZ The Weight of Things (Gallery III) JOLENE LAI Secret Garden (Gallery IV) AL MARCANO Spirit Ditch (Viewing Room) TENSER Three Halves (The Doghouse Gallery)

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So I recently did something totally out of my comfort zone.

Michael from Art Affairs Podcast had approached me awhile back about doing a podcast with him and after taking a long while to convince myself that I probably wouldn't freeze or stutter in my speech, I agreed to take on his challenge.

Here's Episode 81, where I share some insights about my upbringing, aspirations and what fuels my imagination, and even my fears and discomforts — yes that side of me that I rarely talk about because sometimes it's easier to store them in the closet.

https://artaffairspodcast.com/episodes/081-jolene-lai

I want to give so much thanks to Michael for this great platform that allowed me to talk about myself which is such an intimidating thing for me to do. And a shout-out to my better half and best friends for their words of encouragement and support.

And if you're about to listen, I hope you have a few laughs and get a little closer to understanding me not just as an artist, but as a person when I am without my brushes.

Thanks everyone!

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An underpainting of 'Olive', a new oil painting arriving soon with @thinkspace-projects this Oct 7 for my solo exhibition 'Secret Garden'.

Show details via link:

https://thinkspaceprojects.com/shows/secret-garden-secret-garden-gallery-iv-2023/

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Swan Lake

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'Twenty Five', all completed and framed and will be on view at @outregallery tomorrow from 6-8pm for the 'Vanguard 2023' group exhibition.

Opening Night:

Outré Fitzroy

Friday 22 September

319 Smith Street

Fitzroy VIC 3065

This 10 by 10" oil painting is now available via link in my bio.

Can you guess which Pokémon is in the Poké ball?

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'Twenty Five', my new Pokémon inspired 10 by 10" oil painting for the 'Vanguard' group exhibition with Outré Gallery Fitzroy ( @outregallery ) happening September 22.

Show preview will be released on Monday, September 18, 2023, 7am AEST. You can sign up for the preview list via @outregallery bio link.

🌟And while you're here, don't forget to check out my other original paintings that are available via link in my bio. 🌟

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'Abduction', 8 by 8", oil on wood panel, my new painting for the "Small Works 2023" group exhibition in Australia with @beinartgallery.

Opening reception: Saturday, September 16th, 6 - 9pm.

Exhibition runs Sept 17th - Oct 8th.

Please dm @beinartgallery for inquiries about acquiring this piece.

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Adding textures to the sisters. This is a round piece titled 'Crimson Twins' (I hardly do round pieces but have been giving them a try recently) that will be a part of my 'Secret Garden' solo exhibition with @thinkspace_art that's approaching this October 7th.

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Close up of 'Abduction'. Trying out hazy foggy landscapes for the first time. Always fun to experiment with something I've not done before.

This 8 by 8" piece is going to be a part of 'Small Works 2023' group show on 17th Sep with @beinartgallery.

Join their online list today to get an early preview of all the works for this show.

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Sometimes it's nice to take a break from painting and work on graphite. It refreshes my mind and allows me to focus on nothing but shades of black and white. This piece has got to be my fav drawing to work on this year and will be included in my solo with @thinkspace_art this October.

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Close up of a work in progress of 'Olive', a new painting that will be a part of my 'Secret Garden' solo with @thinkspace_art this October.

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