Stella Scarano

 I spoke at a fundraiser for 4 Elements Studio (Utica, NY) last night. While I was checking out new artwork on the wall, I saw this mixed media/collage piece, entitled "Yum Yum", by the late Stella Scarano. I find this piece quite compelling for a number of reasons. First, I LOVE the color palette and the saturation (of the piece, and the framing). I also love the style. Quite unlike my own style. I have attempted to do work in this mixed media style, and I have a difficult time "making t work". I also love how "Schwitter-esque" the piece is. Kurt Schwitters (1887-1948) has always been an inspiration for me and I appreciate his "Merz" approach to collage. When I saw this piece by Stella Scarano, it felt like I was looking at a Schwitters collage. This piece is very moderately priced. I am thinking about acquiring it (but I already have SO much artwork in my house... too much to display).