(openPR) - An exhibition of recent paintings by artists Emel Michael & Emrah Kaleli

Private View: Friday 17th of June 2011 – 6.00 pm to 11.00 pm
Exhibition runs from: Friday 17th of June – Thursday 23rd of June 2011
Gallery Opening Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 11.00 am to 6.30 pm - Sat: 12.30pm - 5.00 pm
Last day of Exhibition: Thursday 23rd of June: 10.00am to 5.00pm

Emel Michael and Emrah Kaleli, two emerging artists practicing differing styles, bring together a Mish Mash of unusual works. Though originating from different cultural backgrounds, both artists tell their tales through the medium of painting, applying within their works mixed themes of colour, pattern and portraiture.

Emel Michael: As a self taught fine artist, she finds her inspiration through colour; she sais about her practice: "I look upon a pallet of colour, I find my mood and then I'm off!" (Michael 2011)

Setting challenges, Emel endeavors to capture emotion and atmosphere bringing to life a small portion of the world. Working on portraiture as a focal project her aim is to bring to light many of her subjects invoking life through their expressions. Since the age of five she has always had a fascination for art, and hopes to enhance her skills by working for others, whilst striving to find further inspiration.

Emrah Kaleli: Kaleli is a self taught artist creating oil on canvas pieces. With major influences from the Turkish (Ottoman) and Japanese cultures, he creates unique works of fusing elements of both cultures.
From portraits to scenes of human nature, Emrah embarks on a discovery of our hidden desires.

Red Gate Gallery is an organisation that is dedicated to the continuous exposure of contemporary and diverse Art forms. It encompasses artists’ studios, a large gallery space suitable for installations, film projections, music performances, live gigs and exhibitions. Red Gate is located within a busy environment between Brixton & Camberwell. The gallery hosts regular events, exploring strands of thought provoking art. Since 1998 it has hosted over 520 events and exhibitions. Home Page: www.redgategallery.co.uk - check on our up coming events

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