Mary Zeran
Cedar Rapids, IA
Mary Zeran creates Contemporary abstract paintings bursting with joyous color.
MessageMary Zeran grew up in a family of women artists. Textiles, embroidery, and woodcarving, were their visual language. Abstracted shapes and forms were their words. Each time Zeran picks up a brush or scissors, she immerses herself in the language of her family. As she abstracts flowers, trees, and all the colors of nature, she speaks her mother tongue. This language brings her closer to her family’s traditions, histories, and stories.
Zeran’s collage work has been exhibited in solo and group exhibitions in galleries and museums throughout the United States and abroad including Cedar Rapids Museum of Art; SOIL Gallery in Seattle; and Chiang Mai University in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
In addition, her work is in several public and private collections as well as many corporate collections; including those of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City; Cedar Rapids Museum of Art; U.S. Cellular Center, Cedar Rapids; Grafix Corporation, Cleveland; and United Fire Group, Los Angeles.
Ms. Zeran is the recipient of numerous awards and honors. She received an Oregon College of Arts and Crafts Residency, and a 2% for the Arts Purchase Prize from the Visual Arts Commission in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Mary Zeran was born in Iowa City, Iowa in 1964. She received her B.F.A and M.F.A from University of Iowa in Metalworking under Chunghi Choo. She lives and works in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Statement
As an abstract artist, I delve into a vibrant world where colors merge to evoke emotions and form patterns. My artistry combines painting techniques to explore the interplay of form and texture, inviting viewers to discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Using slick polyester film and acrylic paint on uneven surfaces, I create dynamic compositions with bold, swirling hues that convey a spectrum of emotions. Through color, I weave narratives that transcend traditional storytelling, capturing fleeting moments and ephemeral feelings. My artistic process mirrors the spontaneity of human experiences, challenging perceptions and redefining reality. Each artwork is an invitation to embrace the absurdity and vitality of existence, offering abstracted expressions that spark imagination and curiosity, inviting viewers to delve into the depths of their own creativity.
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808 3rd Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Suzy McGrane Hop or Lauren Tucci
319-366-0205
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