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Manss Aval Invited to Florence Biennale

Screen Shot 2015-10-02 at 5.08.53 PMScreen Shot 2015-10-02 at 5.38.19 PMManss Aval invited to participate in the Florence Biennale coming up later this month, October 17 through the 25.

The Biennale Internazionale d’Arte Contemporanea di Firenze, or Florence Biennale is an event of excellence in the contemporary art scene. Artists from all over the world come to Florence, where they have the chance to experience cross-cultural dialogue and contribute to this prestigious event. Manss Aval has been selected by the International Selections Committee to participate in the X Edition of the Florence Biennale at the historic venue, the Fortezza da Basso in heart of the city.  An art showcase par excellence, the Florence Biennale has become an outstanding event on the contemporary art scene at the International level.

The prestige acquired by this biennial stems from the far-seeing policies lying behind the way in which value and opportunities have been given to the participating artists over the years.

During each edition of the Florence Biennale an International Jury composed of renowned scholars, art historians and critics from different countries shall confer the “Lorenzo il Magnifico”International Award to the best Artists competing in the different categories.

The “Lorenzo il Magnifico” Lifetime Achievement Awards are awarded to the outstanding personalities and institutions who achieved the pinnacles of artistic and cultural achievement. In the past, this award has been conferred to Anish KapoorFranco Mussida, and Henryk Yurkowski for art, music and theatre culture.
The upcoming art exhibition will be an engaging environment in which art – in its many different forms and languages – can be interpreted and shared.

This year new award categories have been established for Textile & Fiber, Ceramics, and Jewel artists at the Florence Biennale. Also in the forthcoming edition, whose theme is Art and the Polis, hundreds of artists from many different countries will have the chance to meet within the framework of a vital, inspiring, and inclusive event, which is attended by an increasingly wider audience.

 

 

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Image: Florence Biennale

 

 

Manss Aval at the Biennale of Chianciano 2015

Manss Aval Art

 

Artist Manss Aval’s fine art was recently exhibited in the Biennale of Chianciano 2015. The event is a highly well-known gathering of the worlds finest artists in Chianciano Terme, Italy at the Chianciano Art Museum.

The event featured 120 artists from 40 different nations, spanning across 5 continents. The grand event’s inauguration was given by the Mayor of Chianciano Terme, Dr. Andrea Marchetti with musical guests, “Bonaventura Somma” entertaining the audience.

 

ABOUT THE BIENNALE OF CHIANCIANO

The Biennale of Chianciano is organised and hosted by the Chianciano Art Museum and is an opportunity to see the artworks of talented contemporary artists that are selected from all around the world. In 2013, the represented nations ranged from Chile to India, Australia to Germany and from the USA to the Philippines.

The exhibition is staged over 3000 square meters of the Museum and gathers some of the best established as well as emerging international talents. Admission is free.

Chianciano Art Museum
Chianciano Art Museum

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Screenshot /Photo of Exhibition Halls and Museums:  Chianciano Biennale 

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‘Gondolieri Shadow’ – Juried Selection for 7th Edition of the Pollux Awards, 2015

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Gondolieri Shadow by Manss Aval
Artist Manss Aval’s “Gondolieri Shadow” has won a juried selection for the 7th Edition of the Pollux Awards, 2015.  The fine art photography piece has been selected for the Nature category.

The Artist Manss Aval was also named a Gala Awards Finalist for two of his photographs both in Fine Art categories:   “A Moment Ago ” and “Wagner Moment“. Wagner Moment has won a number of awards this year and continues to be a favorite among Manss Aval fans and art juries.

A Moment Ago
A Moment Ago
Wagner Moment
Wagner Moment
 

Manss Aval’s Fine Art: ‘Breakthrough’ Selected for Competition

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Breakthrough by Manss Aval

PictureCompete Announces Manss Aval’s Breakthrough selected for “The Color of Blue” Art Competition

The color of blue is the color of the sky and the color of the ocean. The color of blue is also the color of sapphires and the color of flowers.  Whether it is azure, cobalt or cerulean it is a color of importance and beauty. It is a color of nature.

Artist have been invited to submit their own  images of blue. From landscapes, portraits, street photography or abstracts – all are welcome.

The art competition will select a First, Second and Third Place winner by September 22, 2015. The winner of “The Color of Blue” art competition will receive cash prizes, a gallery exhibition of their art, social media exposure and will also be highlighted in the World Photography Network™ newsletter sent out worldwide.

To learn about more Photograph Competitions, visit the PictureComplete website here.

Visit ManssAval.com to see more of the talented Artist’s work.

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‘Devil No Prada’ by Manss Aval – Blank Wall Gallery Fine Art Exhibition

Manss Aval’s photograph titled ‘Devil No Prada’ will be on display at the Blank Wall Gallery in the upcoming Fine Art Exhibition beginning August 30th, 2015 through September 17th 2015.

 

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Devil No Prada  Manss Aval
Artist Manss Aval has a truly unique and broad spectrum of talent and his artwork is evidence of this. From beautifully mastered paintings of scenery and nature, to abstract oil paintings, all the way to digital masterpieces, Manss Aval never fails to deliver a breathtaking piece of art.

Those who visit exhibitions featuring Aval’s artwork or for those who drop by the Fine Art Maya Gallery, they do not even need this explained as one can easily see it illuminated through his work. Manss Aval’s artistic ability takes the creation of art to a whole new level with the broad spectrum of talents he possesses. This talent comes to life in so many different expressions of artistic creativity that it is truly a treat just anticipating what his next piece might be.

Many remarkable submissions were sent in from all over the world for consideration in the Blank Wall Gallery’s Fine Art exhibition. Be sure and stop by if you are in Athens and see the Artists work in person.

Visit the Gallery: Blank Wall Gallery   12 Yakinthou Street,   11364 – Athens – Greece

This is not the first time Manss Aval has been selected to participate in the Blank Wall Gallery Exhibits. Most recently, Manss Aval was featured in the Monochrome exhibition earlier this year. See Manss Aval’s featured monochrome photograph here.

“Fine Art photography gives us a different picture of reality. It is the expression of the emotions the artist experiences in a given situation. Looking at these photographs we have the chance to see the world through the artist’s eyes and experience some feelings close to the ones they may have experienced.” – Blank Wall Gallery on Fine Art Exhibition

Eros Magazine: Manss Aval a Finalist for ‘Morning Assembly’

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Manss Aval’sMorning Assembly‘ was selected for the first issue of Eros magazine

Eros Magazine was created to celebrate the beauty of fine art nudes and erotic nudes from around the world. While there are many glamour and men magazines out there, we want to focus on the artistry of creating nudes.

The Eros Magazine dedicates itself to discover and share the creative visions of fellow amateurs and professionals artists. We aim to encompass all forms of digital and traditional arts, from photography to painting, from sculptures to digital artworks.

Artist featured in The Eros Magazine are seen by readers from over 50 countries worldwide.

 

“Every artist undresses his subject, whether human or still life.  It is his business to find essences in surfaces, and what more attractive and challenging surface than the skin around a soul?”  –  Richard Corliss via The Eros Magazine

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Morning Assembly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Manss Aval – Art & Beyond Special Issue: Photography and Digital Art

Break by Manss Aval
Break
Artist Manss Aval received recent recognition and publication for two of his photographs in the Special Issue of Art & Beyond: Photography and Digital Art.  Manss Aval’s artwork landed a two page spread for his photographs Break (left) and At the Beach.

Congratulations were awarded to the selected Artists who’s work was awarded publication in the special issue: Alex Tolstoy, Donald-Rizzo, Jerry Ralya, Kathryn Jacobi, Marcy Ann Villafaña, Nadine Robbins, Nora Venturelli, Parick Bergès, Ronna S. Harris, Sabina D’Antonio, Steven Lustig, Ed Hicks, Gilly Gobinet, Jane Gottleib, Manss Aval, Sara E. Swan, Sigal Miller and Richard A. Moore III.

About Art & Beyond

Artist owned and operated by art professionals. Our goal was to create the most affordable and highly professional publications to help artists self-promote and share their art.

Art & Beyond Publications, published by Art & Beyond Studio, Inc. established in 2003, is the bridge between artists and the global art world.

View Manss Aval’s feature in the Special Issue of Art & Beyond Magazine: Manss Aval Photography and Digital Art

 

About Manss Aval

Manss Aval is an artist and long-time fine art photographer who works and resides in San Diego, California. Inspired by Nature’s patterns and textures his works transform inanimate objects into faces, designs and complete figures that present our environment in a different, more intimate perspective. As primary medium he concentrates on photography, acrylic and oil on canvas, and mixed media techniques. Among his other interests are sculptures, video and film. He has a broad background in media, communications and the sciences (including a Ph.D.).

His work is available at the Maya Fine Art Gallery, San Diego, the Laguna Gallery of Contemporary Art, Laguna Beach, California and at the Embler Art Gallery, in the Admirals Club, at the JFK International Airport, New York.

At the Beach by Manss Aval

 

Manss Aval Art Featured in Art & Beyond’s Special Issue: “The Body Beautiful”

Manicure by Manss Aval
Manicure by Manss Aval
Artist Manss Aval’s beautiful photograph Manicure has been featured in a Special Issue of Art & Beyond Magazine, titled “The Body Beautiful”, Nude and Figurative Art edition.

The featured piece by Manss Aval titled Manicure can be viewed in the 2015 Special Issue of Art & Beyond here.:

Art & Beyond Magazine recently announced the Special Nude and Figurative Art issue is now published and available for the public to view.

Many Artists submitted their best artistic pieces to be considered for the special issue and the best submissions were awarded a spot in this issue.

Congratulations  to the selected Artists who’s work was awarded publication in the special issue: Manss Aval, Alex Tolstoy, Donald-Rizzo, Jerry Ralya, Kathryn Jacobi, Marcy Ann Villafaña, Nadine Robbins, Nora Venturelli, Parick Bergès, Ronna S. Harris, Sabina D’Antonio, Steven Lustig, Ed Hicks, Gilly Gobinet, Jane Gottleib, Sara E. Swan, Sigal Miller and Richard A. Moore III.

About Art & Beyond

Art and  beyond magazine is a publication for the Art world featuring artistic expressions created in a variety of forms; oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, photography, digital art, sculpture, glass, ceramic and jewelry.

Artist owned and operated by art professionals. Our goal was to create the most affordable and highly professional publications to help artists self-promote and share their art.
Art & Beyond Publications, published by Art & Beyond Studio, Inc. established in 2003, is the bridge between artists and the global art world.

Manss Aval’s feature Manicure can be seen on page 12 of the Special Nude and Figurative Art issue:

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Inescapable by Manss Aval

Manss Aval’s Inescapable at New London Gallery Event, Album Gallery

Album Art Gallery LondonArtist Manss Aval’s photograph ‘Inescapable’ will be on display in the Egalitarian Album Gallery in London. The show kicked off July 16 and runs through August 21. Manss Avals’ Inescapable will be showcased at the event, so if you are in the London area, you don’t want to miss this event! This is the first exhibit for the Album gallery and they have really made a debut with the mixture of talent displayed at the London event.

Album is London’s new photography gallery exhibition. Created by Paul Bridge, his new exhibition came to life when he encouraged photographers to submit their best shot, regardless of field, genre or format. What resulted was absolutely amazing and embodies a variety of talents from all across the world.

Coverage of the gallery exhibit by Amateur Photographer stated the result is ‘egalitaria’: a collection of images that underlines just how broad and expansive a practice photography is. Portraits, travel shots, abstracts, landscapes and more all sit alongside one another. Read the full gallery coverage piece here.

About Album Gallery
Album is dedicated to a fundamental belief that a high quality print remains the best way to look at worthwhile photography.Fans of the craft and art of photography a print remains the simplest and most telling expression of an image.
The natural end-point of making a photograph.The case for print is about far more than resolution and acuity.
A print is always available to see: It’s device-independent and a permanent physical presence that demonstrates its worth every time you see it, whether that’s a passing  glance or a studious stare. – Album

See a preview of Album’s first Gallery Exhibition here.

Manss Aval Inescapable

Inescapable by Manss Aval
Inescapable by Manss Aval

 

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Manss Aval: Donkey Art Prize 3 Miami Showcase

Donkey Art PrizeArtist Manss Aval’sDante’s Visit was selected by the Donkey Art Prize 3 for inclusion in the show going on this week in Miami Beach Florida, August 5-10, 2015.The Donkey Art Prize 3 Miami Showcase will be held at the at the Viophilia Gallery-Studio  in Winwood, Miami Beach, FL.

Donkey Art Prize 3 Miami Showcase

The 3rd annual Donkey Art Prize is an international contemporary art contest. The Opening Event, which is not to missed, is scheduled for Saturday, August 8 from 8 pm to 10 pm during the monthly Art-Walk The monthly Art-Walk is one of the most important artistic events of the city.

The showcase winners will be selected from two categories and the judges will pick four winners with an additional 100 finalists for having the most outstanding artistic presentations. Winners will receive awards and inclusion in the upcoming traveling art shows scheduled for Milan and Dubia.

Blindonkey Cultural Association is presenting the Donkey Art Prize Showcase and art competition. According to the Blindonkey Cultural Association, the Art Showcase is not your typical art competition born to award great names and and already famous artists only to “make noise” and appear more important to critics and experts, It’s something else. The showcase is based purely on the artists skills and merit put forth in their work, not about who they are, but what they can artistically create.

The Art Showcase is located at the  Viophilia Gallery-Studio 164 NW 20 Unit 101, Miami FL.

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Manss Aval Dante Visit
Dante’s Visit

About Blindonkey

Blindonkey is an Italian cultural association and a no-profit organization, with a young and enthusiastic staff, coming from different worlds, born with the aim of establishing a link between art, photography, fashion and music. The purpose is developing a global network of artists, coming from different backgrounds and cultures, through international exhibition and events, and promoting new talents across the world. Blindonkey has already organized exhibitions in Milan, London, Madrid, New York, Miami, Los Angeles and Hong Kong, showing hundreds of artists.