DTLA Proud Festival: Linda Stelling Art Spotlight

This summer there is a quiet little solo show at GLORIA DELSON CONTEMPORARY ARTS, that should not be missed. It involves what the artist refers to as a ‘visual vacation.’: Linda Stelling ‘Waiting to Exhale’ Out of the insanity of road rage, over-crowding, politics, and verbal subterfuge, ‘Waiting To Exhale’ takes on a significant meaning. Unlike works of art that have a subject matter or a specific idea to convey, Linda ‘Stelling’s color field paintings blur the perception of interacting areas of amorphous color and shape. The wrap-around sensation makes it easy to be in the painting. This intimate group of paintings, which she describes as her on-going search for life long ‘zen,’ represents the search to find quiet and appreciation for the simple elements of mindful living. ‘I see art as one avenue to changing our world.’ It is received by most to reflect our opinions, emotions, and desires. This permission is granted to everyone for beauty, peace, and transcendence into a more beautiful world. These works are a direct offering for that desire for calm. ‘Waiting To Exhale’ at GLORIA DELSON CONTEMPORARY ARTS, runs through August 31st, 2019, in the ‘Delson Lounge.’ Don’t miss the Closing Gallery Reception taking place on Saturday, August 24th, from 6-10pm. Please contact the gallery for appointments out- side of regular business hours: Tues – Fri 12-7pm; Sat & Sun 12-5pm. Closed Mondays.