Description
Dorothy Marvels Alice #4 by Dr. Maria Lupo
mixed media on linen
40 x 38 inches
Artist Statement: My work is influenced greatly by the power of myth and fairy tales to inform and understand my own biographical journey through universal stories and themes. Personally, I am longing to belong to be accepted and to find my sense of place which as a child did not exist in my world. A stranger in a strange land displaced, disjointed...alone. My creative process is stimulated by various and unusual materials while enjoying their lush and tactile properties. Transcending the use of traditional materials, my work includes such materials as: topsoil, teabags, fabric, faux flowers, recycled.
Bio: A nationally recognized artist and Board-Certified Art Therapist, Lupo attended Rutgers University, NJ receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Through Rutgers University, Dr. Lupo began her Sculptural studies in Cennina, Italy. Her time in Tuscany proved to be a major influence on her work as well as a new artistic direction for the artist. “I found my cultural roots as well as my artistic heritage as a sculptress in Cennia”, remarked Dr.Lupo
Dr. Lupo continued her studies in Sculpture at Hunter College, CUNY, receiving a Master’s of Fine Arts degree. In addition to her studies as a fine artist. Lupo has completed her Post-Masters Specialization in Art Therapy from Caldwell University and is a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist holding a second Master’s Degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology.
Lupo holds a Doctorate in Medical & Health Humanities from Drew University. Lupo is an adjunct professor at Montclair State and Caldwell Universities, and Ramapo College. As a clinician, Dr. Lupo’s work focuses on dementia care (Alzheimer’s), neuro-diversity, well-being, gender, caregiver support and End of Life issues. A recipient of the NJ State Council on the Arts fellowship award, Dr Lupo’s work is included in many public and private collections.
$850
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