JoAnn Artman Gallery in Laguna Beach welcomes Colombian-American fine artist America Martin with her show “Applesauce, opening February 1, 2013 with a cocktail reception for the artist on Thursday February 7th.

 Working primarily with paint on canvas and paper, Martin’s work explores her favorite landscape: the human form. Taking inspiration from the world around her, Martin aims to translate the subtleties of the everyday world into a singular visual language rooted in truth and beauty. These qualities are pursued with an interest in transcribing an essence rather than rendering a reality. Martin’s distinctive style is underscored by the use of boldly brushed lines to evoke the human shape and punctuated bursts of color to imply tone and mood. She treats her subjects with an obvious reverence, and imbues each artwork with an eye towards capturing individuality.