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Alchemical artwork of Paul LeBlanc
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Within my work I have developed a personal interconnecting system of symbolic
and metaphorical structures. I use esoteric symbolism, new physical theory,
and comparative psychology to create this interconnecting system. By combining
these disciplines I hope to create a common context in which all are welcome
to participate. This seems to be an activity of alchemy, a subject of study
for both philosophers and physicists.
I study alchemy as a source for artmaking. Its symbolism and metaphor
provides for me a rich source of inner discovery and reflection. I am
especially fond of Carl Jung who has done so much work and grounded research.
I also read about the new sciences such as particle physics. A book in
particular might be The Conscious Universe: Part and Whole in Modern Physical
Theory (by Mentas Kafatos and Robert Nadeau).
I gather my collection of objects from secondhand stores, dumpsites and
salvage yards. When gathering these things I respond to shape texture or use.
I couple these objects with painted images to build on a concept or theme.
More unique arrangements develop through an improvisational and intuitive
process that creates a common connection. Larger themes evolve from these
connections which build a network of support. This synergy produces a complex
symbology that draws on a mind pool of thought. The artists/alchemist's poetic
world is a microcosm of God's lyrical universe.
-Paul LeBlanc
PAUL LEBLANC
511 HUEY P. LONG AVE.
GRETNA, LA. 70053
I currently reside in the New Orleans area, showing my works at Sylvia
Schmidt Gallery, 400-A Julia st., New Orleans, La.
I teach painting and graphic design courses on occasion at a local college as
well as undertaking illustration work on a freelance basis. I can be contacted through the
address above or the gallery.
EDUCATION
1995 University of Florida, Gainesville, Fl. M. F. A., Painting
1992 University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette, La., B. F. A.,
Painting
RECENT AWARDS
1999 Louisiana Arts Council grant recipient
1997 Exceptional merit award, George E. Ohr Arts and Cultural Center, Biloxi,
Ms.
1997 First prize, "Spiritual in Art", Fra Angelico Foundation, Chicago
Illinois
1994 Liquitex "Excellence in Art", University award recipient
RECENT EXHIBITIONS
1998 "Ghost of Cornell", Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans, La.
1997 "Art Wave" George E. Ohr Arts and Cultural Center, Biloxi, Ms.
1997 "Spiritual in Art", Fra Angelico Foundation, Chicago Illinois
1997 "7th Ann. Mixed Media Exhibition", Slidell, La.
1996 "20th Anniversary Exhibit", Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans, La.
1996 "Southeastern Sculpture Invitational", S. L. U. University Gallery,
Hammond, La.
1996 "Alchemical studies" Two-person show, Sylvia Schmidt Gallery, New
Orleans, La.
1995 Faculty Show, Loyola University, New Orleans, La.
1995 "Art For Arts Sake", Group show, Sylvia Schmidt Gallery, New Orleans, La.
1995 "Louisiana Open", Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans, La.
1994 "Group Of Five", Atlantic Center for the Arts, New Symerna Beach, Fl.
1994 "Alchemical Studies" , Focus Gallery, University of Florida, Gainesville,
Fl.
GALLERY REPRESENTATION
Sylvia Schmidt Gallery, 400-A Julia st., New Orleans, La.
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