In conjunction with NELA art walk, Northeast Los Angeles Arts Organization. Los Angeles - Cactus Gallery presented "Essential Tools for the Modern Woman," a solo exhibition of new work by Kelly Thompson. "Essential Tools for the Modern Woman" was inspired by a 6ft x 3ft eyelash curler painted by the artist in 2001.

 

A favorite piece of gallery owner Sandra Mastroianni, the eyelash curler was chosen as a signature piece and launched the theme of the exhibition. Kelly surveyed 36 modern women asking them the question, "What is your most essential tool - if you had to pick just one?"

 

In this selection of paintings, Kelly merged two dominant, yet distinctly different styles, while continuing to explore her roots in graphic design and her compulsions for experimentation and imperfection. Using her favorite mediums, acrylic, oil, concrete, resin and spray paint, she continued to use her familiar color palate and signature circle image. In keeping with her focus on process she will also used recycled and rebuilt surfaces for this series.