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Chelsea Bernardo to Showcase “Unrefined Beauty” at The Other Art Fair Chicago This Spring
Chicago, IL – [3/27th-30th] – Chelsea Bernardo, the creative mind behind Marie Studio, is thrilled to announce her participation in The Other Art Fair Chicago this spring. The fair, renowned for celebrating independent artists, will provide the perfect platform for Chelsea to debut her latest series, "Unrefined Beauty."
Inspired by the healing power of nature and the belief that transformation arises from life’s challenges, "Unrefined Beauty" explores the raw, unpolished essence of art and life. Through experimental techniques and unconventional materials, Chelsea creates layered, textured works that embrace authenticity over perfection. This series celebrates the elegance found in imperfections, encouraging viewers to find beauty in the organic, untamed elements of existence.
“Unrefined Beauty” is brought to life through a multi-step process using stain dye, sugar, and paint to create intricate textures and depth. The fluidity of stain dye mirrors the unpredictability of emotions, while sugar forms unexpected textures that symbolize the hidden complexities of life. Layers of paint build dimension and contrast, interacting with light and shadow to create a tactile and dynamic surface that evolves with the viewer’s perspective.
“Through this series, I wanted to reflect nature’s cycles of growth and transformation while celebrating the imperfect yet essential elements of life and art,” says Chelsea. “Each piece is a visual narrative that embraces the overlapping and ever-changing layers of human emotions.”
With a background in interior design, Chelsea views art as an integral part of a greater narrative, creating works that transform spaces into immersive and harmonious experiences. "Unrefined Beauty" invites viewers to connect with their own journeys, celebrating the raw beauty of imperfection and the resilience it inspires.
The Other Art Fair Chicago is the perfect setting for Chelsea’s new collection, offering an accessible and vibrant space for art lovers, collectors, and creatives to experience her work firsthand.
Event Details:
The Other Art Fair Chicago
📅 March 27th-30th
📍 4325 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
Tickets for The Other Art Fair Chicago are available at theotherartfair.com/chicago.
Discounted ticket code soon to come.