Kicking Back Painting by Kimberly Aring

Kimberly Aring is a contemporary American artist who has been living in France since 2012. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and Art History from the University of South Carolina at Aiken and a Master's degree from Lander University. She has also pursued additional fine arts studies at Furman University and the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Since 1996, Kimberly has exhibited her work in numerous galleries and public spaces across the United States, France, and the Netherlands. Her art is part of private collections in countries such as the United States, France, Germany, Russia, and Brazil. She further developed her artistic vision through extensive travel to Italy, France, Greece, Germany, and other European countries. In 2006, she participated in a five-week international professional exchange program as an artist in residence organized by the Rotary of Normandy, France.

Primarily a figurative artist, Kimberly Aring focuses on capturing her subjects in everyday settings, meticulously portraying moments filled with emotion. Light and color are central to her work, bringing form and creating emotional depth. Her style resonates with the American scene painters of the 20th century, such as Grant Wood and Charles Sheeler, while also echoing the light and mood exploration of Edward Hopper, though with a more dynamic and contemporary approach.

Kimberly's art invites viewers into a world of vibrant colors, blending moments of melancholy with lively energy. She continues to be recognized for her ability to evoke mood and mystery through her sensitive, light-filled compositions.

• Nationality: UNITED STATES
• Date of birth : 1971
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• Groups: Contemporary American Artists