“Soul in Bloom” Solo Exhibition by Sunny Mullarkey
Artist Reception September 6th from 6-9
Event Types: Visual Arts
Sep 6, 2024 6:00 PM — Sep 28, 2024 4:00 PM
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Kristina White
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Sunny Mullarkey has chased curiosity like a butterfly flitting from flower to flower. As a child, she tapped into the wonderment she felt using bold colors as her hand skipped along her box of crayons. She knew the answers to her curiosity would often be found by putting color to paper and then later in life, paint to canvas. As she transitions to serving as the primary caregiver to a mother with memory decline, she is rediscovering inspiration in revisiting these influential bold colors.
Reflecting on the inspiration behind “Soul in Bloom”, Mullarkey remarks: “I infuse every decision with childlike wonder, pushing colors to their most vibrant and crafting textures that draw you deeper into my imagination. Florals and feathers, treasures I've gathered on nature walks with my mom, are reimagined as I reconnect with the inner child's awe for beauty.” Her inspiration taps into witnessing her mom treat each day as a new beginning, discovering moments and experiences afresh, finding joy in the present, and embracing the simplicity of living in the now.
Throughout life, endless curiosity has driven Mullarkey to discover and create whimsical worlds, fueling a sense of purposeful chaos through unexpected perspectives. In her new body of work, she crafts designs with bold colors and rich textures that flow playfully, inviting viewers to explore the vibrant layers within each piece. Mullarkey desires for “my art to ignite your imagination, sparking curiosity, and a sense of life within you.” “Soul in Bloom” debuts at Spoonbill Gallery on September 6th at 10am in person or online and concludes on September 28th at 4pm. Join us as we host Mullarkey in the gallery for an artist reception during First Fridays on September 6th from 6-9pm, at 1292 Pendleton Street in the Village of West Greenville.
