December 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Telluride Arts HQ East is featuring Alyce Levy as part of their Winter Wonderland popup exhibition. Alyce Levy's captivating artistry unfolds within the circumference of mesmerizing circles, where her creations not only reflect the inner cadence of her thoughts but also echo the emotional climate and occurrences in the world that surrounds her. With an acute focus on the interplay of colors, she orchestrates harmonious blends and dramatic juxtapositions, crafting unique art pieces that serve as poignant commentaries on her insightful observations.
Hailing from the vibrant state of Louisiana and raised in a lively, opinionated family, Alyce found solace in art as a means to navigate the diverse moods and situations that enveloped her. Armed with degrees in Philosophy and Psychology from the University of Kansas and initially aspiring towards an advanced law degree, she found that art remained a steadfast and soothing companion. Following a transformative heart-to-heart with her father during her senior year, she altered her post-graduation plans and pursued an associate degree in Graphic Arts from the Art Institute of Dallas. As a graphic designer specializing in logos and advertising, she left her creative imprint on projects for clients such as Arthur Anderson, Microsoft, and Southland Corporation.
In 2000, a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis brought about a significant shift in Alyce's life. Alongside her husband Doug, she embraced the "new normal" by establishing a bike team that raised an impressive $3 million over 20 years for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. A portion of all her art sales continues to be dedicated to this cause. The birth of their daughters, Jordan and Taylor, prompted Alyce to adjust her work schedule, and it was only when the girls entered preschool that she rediscovered the time and energy to rekindle her passion for creation.
The genesis of her fine art venture, Modern Slice, arose from a rainy day encounter with a roadside stump along a bustling Dallas street. Alyce's fascination with the whorls and tree rings found in wood slices became the foundation of her artistic expression. Each slice serves as a fresh canvas, narrating a new story through Alyce's meticulous acrylic hand-painting, sealed with layers of epoxy resin. Colors, in Alyce's words, awaken her each morning with new combinations, ideas, and pigmented stories to tell.
Beyond wood, Alyce delves into the poetic realm with porcelain butterfly wall sculptures that gracefully adorn the hallways of homes in Dallas and Telluride. Her affinity for natural elements is evident in the hand-installed formations accompanying each butterfly collection.
Having entered the phase of empty nesting, Alyce and Doug find joy and creative stimulation in their cherished sanctuary: Telluride. Within this serene refuge, the Levys savor companionship, engage in sports, and immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring beauty it unfolds.
Alyce's distinctive work is showcased in the eclectic and vibrant Tweed Interiors, an interior design studio and boutique, as well as in Mecox, a prestigious home décor studio in Dallas, TX.