Capla Kesting Fine Art is pleased to present a new group show; The Three Graces; Featuring the work of Martina Kubinyi, Shawn Bishop-Leo & Jennifer Sanchez. As their name suggests, the Graces or Charites were personifications of grace and charm in Greek mythology. Although various sources for myth refer to different numbers of Graces, most often they are depicted as a trio. These three goddesses, each a daughter of Zeus, represented an individual quality that was revered by the ancient Greeks. Aglaia personified beauty and radiance. Euphrosyne personified joy and mirth, Thalia personified blooming or flowering.

These enchanting goddesses were often the companions of Aphrodite in mythology. And indeed, the Graces were the perfect entourage for the radiant goddess of love. The Charites were also frequently found in the company of the Muses and many of the other Olympian gods and goddesses.

In this fashion the works of Shawn Bishop-Leo, Martina Kubinyi and Jennifer Sanchez reflect all three qualities of the Graces. In both their striking appearances as beautiful strong women and in their work; be it abstract, straight figurative or mixed media. The collection embodies the beauty intrinsic to the philosophy of the Graces.

Founded in October of 2003 by artists David Kesting and Lincoln Capla, Capla Kesting Fine Art has become synonymous with the exposure of underground artists. Created primarily as a venue to expose their work, and that of their talented group of friends CKFA has developed a reputation for their off the beaten path approach to advancing the public’s knowledge of premier talents that demand our attention.