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Established in 1964 in Naples, Florida. Harmon-Meek Gallery is one of the most respected fine art galleries in the United States. #art #huntslonem

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OUR FLAG IN AMERICAN ART: 1935–2026

Beginning at Harmon-Meek Gallery in Naples and continuing through the Museum of Art – DeLand, my painting United We Stand has traveled across Florida as part of this historic exhibition celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

On September 1, the final chapter of this three-exhibition journey opens at the Polk State College Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.

It has been an honor to see this painting exhibited alongside works by artists spanning nearly a century of American art. Thank you to Harmon-Meek Gallery for including my work and carrying this exhibition into three remarkable spaces.

Our Flag in American Art: 1935–2026
September 1–October 30, 2026
Polk State College
Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery

Opening reception: September 15, 5–7 p.m.

United We Stand
Acrylic on canvas
2026

#OurFlagInAmericanArt #America250 #AbrahamOnkst #OnkstArt #HarmonMeekGallery

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I am honored to have my painting in this historic exhibition “Our Flag in American Art 1935-2026” at The Museum of Art DeLand in collaboration with Harmon-Meek Gallery.

This is a multi-generational exhibition spanning nearly a century of artists exploring one of the most iconic symbols in our culture. @harmonmeekgallery @moartdeland

Artist statement for my piece below:

As an American citizen, the culture and symbolism of the United States have always been part of my identity. This work began from a place of curiosity: a desire to explore what it means to make my own mark on the nation and culture that shaped me.

The layered visual language throughout the flag reflects the layered nature of life itself. Our experiences, beliefs, and perspectives are constantly overlapping and evolving. While the composition appears chaotic up close, the marks stretch across the entire surface of the painting, creating a unifying visual rhythm. For me, this represents the possibility of unity even within difference.

My mark-making is also influenced by the modern age, where we are surrounded by an endless stream of opinions, voices, and information. The painting acknowledges that confusion while ultimately pointing toward something hopeful - the enduring human spirit and our collective drive to keep striving for something better.

I’m proud to be included alongside artists such as Hunt Slonem, Will Barnet, Adolf Dehn, Gabriela Gonzalez Dellosso, Reynier Llanes, Jessica Daryl Winer, and others.

Beautiful museum install photograph.

#HuntSlonem, #WillBarnet, #AdolfDehn, #GabrielaGonzalezDellosso, #ReynierLlanes

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“Our Flag in American Art 1935–2026”
On view at Harmon-Meek Gallery May 2026. Traveling to the Museum of Art- Deland, June 2026
My painting is entitled “Celestial Seamstress: Homage to Ángeles Santos Torroella” 45 x 45 inches, Oil on canvas. “Celestial Seamstress” is my homage to the artist Ángeles Santos Torroella (Spanish, 1911–2013), who had the courage to paint her vision in “ Un Mundo” ( which inspired this work) untethered by permission or precedent. Her work was not tentative; it was universal, expansive, and deeply intuitive—as if she were stitching together inner and outer worlds with quiet authority.

In this painting, I imagine the seamstress as a maker of universes—threading light through darkness, mending what has been unseen, and illuminating what has yet to be understood.

This is not only a tribute to her extraordinary achievement at such a young age, but to the enduring, universal force of creative vision—one that transcends time and continues to guide us. #angelessantostorroella #figurativepainting #womenartists #unmundo #reínasofía
A reflection on history, memory, and the fragile threads that connect us across generations.
Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

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The year is 1975. The location is a prominent gallery in Naples, Florida. Harmon-Meek Gallery. They assembled a “once in a lifetime” exhibition of 20th century American realists.

It included Andrew Wyeth, Raphael Soyer, whom the New York Times called “the dean of American realists” and hangs in the Met, and Lowell Nesbitt considered “the father of modern realism.” Aaron Bohrod. Robert Vickrey. Martha Mayer Erlebacher. And so many more.

Then, at the bottom of the second paragraph, amongst the “artists who have gained more recent regional reputations,” you find Laura Shechter.

She was 31. She had been painting for over a decade. She wasn’t the cover of the catalog. She was the last name in the second paragraph. But there she was, in the room.

She wasn’t the cover. But she was there, in the room. A spot she had earned. A gallery that showed her work for the next three decades.

#raphaelsoyer #lowellnesbitt #aaronbohrod #robertvickrey #marthamayererlebacher

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🇺🇸 I’m honored to share that my 2026 painting “United We Stand” has been selected for the exhibition “Our Flag in American Art 1935–2026” with Harmon-Meek Gallery (Naples, FL), Which will then be traveling to the Museum of Art DeLand (DeLand, FL) in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

This is a multi-generational exhibition spanning nearly a century of artists exploring one of the most iconic symbols in our culture.

I’m proud to be included alongside artists such as Hunt Slonem, Will Barnet, Adolf Dehn, Gabriela Gonzalez Dellosso, Reynier Llanes, Jessica Daryl Winer, and others.

Founded in 1964, Harmon-Meek Gallery has a long-standing presence in the American fine art world, making this opportunity especially meaningful.

Artist statement for my piece below ⬇️

As an American citizen, the culture and symbolism of the United States have always been part of my identity. This work began from a place of curiosity: a desire to explore what it means to make my own mark on the nation and culture that shaped me.

The layered visual language throughout the flag reflects the layered nature of life itself. Our experiences, beliefs, and perspectives are constantly overlapping and evolving. While the composition appears chaotic up close, the marks stretch across the entire surface of the painting, creating a unifying visual rhythm. For me, this represents the possibility of unity even within difference.

My mark-making is also influenced by the modern age, where we are surrounded by an endless stream of opinions, voices, and information. The painting acknowledges that confusion while ultimately pointing toward something hopeful - the enduring human spirit and our collective drive to keep striving for something better.

#Art #FineArt #america250 #huntslonem #AbrahamOnkst

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This bovine beauty wishes you and yours a glarious Easter! 🌸🤍

We are closed today, Sunday, April 5, and will reopen Monday, April 6, for Masters guests.

Image: Reynier Llanes, “Bride”, 2024. Oil on canvas. Courtesy of the Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples, Florida. © Reynier Lianes. Happy Easter

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Heading south to Naples (Fl) - for my exhibition. If you’re near, please come! 💕🥂🌴🎨
@harmonmeekgallery

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February plans, sorted. From art openings and festivals to scenic day trips, our Southwest Florida guide highlights what to do across Naples, Bonita Springs and Big Cypress this month. Link in bio.

🖋️ @alyssaclaireriley, @emma_witmer
📸 In order: Clyde Butcher’s 𝘊𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘳 𝘖𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘥 𝘗𝘰𝘯𝘥 (2009), Brian Tietz, Reynier Llanes’ 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘳 (2025)

#swflevents #thingstodoswfl

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Introducing our May Best of the Gulfshore issue, featuring Marissa Hartington of Marissa Collections.

This special edition celebrates Southwest Florida's finest—restaurants, shops and experiences voted as favorites by more than thousands of locals. Our editors add their personal picks, from rooftop bars to new design destinations to discover.

On the cover: The enigmatic fashion original herself, marking her legendary boutique's 50th anniversary. In this rare feature, we spoke with her inner circle to reveal the visionary who has shaped Naples style for half a century.

Pick up the May issue on select newsstands or explore online at the link in our bio.

Photography by @omarcruzphoto
Styling by @shopmarissacollections
Hair and makeup by Dani Taverna, @dualityartistry

#bestofthegulfshore #gulfshorelife #swfl

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Jazz Combo, Dizzy’s Club @jalcnyc @billystritch @harmonmeekgallery #artistoninstagram #painting #artistinstudio #jazzatlincolncenter

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In case you didn’t get to experience this beaut a couple weeks ago..when I say this one makes you Blush it truly does☺️ for sale at a quality price, or if you just want to adore her come by March 15

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