“There are two distinct languages. There is the verbal, which separates people...and there is the visual that is understood by everybody”
Artist , entrepreneur, and most importantly a father.
Who is the artist: Kendall Soliwoda
Kendall is an emerging artist and an artist to watch. Works by this New Britain native will move you with strong usages of color, contrast and compostion. Kendall has dedicated years of his life to create greatness for himself in the contemporary art world.
Kendall is an active member of the Connecticut Artist community. In his time here, his impact has been felt across many communities. Kendall designed and painted a variety of community murals, taught many young artists in Hartford Public Schools, and aided in numerous community art events. He is currently a Gallery Board member of the New Britain Art League as well as a high-level donor at the New Britain Museum of American Art.
Kendall studied Fine Art and Marketing at Central Connecticut State University. In his time there he was president of the CCSU Artists’ Collective, and also helped organize CCSU’s International Mural Slam where he studied under renowned muralist and activist Mike Alewitz.
“Building community through the arts is something that we need to prioritize in this climate. Supporting small businesses and connecting with families who can relate with my art will always be a personal goal to achieve through my work” said artist Kendall Soliwoda.
"My paintings are generally full of purposeful brushstrokes and dramatic color palettes, combined with scale which evokes a great sense of emotional responses to my work. I feel as though the process of my life reflects in my work. When I set out to create, I channel the emotions that I feel, along with the artistic disciplines that express those thoughts. I work with a focus to keep learning about myself and teaching/displaying the capabilities possible through my work.”
Kendall is working on new ventures in 2023. He is currently working with legendary Bronx artist Mark Lawrence on a series of public murals in NYC Public Schools. He has a show upcoming in February 2023 in the Downtown Middletown CT district, More details can be found on upcoming art shows by subscribing to our @krsart social media pages!