A 1989 graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute and currently working for Hallmark Cards Inc., as an Exhibit Designer, Dana Swedo Bernal has exhibited in shows throughout Kansas City. Some of her recent shows include:

The Hobbs Open Studio
Steve Nuss Interior Design
Kansas City Artists Coalition
Westport Art Fair
Columbus Park Art Crawl

Among the non-profits who benefit from Dana’s donated works are:

Art Unleashed Humane Society Benefit
Mattie Rhodes Mask Auction
ABC Extreme Makeover Home Edition
Holiday Tree Gala KVC Behavior Health Care of Kansas City
Arthritis’s Foundation

Dana Swedo Bernal’s work has a sculptural presence on the wall. The substantial depth of her canvas, and deeply textured surface suggests ceramic, rock, and metal. Surprisingly, these objects are suitable for hanging on traditional walls with standard picture hanging hardware.

My mixed media paintings are made of materials that include stucco, acrylic paint, oil paint, found objects and photo transfers. Some of my paintings have female subjects incorporated in them, giving a romantic quality to the surface.

My studio is within the Hobbs Building; West bottoms of Kansas City, MO. This 7 story building is dedicated to artists, one catering company, and an herb and spice distributor. Biannual shows have been a part of its purpose for several years, inviting the public to experience this unique atmosphere.

For appointments, commissions, press, or simply to learn more about Dana’s work,
please call 913-461-9526, or email danaswedo@yahoo.com.

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More to come