Photo: Kristabel Marshall
BIOGRAPHY
Velvet Marshall (California b. 1966) is a second-generation American artist from Los Angeles with a diverse artistic background. Inspired by classical and modern abstract expressionist movements, she blends classical Flemish techniques with bold experimentation to create a revolutionary visual language that explores emotion and the human experience.
Her multidisciplinary influences from music, film, and print infuse her work with textured symphonies of light and shadow, capturing the nuances of human emotion. With a strong foundation in art education, gallery exhibitions, and curation, Velvet brings a wealth of skills and knowledge to her creative endeavors.
Mentored by her father, Chet Marshall, a prominent Disney artist, Velvet's artistic journey evolved from classical, realistic training to a unique approach characterized by textured surfaces and a keen sensitivity to luminosity. Using mediums like oil paint, roofing tar, and everyday materials, she aims to capture the depth of human experience through innovative artistic expression that resonates profoundly with viewers.
Driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression, Velvet continues to evolve as an artist, contributing meaningfully to the cultural landscape with her evocative and revolutionary work.
CURRICULUM VITAE
Born in Hollywood, CA, 1966
Studied Fine/ Studio Art at Santa Monica College
Teaches Fine Art Painting
Lives and works in Los Angeles
2023
· Oct 2023 Group Exhibition: Open Studios of Topanga Exhibit - Studio Tour Topanga Canyon, CA
· Jun. 2023 Curator/ Group Exhibit: Sage Art Exhibit – Topanga Library Topanga, CA
2022
· Oct. 2022 – May 2023 Art Teacher – Artist Lab & Education – LA, CA.
· Jun. 2022 Commissioned Artist/ Commercial Advertisement – Topanga Animal Rescue, Topanga, CA
2019
· April – May 2019 Commissioned Artist/ Solo Exhibition: Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts – Leila Bick Interior Design Project – Descanso Gardens, La Canada Flintridge, CA
· Jun 2019 Curator/ Group Exhibition: Everything We Love About Topanga, Topanga Library, Topanga, CA
2018
· Aug. 2018 Artist/ Design Consultant: Interior Design Reality TV – Adaeze & Lenny – Santa Monica, CA
· Jun 2018 Group Exhibition: Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour Topanga Canyon Gallery Topanga, CA
· May 2018 Commissioned Artist/ Interior Design - Shannon Colburn Home Interior Design – Malibu, Ca
· Mar. 2018 Commissioned Artist: Walk for Sally Interior Mural – Walk for Sally Foundation, Playa Del Ray, Ca
2017
· Dec. 2017 Curator/ Group Exhibit: Introduction to Acrylics II Artist Reception – Topanga Library Topanga, CA.
· Sept. 2017 Commissioned Artist / Exterior Mural – City of Hawthorne Art Commissioner – Awarded Proclamation of Honor- Ramona Park, Hawthorne, CA
· Jun 2017 Group Exhibition: Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour Topanga Canyon Gallery Topanga, CA.
· April 2017 Curator/ Group Exhibit: Introduction to Acrylics Artist Reception – Topanga Library Topanga, CA
· Feb. 2017 – Jun.2023 Art Teacher / Art Curator – Topanga Community Center Topanga, CA.
2016
· Dec 2016 Group Exhibition: Life’s A Beach – Fundraiser For Hawthorne City Council Olivia Valentine – Lax
· May 2016 – Mar. 2022 Commissioned Artist/ Design Consultant / Art Curator – Stone Art – Santa Monica, CA.
· Mar. 2016 – Feb. 2017 Art Teacher – Paint Lab – Santa Monica, CA.
2015
· Nov. 2015 Group Exhibition: CreateLA Pop Up Art Experience – Space 15 Twenty – DTLA
· 2015 Group Exhibition: Shannon Colburn Home Interior Design – Best in Houzz – Shannon Colburn Gallery, Malibu, Ca
· Aug. 2015 Commissioned Artist/ Group Exhibition: Breast At Work Exhibit – The Mother Nurture Center – Torrance, CA
· 2015 Commissioned Artist/ Commercial Media/Interior Design – Liz Stewart Development & Design - Long Beach, CA
· 2015 Gallery Assistant – Phantom Galleries - LA,CA
· Jul. 2015 Group Exhibition: Art Fusion – Gallery H - Hawthorne, CA
· Mar. 2015 Art Teacher/ Art Demonstrator – Palos Verdes Art Center, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
· 2015 Commissioned Artist/ Commercial Advertisement – The Vault Warehouse Speakeasy Lounge – Long Beach, CA
· 2013-2015 Private Art Teacher – Long Beach, CA
· Mar. 2015 Group Exhibition: Venus Triumphant - Artwalk Lounge - DTLA
· Feb. –Sept. 2015 Artist Residency – The Croatian Cultural Center – San Pedro, CA
· Feb. 2015 Group Exhibition: Art Without Boundaries – Croatian Cultural Center San Pedro, CA
· Feb. 2015 Group Exhibition: Steeling Pompeii Fashion & Art Exhibit – San Pedro, CA
· Jan, 2015 Solo Exhibition: Poetic Fragmentations Artist Talk & Closing Reception - Phantom Galleries - Hawthorne CA
2014
· Dec, 2014 Solo Exhibition: Poetic Fragmentations Solo Exhibit
Phantom Galleries - Hawthorne CA
· Nov. 2014 Group Exhibition: Torrance Art Museum – Torrance, CA
· Jul, 2014 Group Exhibition: Art Of Dance - A Group Exhibition
Frame & Art Dept. – Hermosa Beach, CA
· 2014 Commissioned Artist /Interior Design – Sandra Espinet SE Designs – Palm Beach, FL.
· Jun, 2014 Group Exhibition: Ca 101 2014 Art Exhibition On The Waterfront At The Redondo Beach Pier Plaza (Pop-Up Venue)
· Mar, 2014 Group Exhibition: In Motion II South Bay Lexus – Torrance, CA
2013
· Dec, 2013 Group Exhibition: In Motion 2013 - South Bay Lexus – Torrance, CA
· Sep, 2013 Group Exhibition: Silent Art Auction At Zask Gallery
Ps Zask Gallery – Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
· Jul, 2013 Group Exhibition: South Bay Contemporary - Ps Zask Gallery - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
2002
· 2002-2004 Design Consultant/ Gallery Assistant – Boris Artistry & Framing – Beverly Hills, CA
2000
· 2000- 2002 Public Relations Agent/Office Manager – Off Melrose Film Productions – Beverly Hills, CA
1999
· 1999-2000 Associate Film Producer – “The Tell Tale Heart” Jaguar Films – Beverly Hills, CA
1994
· 1994-1998 Set Designer/ Stylist/ Make Up Artist – Graphic Art Design - DTLA
· 1994 Public Relations/ International Campaign For China- Golden Rice Company
PROFESSIONAL ART EDUCATION:
· Santa Monica College - Fine/Studio Arts, Photography and Music
· West Los Angeles College - French Language and Literature
· Jeremiah Comey Film Acting Studio - Script Analysis
· Paul Tuerpe Class Act - Improvisation
· Van Mar Academy - Method and Scene Study
· Santa Monica High School - Music/ Concert Violinist (first chair)
INDEPENDENT COURSEWORK:
· Ceramics, Mold Making, Casting and Raku Study with Cynthia Futino
· Custom Framing and Market Analysis with Boris Bezroukov
AWARDS:
· Proclamation Honor for GOOD NEIGHBORS MURAL | Hawthorne, CA. 2017
ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
Proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Time Matters, Consult works, MRI, Yardi, Angus and the Internet. Types 45WPM.
Multi-lingual in English and French.
SELECTED ARTICLES AND REVIEWS:
· James Wright, Canvas Rebel https://canvasrebel.com/meet-velvet-marshall/
· Bonnie Morgan, Topanga New Times https://topanganewtimes.com/2023/09/22/meet-some-of-the-artists-october-7-8-2023/
· Sid Reddy, Shoutout LA https://shoutoutla.com/velvet-marshall-contemporary-visual-artist/
· Skye Amber Sweet, SkyePoet https://www.skyepoet.com/velvet-marshall.html
· Sid Reddy, Voyage LA https://voyagela.com/interview/meet-velvet-marshall-fine-art-topanga-ca/
· IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1524124/
· Flavia Potenza, Mountain Messenger https://messengermountainnews.com/
· Bondo Wyszpolski, Easy Reader News https://easyreadernews.com/glamour-fashion-show-san-pedro/
· Sandra Vista, One Hundred Percent Rag https://onehundredpercentrag.blogspot.com/2014/11/velvet-marshall-and-torrance-art-museum.html
https://onehundredpercentrag.blogspot.com/2014/07/velvet-marshall-merced-fields.html
https://onehundredpercentrag.blogspot.com/2013/07/velvet-marshall-bridge_18.html
https://onehundredpercentrag.blogspot.com/2013/07/ps-zask-gallery-south-bay-contemporary.html
· Jackie Balestra, Southbay by Jackie