Artist Profile: Andrea Ploch

Origin: Venezuelan American
Currently Exhibiting in: New York City

Website: andreaploch.com
Social Media: Instagram


Bio:

Andrea Ploch is a Venezuelan American artist whose work explores the interplay between grief, nostalgia, and healing through the use of color, yarn, and botanical elements. Her practice is rooted in symbolism, drawing inspiration from her environment, evolving inner states, and personal memories. Each piece is an expression of emotional transformation, weaving together tactile materials to convey themes of acceptance and emotional growth.

Guided by influences from Venezuelan artist Gego and Australian artist Niharika Hukku, Ploch’s artistic journey is characterized by thoughtful introspection and exploration of layered meanings. Her work often bridges abstract concepts with personal narratives, creating art that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.


Featured Artwork at Bushwick Gallery

Two Fridas

  • Year of Creation: 2024
  • Medium: Acrylic on canvas and woodcut, with thread and beading
  • Dimensions: 14 x 12 x 1 inches
  • Price: $1,200 USD for the set

Description:
Inspired by Frida Kahlo’s iconic 1939 self-portrait The Two Fridas, Ploch’s Two Fridas reflects her own emotional journey in the aftermath of heartbreak. The twin pieces explore the process of self-soothing and emotional healing, depicting the contrast between pain and the desire for renewal. The gaping, vulnerable heart mirrors the raw emotions felt during the initial stages of loss, while the vibrant, hopeful heart symbolizes the possibility of growth and recovery.

Created with acrylic on canvas and woodcut, and accented by thread and intricate beading, the artwork merges tactile techniques with symbolic imagery. The use of thread emphasizes the binding and unbinding of emotions, suggesting a gradual process of stitching oneself back together. The work invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences with love and loss and the resilience that follows.

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Exhibition Information

Exhibition Title: Love and Heartbreak: A Duality
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 13 / 6PM-8PM
Exhibition Dates: February 13 – February 20
Theme: This exhibition examines the emotional spectrum of relationships, from joy and intimacy to sorrow and separation. Andrea Ploch’s Two Fridas is a fitting contribution to this theme, representing the dichotomy of heartbreak and healing. Drawing on personal experience and artistic inspiration from Frida Kahlo, the piece bridges vulnerability and strength, symbolizing the journey from grief to acceptance and renewal.