2 or 3 cols (waiting to see)

Daphne Confar, “Not everybody likes dogs,” “Gary is writing the great American novel,” and “Harry assumes everyone is always talking about him (good of course).”

Daphne Confar, “Not everybody likes dogs,” “Gary is writing the great American novel,” and “Harry assumes everyone is always talking about him (good of course).”

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DAPHNE CONFAR: NEW PAINTINGS, PEPPER GALLERY w/1 cut

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BOSTON, MASS. — Pepper Gallery is presenting a new series of paintings by Daphne Confar, on view at through April 28. This series is a continuation of her portraits that capture the unselfconscious personae of everyday people; her diminutive paintings on woodblock are carefully rendered to reveal the unique details of a person’s facial expression and stance.

Confar often exaggerates these aspects and the individual figure is enhanced through the use of spare backgrounds such as horizon lines, simplified landscapes or gold leaf. Confar’s inspiration stems from an interest in vintage photographs, memories and fiction. She develops “characters” that are sometimes real, sometimes not, but always impart a story that the artist weaves.

The titles that accompany the paintings are often humorous and telling, adding another dimension to her penchant for storytelling.

Confar received her BFA from the Art Institute of Southern California and her MFA from Boston University. Her paintings are included in numerous private and corporate collections.

Pepper Gallery is at 38 Newberry Street. For information, 617-236-4497 or www.peppergalleryboston.com.