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By Miriam Raftery
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| "Morning Light" by Alex Toporovsky |
April 27, 2009 (El Cajon)—“In my work, I try to evoke a séance of peace and
happiness,” artist Alex Toporovsky told East County Magazine. “These
are usually things which are lacking in most people’s lives, including my own.
We are all so busy running around and trying to make a living these days. I
feel that my paintings are sort of a dreamscape where most people would love
to run away, too, to find peace of mind. I try to take people to that
place, to escape for a while, and get refreshed before doing the daily grind.”
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| "Reflections" |
The Russian-born artist combines impressionism with realism, utilizing vibrant
colors and bold images. He has developed a unique style, focusing his
talents on painting richly romantic “dreamscape” paintings that captivate the
imagination and satisfy the soul. His works are among 150 works
by a variety of artists on display during the 11th El Cajon Invitational Art
Exhibit at the St. Clair Gallery in El Cajon.
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| "Kissing the Sky" |
Born in the Ukraine, Toporosky came to America with his family at age five, moving
to San Diego at age thirteen. He studied art and interior design in college. Later,
he worked as a scenic artist for the Old Globe Theater.
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| "Hummingbird" |
In 1999, after
getting married, he moved to northern California and started his own decorative
arts company, creating murals and faux finishes. He also began painting
commissioned paintings for his clients and sold oil paintings through local
galleries. In 2003, he returned to San Diego with his family, where he has
continued to run a successful decorative arts business.
The St. Clair Gallery is located upstairs in the East County Business Center, 270
East Douglas Avenue in El Cajon. To view works by Toporovsky and other artists
in the show, visit http://stclairgallery.web.officelive.com. An
artists’ reception will be held on Tuesday, May 19, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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