Elan Schwartz is an interdisciplinary artist currently located in Cincinnati, OH. They hold a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts with a certificate in Pre-Art Therapy from the University of Cincinnati’s college of DAAP.
Schwartz is an interdisciplinary artist who explores intra/interpersonal relationships through a variety of media – installation, screen printing, photography, ceramics and embroidery. His relationship with his partner has been a main source of inspiration. Throughout this relationship, many emotions have risen to the surface that have made him question things about himself and his other relationships. Uncertainty, vulnerability, adoration, doubt, care, sympathy, anxiety, tenderness – these are all
relatable feelings that arise not only in romantic
relationships, but others as well. In his work, Schwartz shares his vulnerabilities with grace and power. His pieces reflect the possibilities of growth when being vulnerable with yourself and others.
relatable feelings that arise not only in romantic
relationships, but others as well. In his work, Schwartz shares his vulnerabilities with grace and power. His pieces reflect the possibilities of growth when being vulnerable with yourself and others.
Education
2022 - University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art & Planning
Bachelors in Fine Arts & certificate in Pre-Art Therapy
Magna Cum Laude
2022 - University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art & Planning
Bachelors in Fine Arts & certificate in Pre-Art Therapy
Magna Cum Laude
Solo* Group** Exhibitions
2022
Ultraviolet - Visionaries + Voices - Cincinnati, OH**
Ultraviolet - Visionaries + Voices - Cincinnati, OH**
come sit with me / - DAAP - Cincinnati, OH*
2021
Love Languages - 1628 Ltd. - Cincinnati, OH**
Love Languages - 1628 Ltd. - Cincinnati, OH**
Loving Wyoming - Wyoming Fine Arts Center - Cincinnati, OH**
The Print Swap - Matca Gallery - Hanoi, Vietnam**
2019
Hindsight's Always 20/20 - Spice House Gallery - Cincinnati, OH**
Hindsight's Always 20/20 - Spice House Gallery - Cincinnati, OH**
Sonnet - Waiting Room Gallery - Cincinnati, OH**
these memories are valid - Tabula Rasa Gallery - Cincinnati, OH*
Emotional and physical pains of trying to feel right - 840 Gallery - Cincinnati, OH*