Lizzi Aronhalt (b.1991)
Wallhaven, 2018
Materials: Acrylic, charcoal, paint marker on canvas, 30 x 40”
Location: Summa Health, Dr. Gary B. and Pamela S. Williams Tower, Akron Campus (141 N. Forge St.), blue neighborhood, sixth floor, hallway outside patient rooms H6-121 and H6-122
About the Artwork
In Wallhaven, Lizzi Aronhalt brings the vibrant energy of a familiar Akron neighborhood to life with bold color and dynamic linework. The painting depicts a street scene from the Wallhaven area in northwest Akron, rendered in Aronhalt's signature freely interpretive style. She begins with blocks of color, and then brings the scene to fruition with sweeping strokes of charcoal and paint marker, defining certain elements while allowing others to break free, infusing the piece with movement and exuberance. The result is a joyful, animated composition that speaks to the artist’s deep connection to her surroundings.
Aronhalt’s work frequently explores the everyday capturing the typical, rather than the iconic, with a fresh perspective. Whether it's satellite dishes on rooftops or ice cream stands in Akron, her art celebrates the ordinary with vibrant color and bold lines. Her expansive cityscapes, often viewed from a raised perspective, impart a sense of hopefulness and optimism, qualities that make Wallhaven a natural fit for the Summa Health collection.
A native of Akron, Aronhalt earned her Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Miami University in 2013. She has continued to make art and stay involved in the artistic community, spending time in Eastern Europe before returning to Akron. She now works from a studio at Summit Artspace and offers art lessons.
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(photo by Ilenia Pezzaniti)
