Kiki Gaffney, “Vestige” (detail), acrylic, graphite, colored pencil and gold leaf, 2022.

Kiki Gaffney

Kiki Gaffney headshot

Kiki Gaffney explores the intersections between the natural world and urban landscapes through illustration and painting, translating the detailed forms of fallen trees, rock formations and natural detritus into geometric designs. During her residency, Gaffney will explore the beauty of Denver Botanic Gardens’ natural and constructed environments, seeking inspiration in the forms, shapes and colors of landscapes and collections.

 

About the Artist

Philadelphia-based visual artist Kiki Gaffney juxtaposes organic and constructed patterns to explore our visual landscape. Gaffney received a bachelor's degree from Loyola College, and a master’s degree from the University of the Arts, PA. She is represented by Pentimenti Gallery, PA, Modern West Fine Art, UT, and K. Imperial Fine Art, CA. Her works are held in numerous public and private collections throughout the United States.

 

Gallery

Kiki Gaffney, “Nexus Study I,” photograph, graphite, acrylic and gold leaf, 2022.
Kiki Gaffney, “Nexus Study I,” photograph, graphite, acrylic and gold leaf, 2022.
Kiki Gaffney, “Nexus Study II,” photograph, acrylic and glitter, 2022.
Kiki Gaffney, “Nexus Study II,” photograph, acrylic and glitter, 2022.
Kiki Gaffney, “Shift II,” graphite, acrylic and gold leaf, 2022.
Kiki Gaffney, “Shift II,” graphite, acrylic and gold leaf, 2022.
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