About Ariel Lyneese
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Welcome! My name is Ariel Lyneese, but my friends call me Ari. Which means YOU can call me that too! I am the artist behind Art X Ari.
In my shop, discover a diverse collection of art, perspective bending—from compelling social advocacy to unique and funky upcycled canvases. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology with a minor in Studio Art from Framingham State University, my passion lies in learning and advocating for social justice through the medium of art.
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Drawing inspiration from innovative musicians and filmmakers such as; Spike Lee, A Tribe Called Quest, and Kendrick Lamar. Embodying the idea that art is an essential form of expression that can can push social change and start movements. While simultaneously bringing hope, happiness & peace to those who need it most.
In 2017, Artzy X Ari started as just a simple way to share my random art pieces. Since then, my art has grown into so much more. I ask that you explore my website with an open mind and heart as I continue to discover my creative voice and create work that continuously grows.
What is Up-cycling?
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Up-cycling is taking something no longer in use and giving it a second life and new function. An item ready for upcycling can be something you currently have in the house, acquired as a hand-me-down or purchased from a retail outlet or thrift store.
Why do I prefer Up-cycling?
Saving materials from landfill
Supporting local and rural industry
Reduced manufacturing costs
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*The transition to a shop of products majority made with Up-Cycled canvases is ongoing! Going forward the hope is that with the exception of privately commissioned work, the majority of products sold will be made with Up-Cycled canvases. As of right now, I am still using pre-made stretched canvas and frames from stores.
Accomplishments
In January 2023, her reductive charcoal drawing “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot (Part II)” was selected for the What’s Going On? Juried Group exhibition at Piano Craft Gallery, Boston. The reductive charcoal drawing depicted protesters in Ferguson, MO during the aftermath of the fatal police shooting of Micheal Brown in 2014. Although the phrase had its birth in Ferguson, it has become a symbol and common chant in protests all across the United States.
In 2021, her pixelated collage piece “Our Palette'' was published on the front cover of an international artbook of the same name, published by Sapphire, a Boston based community organization Founded by her and her friends. Additionally, in Spring 2021, she was selected for an Artist Spotlight in The Onyx, Volume 55, a literary Magazine Published through Framingham State University.
Culture Nights Boston (2023)
Contact
I'm always looking for new and fun opportunities. Let's connect!
Questions or concerns? Please feel free to shoot me an email!
‪(617) 752-1777‬