The U-Gallery at LAV presents the dynamic work of five talented artists: Abbott Abstract, Mariana Russo, Elizabeth PItuch and Cynda Valle. Each brings a unique voice and vision, offering a compelling mix of styles and perspectives that reflect the diverse spirit of contemporary art.
Abbott Abstract - Brenda and Alli Abbott are a mother-daughter duo based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Working side by side for over a decade, they share a love for abstract expression and the freedom it offers. Each painting is a collaboration of intuition, emotion, and spontaneous experimentation in the studio. They don’t follow formulas or work in series—instead, they let each piece unfold naturally, guided by movement, color, and trust in the process.
Mariana Russo - Mariana Russo, a mixed media artist based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where she studied art and technical drawing. Her work blends bright acrylics with intricate pyrography to create richly textured pieces inspired by nature’s movement and detail. Drawing from imagination and natural forms, Mariana’s art explores depth, light, and shadow. She regularly exhibits across the U.S., teaching workshops and sharing her creative process with others.
Elizabeth Pituch - Elizabeth A. Pituch is a New Jersey-born abstract artist whose work is rooted in a lifelong passion for creative exploration. With a BFA in Painting and Sculpture from Rutgers University, she blends bold color, texture, and intuition to create emotionally charged, process-driven pieces. Influenced by her environment and often working in collaboration with other creatives, Elizabeth embraces spontaneity, experimentation, and a deep commitment to the evolving nature of artistic expression.