LIFE MOVES FAST. LET’S CALM DOWN.
Cortney Herron is a distinguished contemporary figurative painter known for her serene, nature-inspired works that evoke a deep sense of calm. Her art explores the quiet beauty of life’s simple yet fleeting moments, using earthy, organic palettes to create peaceful compositions that invite reflection.
Recently
BUTTER Fine Art Fair - Indianapolis, INdiana [Labor Day Weekend 2024]
Current exhibitions
“My Homies” GRoup Show - Oct. 25 - Nov. 7
107 W 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Opening Reception: October 25 6pm-10pm
Valence Projects and ArtLoudLA Presents: The opening exhibition for, "My Homies" inviting viewers to explore the intricate and often contradictory notions of home. This theme encompasses not only physical spaces but also emotional landscapes—capturing the essence of community, self-protection, acceptance, and nurturing.
Curated by Nakeyta Moore
Growing up in the sunlit landscapes of Los Angeles, Cortney developed a deep connection to nature, which continues to inspire her work through color, shape, pattern, texture, and the human form. Her paintings often capture intimate moments that may seem ordinary at first glance but reveal a deeper sense of calm and reflection over time.
Group Shows + Solo Exhibitions
upcoming
Stay Tuned.
2024
Beverly Hills Art Show (Fall), BEverly Hills, CA
“My Homies” GRoup Show - DTLA
garden party: pop-up gallery @Albion Garden, Venice, CA
BUTTER - Fine Art Fair, Indianapolis, IN
Art At Atelier - Atelier Eva, Brooklyn, NY
The Other Art Fair - Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, CA (Spring)
The Love We Give - Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, CA
Dear April - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
High Tea - Femme It Forward (Grammy Weekend), Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA
The ART OF_ Auction - The Laurel Foundation, Los Angeles, CA
2023
WYTCHES - Dorado 806 Gallery, Santa Monica, CA
The Other Art Fair - Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, CA (Spring)
The Other Art Fair - Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, CA (Fall)
777 - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
Mothership Earth - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
More Minis - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
Orthodox LA Gallery - Los Angeles, CA
Harbor Studios - Malibu, CA
2022
Affordable Art Fair - PxP Contemporary, New York, NY
The Gigantic Miniature Show - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
Aspire Los Angeles - Los Angeles, CA
Orthodox LA Gallery - Los Angeles, CA
2021
Collective 131 - Art Pop-Up @ Palette, Saratoga Springs, NY
Mother Shipment - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
Black Like My Coffee - New York, NY
Pop Up Home - UNREPD, Los Angeles, CA
What’s Ya Vibe - Orthodox LA Gallery, Los Angeles, CA
The Gigantic Miniature Show - Deep Space Gallery, Jersey City, NJ
2020
Collective 131 - Art Pop-Up @ Palette, Saratoga Springs, NY
Special Engagements
2021
Live Illustrator - Society6 @ The Other Art Fair, Los Angeles, CA
Earth Day - Nikki Cade Studio, Dallas, TX
2020
Speaker - The Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts, New York, NY
2019
Panelist - Pretty Thing, Los Angeles, CA
2018 - 2020 Artist in Residence
The Riveter - Los Angeles, CA