(New York, NY – March 11, 2025) – Semadar, the award-winning international artist known for her neo-pointillism technique, will present her works at Carlton Fine Arts on Madison Avenue, serving as a kick off for Art Expo New York, where she will exhibit with Artifact Projects from April 3rd – 7th.
The exhibition at Charles Saffati’s Carlton Fine Arts will be on display from April 2nd -25th and feature eight portraiture works including Elvis Presley, oil on canvas, 2012 ; Unspoken- Robin Williams, oil on canvas, 2014; Marilyn Monroe, oil on canvas, 2012; and Bob, oil on canvas, 2012. Semadar’s vibrant works showcase her singular artistic language, evoking a strong artistic heritage and capturing the essence of the real.
“The artwork achieves its full realization where thousands of precisely deployed oil brushstrokes, applied wet-on-wet, coalesce to embody the totality of the cerebral creative process and becomes a tangible manifestation of artistic sensitivity and a profound reflection of the artist’s inner self.” – Semadar
Semadar, whose artistic journey began with an exploration of classical art philosophy, has spent the past 14 years perfecting her craft and captivating audiences with her visionary approach. Her most groundbreaking contribution to the art world is Neo-Pointillism, a revolutionary style that has secured her place in art history. In 2018, the prestigious Comitato Scientifico—a renowned assembly of art critics and historians—recognized her as an artistic icon. In a rare honor, they dedicated the first volume of Enciclopedia delle Arte to her, tracing a lineage from the Renaissance to Neo-Pointillism. This volume is now housed in 1,000 museums worldwide, cementing her legacy.
Bob, Oil on Canvas, 2012
Semadar’s work has been featured in esteemed galleries, museums, and exhibitions across the globe. She has participated in numerous international juried exhibits and solo shows at venues such as Maison Alcan in Montreal, Agora Gallery, Architectural Digest, Artifact in New York, Art Fusion Galleries, Art Basel Red Dot in Miami, and the LA Art Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Her art has also been showcased at the Grand Palais and Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, Auditorium Ranieri III in Monte Carlo, the Monaco Yacht Show, MEAM Barcelona, Palazzo Uffizi in Florence, Castello Dell’Ovo in Naples, and the Complesso Museale Sala Del Bramante in Rome. A career highlight includes her solo exhibition of 22 paintings at Museo Monreale in Palermo, inaugurated by the esteemed critic Vittorio Sgarbi.
Her artistic reach extends beyond galleries and museums—her work has also appeared in film and media. She has been featured in Step Up Revolution (2012), Rocklo (Quebec), Banc Public (Quebec), and several documentaries spanning Canada, the United States, and Europe.
Semadar stands as the only Canadian artist selected to represent Canada at major international events, including the Biennale di Palermo, Biennale di Mantova at Museo Gonzaga, and the Biennale of the Nations in Venice at Palazzo dei Dogi.
Her talent has drawn recognition from esteemed international critics and art historians, including Sam Aberg, Vittorio Sgarbi, Paolo Levi, Jose Van Dali, Salvatore Russo, Byron Coleman, Melissa Biron, Patrick Lachaud, and Dominique Lachapelle. Over the years, she has received numerous prestigious awards, including:
● Trophée Révélateur de Talents – Louvre Paris (2016)
● Il Grande Maestro Prize (2016 & 2017)
● Leonardo da Vinci International Universal Artist Prize (2016)
● Recognition of Honour – Leonardo da Vinci Prize (2018)
● Quality Jury Award – Biennale of the Nations, Venice (2018)
● First-place awards at the Biennale of MeArt Paradisiac Reality and PUBLIC
Beyond her personal achievements, Semadar has played a vital role in the international arts community. She has been an esteemed member of Canadian Heritage and American Heritage abroad since 2010 and 2011, respectively, and holds memberships with prestigious organizations such as Gemlucart in Monte Carlo, SdAi Société des Artistes Indépendants in Paris, and Bridgeman Studio Artist in London.
She speaks of her work, “My artistic pursuit serves to present the viewer with a profound revelation that the realm of art transcends the mere application of pigment to canvas. The artwork opens a window to a world and captures the quintessential essence of earth’s most exquisite paradisiacal gardens, thereby bridging the perceived dichotomy between the tangible and the intangible. The observer is transported into an immersive world characterized by profound peace and aesthetic beauty.”
Through her relentless innovation, international acclaim, and commitment to the arts, Semadar continues to redefine the boundaries of artistic expression, leaving an enduring mark on the global art world.
You can learn more about Semadar’s work by visiting her website at www.santinasemadarpanetta.com
The exhibition will be on display with all works available for purchase at Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. 543 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022 location. Exhibition hours are Mondays – Thursdays: 10 AM – 6 PM; Fridays: 10 AM – 3 PM; Saturdays: Closed; Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM and by appointment.
For those interested in checking out the exhibition outside of open hours, appointments can be scheduled by calling 212-593-2800 or email: info@carltonfa.com. Visit hcp://carltonfa.com/ , for more information.
ABOUT CARLTON FINE ARTS:
Carlton Fine Arts locations are nestled on Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue in the Upper East Side of New York City showcasing the highest quality Pop Art and Modern Masters from across the world in their five-level flagship gallery. Gaining their start in 1969, Carlton Fine Arts is a family owned and operated business.Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. is located at 543 Madison Ave and 689 Fifth Ave in New York, NY. Exhibition hours are Mondays – Thursdays: 10 AM – 6 PM; Fridays: 10 AM – 3 PM; Saturdays: Closed; Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM and by appointment. For more information visit http://carltonfa.com/ or @carltonfinearts.
