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Bonnie Randall Boller: A Celebration of the Artist and Her Work

Exhibit  January 24 – March 21, opening reception February 6

The K Gallery at Rhythmix Cultural Works presents “Bonnie Randall Boller: A Celebration of the Artist and Her Work,” January 24. A native of Alameda and a visionary artist, Boller’s creative journey spanned over 40 years, weaving together the realms of encaustic painting, pottery, printmaking, and mixed media.

Alameda Post - artwork by Bonnie Randall Boller.

Her artistic philosophy was simple yet profound: “Art is about the process, more than the finished product.” Throughout her career, Boller’s work evolved, shifting from the tactile world of ceramics to the more delicate, pictorial expressions found in printmaking, clay monotype, encaustic painting, and encaustic monoprints.

Boller’s art was defined by a unique, almost intimate, perspective and ability to capture the world as if viewed through a magnifying glass. This intimate gaze, coupled with a masterful use of color and simplicity of form, created compositions that were both striking and evocative. The complexity of her pieces was woven with a quiet allure, offering a depth that invited viewers to look beyond the surface.



Alameda Post - artwork byBonnie Randall Boller.
Artwork by Bonnie Randall Boller. Images courtesy Rhythmix Cultural Works.

Boller was not only a prolific artist but also a dedicated educator and leader in the Alameda arts community. She taught ceramics at the Mastick Senior Center and held leadership roles in several regional art organizations, serving as president of both the Island Alliance of the Arts and Alameda Women Artists. Boller was an active member of the California Society of Printmakers and the Association of Clay and Glass Artists (ACGA). Her lifelong commitment to both her craft and her community inspired and enriched the artistic landscape of the Bay Area.

An opening reception will be held on Thursday, February 6, 6 to 8 p.m., at Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Avenue. The event is free, please RSVP online. See Bonnie Boller’s work online at her Bonnie Clay Art website and on Instagram.

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