March 6 - March 30, 2025
The RePurpose of Life
Art & Soul is thrilled to present The RePurpose of Life, a solo exhibition by visionary artist Talia Van-Son.
The RePurpose of Life is an expression of the power of reinvention. Van-Son’s art is full of possibility and playfulness. Attuned to the magic of serendipity, she finds beauty in vintage and overlooked objects, transforming them into something new and extraordinary.
Opening just ahead of International Women’s Day, The RePurpose of Life also reminds us that transformation lies at the heart of both art and life. Van-Son’s work reflects the fearless creativity that has long driven women to reimagine, rebuild and reshape the world around them.
From the vibrant streets of Tel Aviv to the cultural landscapes of New York and Los Angeles, artist and creative producer Van-Son life is one of bold self-expression and reinvention. Her work on display at Art & Soul reflects an unstoppable childlike curiosity. It is engaging, thought-provoking, by turns whimsical and glamorous and — always — utterly original.
“This show, this art of mine, is really personal and it’s raw,” she says, “drawing on a journey that has not always been the easiest way. But — without sounding too Sinatra-like — it’s my way. I’m no good at roadmaps. I go by intuition.”
Van-Son’s use of repurposed materials comes from a deep, powerful place. “At its core, my work is about freedom,” she says. “It’s a testament to the resilience of creativity, the ability to see beyond the expected, and the joy of making something entirely new. My art allows me to go to a place where imagination knows no boundaries, and where the past finds new meaning. For me, every creation is an act of love for life itself."
A portion of the proceeds from this exhibition will benefit AHA! Santa Barbara. AHA! gives teens tools to access their natural creativity, empowering them to feel safe, seen and emotionally connected.
On View March 6th - March 30th
IN THE ARTS DISTRICT - 1323 State Street
April 3 - April 27, 2025
The Tea Papers
Join us at Art & Soul for an immersive journey through Mick Victor’s evocative and layered works, as he explores the intersection of materials, textures, and form, creating dynamic compositions that transcend their individual elements. Working intuitively with oils, acrylics, paper, canvas, charcoal, photography, and found objects, Mick sees these tools not as singular mediums but as an evolving dialogue—one that shapes the narrative of each piece in unexpected ways. This exhibition showcases The Tea Papers, a series of fine art images using flower fragments, oil pastels, pencils and the delicate papers of steeped tea bags.
Guided by a deep appreciation for color, texture, and spatial relationships, Mick allows the artwork to find its own voice, placing elements where they seem to demand to be. Whether drawing inspiration from vast blue skies, the bold geometry of architecture, the organic chaos of nature, or fleeting moments of beauty in everyday life, his process is one of discovery—an ongoing conversation with the world as it continuously composes itself around us.
Mick’s work in art and design is firmly rooted in his multi-disciplinary approach. From his earlier professional work in graphics, to photography to mixed media and design, he has always insisted on looking beyond common standards of process and production, believing instead most creative works can be infused with more life, truth and impact if they are allowed to freely evolve through different resources and work stages.
On View April 3rd - April 27th
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 3rd
Artist Talk: Friday, April 25th
IN THE ARTS DISTRICT - 1323 State Street
