Via Boley

It can be difficult to revisit a painting that was created in the past. There are so many things that have changed since then — new techniques, a different mind, new fears & taste buds. Even so, this felt like the perfect piece to do that with. Looking at both (on the last slide) I can see how my confidence has grown. The subject in the new piece is unwavering. Although she gazes away from the viewer it is an act of defiance. She is choosing to do so — not out of shame but from something else.

If you missed it: This was the result of my live painting event at Unchained Art Gallery. The piece will be up at the Gallery for a limited time, so definitely go check it out.

Untitled for now, 50 inches by 36 inches, Mixed media on reflective canvas

I’m not lying when I say that this is something you won’t want to miss. The Austin Studio Tour is a once a year event where visitors can go inside of artists studios around austin and meet one-on-one. Visitors can buy directly from the artist, meet other likeminded people, or just enjoy the creative energy this event brings!

So in short — come visit my studio, and the rest of the artists at Splinter! See you soon 🤭

“Impermanent:”
40 x 30 inches
acrylic mixed media on reflective material

This piece is up for viewing at .art.gallery in downtown Austin! Come check it out at my next event on the 30th — more details to come

This piece features painted depictions of curved chrome surfaces on reflective vinyl. The sweeping, organic shapes suggest movement and transformation, in contrast to the rigid verticality of previous works. These mirrored forms bend and warp, resulting in a dynamic, shifting presence that invites quiet confrontation. As the viewer searches the surface, they find themselves embedded within it — along the sides and cracked into the surface.
This is the inverted version of it’s twin, ‘Withholding’. Although the two pieces were developed from the same image they are very different. Because of its light color composition, ‘Impermanent:’ is more hopeful than it’s twin. It was created to feel like a fleeting moment, maybe one that defines your identity, regardless of its temporary quality.

Mementos
30in x 20in
Acrylic Mixed Media on Reflective window film

This piece will be up for viewing this Thursday from 5-8pm at Unchained.art gallery downtown! It was such a joy to create — I can’t wait for you all to see it and the rest of my pieces in person.

“Pieces of me hidden away”
Soon to be on view at .art.gallery for the show, Between Us, at their new W7th Location downtown!
I have been putting in so much work for this show and I truly believe that it is some of my best pieces yet. So come on by on the 23rd of October for the grand opening ❤️

We are thrilled to open our new downtown Austin space with between us — a duet exhibition featuring Danish collage artist Ditte Sorensen and Austin painter Via Boley.

between us opens October 23 at 311 West 7th Street, marking a new chapter for Unchained. Art Contemporary. We can’t wait to welcome you in.

“Locket” 30 inches by 20 inches, Mixed Media Painting

As many of you know, this summer has been a tough one. This piece is titled Locket, inspired by my grandmother. It is my take on a jewelry box, one that is guarded, with sharp edges yet soft pillowy curves. In the far right corner is a portrait of a girl that has been cut away to reveal the ‘locket’ underneath.

I will be making a video this coming week about the deeper meaning of the piece (plus some of my fav parts of it!)

So stayed tuned 😉

I am so happy to share with you all ‘Intrusive Assembly’ One of many pieces in my newest series.

This piece features painted depictions of curved chrome surfaces on reflective vinyl, resulting in a fluid, luminous composition. Vertical structures rise through the piece, evoking abstracted figures in formation. Their upright, imposing posture conveys a sense of scrutiny—an assembly that feels both present and uninvited. This tension between viewer and “figures” inspired the title, Intrusive Assembly.

Hope you like it!

Are you all excited for the new series yet?
I know I have been teasing you a bit while I put the final touches on everything 🤭