Gallery Exhibition
Reception: 2/12/08, 6-9 pm
Exhibitoin: February 8 - March 8
We are launching a new series of exhibitions for 2008: Paralleled. This thought-provoking series of exhibitions is designed to juxtapose a variety of artistic concepts and expressions that will allow the viewer a richer understanding of both by comparison. The objective is to promote dialogue that explores and celebrates the relationships between things as if regarded side by side.
The first in the series: Amorphous Abstraction and Socially Conscious Artwork opens to the public on February 8th, 2008. A reception for the artists is on Tuesday, February 12th from 6 pm until 9 pm.
Gallery Talk Schedule
Friday, February 8, 11:00 – 12:00
Scott Johnson & Homare Ikeda
Wednesday, February 13, 12:00 – 1:30
Scott Chamberlin & Richard Notkin
Thursday, February 21, 11:00 -12:00
John McEnroe & Yumi Roth
*all gallery talks are held in the Philip J. Steele Gallery
The West Gallery showcases amorphous abstract work which challenges the viewer with the dialogue of the abstract. Abstract works include ceramic sculptures by Scott Chamberlin, oil paintings by Homare Ikeda, and sculptures made with pantyhose by John McEnroe. The works in the West Gallery were selected for their ability to inspire a conceptual dialogue that encourages the viewer to draw their own associations and conclusions.
The East Gallery showcases socially conscious works that reflect on current issues that shape contemporary culture. Showcased work of this genre includes Richard Notkin’s tile works, Yumi Roth’s barrier pieces, Scott Johnson’s high definition video installation, and Jess Larson’s hand made girdles. The works in the East Gallery were selected for the poignant messages that the artists convey to the viewer through their imagery.
Paralleled: Amorphous Abstraction and Socially Conscious Artwork is an exhibition that celebrates the many different ways, both in media and imagery, that artists express their conceptual voices through their work.
In the Press
Unless otherwise noted all gallery events are open to the public
free of charge.