Rye’s work encourages us to be active in our looking, to become conscious that perception is not passive, to realize that we actually construct what we see.
Both Prévost’ and Dembo’s work have a relationship with movement. Dembo shows the swinging of clothes in dance, while Prévost depicts the movement of ink in water.
We may be faced with a move in the future to another nearby location so I hope that works smoothly and that we continue to present a space that welcomes people, helps artists and enriches the community.
While the exhibit is a chance to celebrate all Gallery 1313 has accomplished in the past 25, the artworks also provide a glimpse into an exciting future for the gallery.
The artists have deeply thought about objects’ origins, how objects are used in politics and activism, and their connections to the greater material culture.
This exhibition reminds us how women artists have come a long way to freely create in their own studio and there are still more potential and possibilities await.
KUDOS VIII – kick-starts the New Year with an exhibition celebrating the generous support, dedication, and commitment of the SSC Executive Board and Volunteers.