HARLAN HOUSE, EE-I-EE-I-O (two views), 2011, mixed media, 40 X 22 7/8 X 13 3/4 in.
August 18 – September 25, 2011
Opening: on Saturday, September 10th, 2-5pm
DAVID KAYE GALLERY
1092 Queen Street West
(entrance on Dovercourt)
Toronto, ON M6J 1H9
416.532.9075
www.davidkayegallery.com
Hours: Mon., Tue. by appointment
Wed. – Fri. 11:00 – 6:00; Sat., Sun. <11:00 – 5:00
NOTE: Gallery closed August 28 – September 6
This exhibition of new work by Harlan House is the culmination of his two years of research (facilitated by a Canada Council grant) studying large-scale ceramic production – a particular specialty of the Sèvres porcelain factory in France. Combining his first love of painting with his expertise in making fine porcelain ceramic objects, Harlan House tackles issues that address the insidious and widespread spread of ubiquitous fast-food products. In addition, he takes to task large discount department stores that have insinuated themselves into the marketplace thereby displacing smaller shopping establishments.
Meet the artist at the exhibition’s opening reception on Saturday, September 10th. Harlan is also giving a lecture at the Gardiner Museum on Friday, September 23rd. (West Gallery)