NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery is set to showcase the original works of Vienna-based artist Bekir Smolski in the exhibition "Landscapes of the Mind." The event will run from December 3, 2016, to December 23, 2016, with an opening reception on Thursday, December 8, from 6-8 PM.
Bekir Smolski, a master of oil on canvas, crafts environments that seamlessly blend fantasy and reality. His landscapes are bathed in gentle light, creating serene and glowing images. Smolski’s meticulous brushwork captures the stillness of trees, sand, and ice, freezing them in time. The interplay of weather and light is evident in each piece, leaving textured details on the smoothly painted natural features.
Smolski’s work often takes a surreal turn. In some pieces, stone and wooden structures curve impossibly across the canvas, glowing at their tips. The faceted earth and flora slope through each canvas, working within contained color palettes to create atmospheric scenes. The subjects are emphasized against the subtle natural colors and luminous glow that dominate each piece. In some works, figures are integrated into the rain or mist, while in others, trees stand dark and animated against the subtly dramatic scenes.
Living and working in Vienna, Smolski incorporates his fascination with the ever-changing quality of light into his landscapes. Each smooth transition in the paint draws the viewer further into the experience, inviting exploration. Smolski recently participated in the X Florence Biennale in 2015, showcasing his unique artistic vision on an international stage.
The "Landscapes of the Mind" exhibition at Agora Gallery features a diverse group of artists who present the natural beauty of the earth in unique ways. The featured artists include:
"Landscapes of the Mind: A New World" is a collective exhibition that highlights artists from various geographic backgrounds, including Australia, Puerto Rico, and Germany. These artists represent the earth, sea, and sky through their works. The exhibition features:
This exhibition proves that there will always be something new to say about the wonders of the planet, as long as there are artists who pay attention.
By exploring the works of Bekir Smolski and his contemporaries, visitors to the "Landscapes of the Mind" exhibition will gain a deeper appreciation for the intricate and ever-changing beauty of our world.
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