NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will showcase the original works of Bobbie See in the "Contemporary Perspectives" exhibition. The event kicks off on April 1, 2017, and runs until April 21, 2017, with an opening reception on Thursday, April 6, from 6-8 pm.
For Bobbie See, painting is a voyage of discovery. Over her 30-year career, See has masterfully blended various styles and media to create a body of work that vividly brings the beauty and power of nature to life. Her paintings capture the intricate textures of forests—from delicate leaves to rugged bark—while also exploring patterns that possess their own unique presence. Her work is a harmonious blend of realism and abstraction, focusing on line and color as independent elements.
Working primarily with oils and acrylics, See is acutely aware of the unique qualities each medium offers. "I love the blending capabilities of oil paint, but I appreciate the forgiving nature of acrylics," she explains. Her recent works, predominantly in acrylics, leverage the medium's clarity of tone and texture to enhance the physical presence of each tree she depicts. The precise lines and arcs in her compositions result in vivid portrayals of the natural world, as well as striking representations of a more abstract, internal universe.
The "Contemporary Perspectives" exhibition will feature the works of:
Agora Gallery is delighted to present "Contemporary Perspectives," a collective exhibition that highlights the ongoing dialogue between the past and present. This exhibition brings together a select group of artists who approach classic subject matter with a fresh perspective. Their works echo art history while being entirely forward-thinking.
Half of the six featured artists work in oil. One artist depicts romantic landscapes as a series of highly stylized, streamlined patterns. Another paints florals with a hyperrealistic touch on irregular canvases. A third artist creates portraits that resemble traditional reverential busts but with saturated colors and animated body language, focusing on women of color—a historically overlooked group.
Two artists work in acrylics: one creates dramatic visions of entirely imaginary forests, while the other places realistic figures in foggy, abstracted landscapes. The final artist uses ink and mixed media to craft meticulous botanicals that recall both scientific catalogues and the watercolor works of nineteenth-century leisure painters.
Bobbie See's work is a testament to the enduring power of nature and abstraction in art. Her ability to blend realism with abstract elements creates a unique visual experience that captivates and inspires. The "Contemporary Perspectives" exhibition at Agora Gallery offers a rare opportunity to witness the evolution of contemporary art through the eyes of talented artists like See.
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