NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will showcase the original works of Cristina Prieto Crespi in the exhibition "Portal to Enigma." The event kicks off on April 25, 2017, and runs through May 16, 2017, with an opening reception on Thursday, April 27, from 6-8 pm.
Cristina Prieto Crespi's oil paintings are a testament to the nuanced art of abstraction. Unlike many contemporary artists, Crespi delves into the minutiae, exploring the myriad variations a single detail can possess. Her approach simplifies and flattens forms just enough to offer an uncanny yet recognizable view of real-world objects, avoiding the extremes of unrecognizability. This method allows viewers to appreciate a slightly tilted perspective without being overwhelmed.
Crespi's primary subjects are elements of nature—single blossoms, wind currents, tree branches—and human figures captured in quiet, intimate moments. Her compositions are often built around a single body or shape, framed simply yet effectively. The colors she employs are vibrant but remain true to the natural world, presenting a series of brilliant contrasts that captivate the viewer.
Born in Madrid, Spain, Cristina Prieto Crespi has become a prominent figure in the city's art scene, winning numerous awards. Her works are featured in several notable Madrid-based collections, further cementing her status as a significant contemporary artist.
Agora Gallery is thrilled to present "Portal to Enigma," a group exhibition that delves into the realms of extreme abstraction and non-representational art. As the title suggests, the show is about uncovering meaning within compositions that may appear obscure or elusive. The exhibition highlights the non-literal aspects of visual art: texture, color, form, and spatial arrangement. "Portal to Enigma" offers a unique survey of the latest trends in abstraction.
The exhibition features eight artists who explore various themes:
These artists are among the most dynamic and inquisitive abstract artists working today, pushing the boundaries of what abstraction can achieve.
By exploring the subtle nuances of abstraction, Cristina Prieto Crespi and her fellow artists in "Portal to Enigma" offer viewers a fresh, invigorating perspective on the possibilities of visual art.
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