NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will showcase the original works of Newfane artist David J. Marchi in the exhibition "Divergent Realities." The event will commence on November 8, 2016, and run through November 30, 2016, with an opening reception on Thursday, November 10, from 6-8 PM.
David J. Marchi is renowned for his dynamic acrylic abstracts that exude passion and unpredictability. His works are a harmonious blend of vibrant gradients and bold graphic designs. Marchi's art often juxtaposes clashing elements—be it colors, patterns, or lines—creating a visual feast that is both chaotic and controlled. His brushstrokes are free-form, yet his shapes maintain a strict integrity of edge and form, exemplifying energy harnessed into art.
Marchi's creative process is governed by three core principles: color, texture, and pattern. He masterfully navigates the contrasts within these elements, transforming a single painting from smooth to streaked, squared to rounded, and shimmering crimson to the deepest blue. Each piece is a complex interplay of visual frequencies, meticulously organized to ensure no shade is left out and the composition remains robust. Once he commits to a graphic pattern, he fills the canvas with a thoroughness that is both satisfying and awe-inspiring.
Born in Wallingford, Connecticut, Marchi now divides his time between New York City and Newfane, Vermont. His works are widely collected, including by celebrities and avid collectors of abstract art. His unique approach and dedication to his craft have earned him a significant place in the contemporary art scene.
Agora Gallery is thrilled to present "Divergent Realities," a vibrant group exhibition featuring six artists with distinct styles. The exhibition includes three abstract artists: one who builds thick physical surfaces with paint, another who uses texture to create trompe-l'oeil images, and a third who employs patterns to generate three-dimensional effects. These artists challenge the boundaries between the picture plane and the viewer's space.
Additionally, the exhibition features a watercolor painter who captures life's small details in delicate, monochromatic portrayals, a landscape artist who depicts nature through dynamic, color-blocked patterns, and a pencil artist whose realistic works mirror our world while representing deeply personal experiences. Together, these artists create a visual universe filled with unique rules, possibilities, and impossibilities. Their diverse aesthetics are most striking when juxtaposed, highlighting each artist's unique perspective.
By bringing together such a diverse group of artists, "Divergent Realities" offers a unique opportunity to explore the myriad ways in which art can interpret and transform our perception of the world.
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