NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will showcase the innovative work of Iftah Geva in the "Elemental Realms" exhibition. The event kicks off on May 19, 2017, and runs until June 8, 2017, with an opening reception on Thursday, May 25, from 6-8 pm.
Iftah Geva's sculptures are a mesmerizing blend of science and spirituality, defying gravity and engaging viewers in a unique way. His works, featured at Chelsea’s Agora Gallery, utilize advanced materials like carbon fibers to create kinetic pieces that float and interact with their surroundings. The "Elemental Realms" exhibition, running from May 19 to June 8, 2017, offers a deep dive into Geva's visionary art.
Iftah Geva’s sculptures are often described as "lighter than air," a testament to both their visual impact and their intricate construction. His pieces appear to float, defying gravity and engaging dynamically with their environment. "The sculptures I create are kinetic, not stationary," Geva explains. "They can wander in space." This kinetic nature allows his works to reveal new perspectives and meanings when viewed from different angles.
While Geva occasionally uses plywood, his signature material is carbon fiber, commonly employed in the aeronautics and space industries. Carbon fiber is both incredibly strong and lightweight, allowing Geva to create sculptures that possess a robust physical presence while also exuding a transcendent spirituality. His meticulous craftsmanship and scientific knowledge are evident in each piece, which is imbued with a sense of precision and purpose.
The "Elemental Realms" exhibition features a diverse group of artists, each exploring texture in unique ways. The lineup includes:
"Elemental Realms" is a modern exploration of texture, featuring both abstract and figurative works. The exhibition includes purely visual surfaces as well as three-dimensional mixed-media pieces that resemble friezes. Artists experiment with paint in various forms—blotted, thinned, slicked down, and even cracked to create deep shadows. The interplay of colors, whether blending seamlessly or standing in stark contrast, adds another layer of complexity.
One artist combines acrylic with explosions of gold leaf, creating a new sub-genre of painting. Another artist uses thin ropes of paint in endless layers, forming a two-dimensional scaffolding. "Elemental Realms" delves into how texture can convey information, emotion, and environment, offering viewers a rich, sensory experience.
Iftah Geva's work is a fascinating intersection of science and spirituality, offering viewers a unique experience that challenges traditional notions of sculpture. The "Elemental Realms" exhibition at Agora Gallery provides an excellent opportunity to explore these innovative works and the broader context of contemporary art.
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