Eclosion from my Baroque series was selected for the Essence exhibit at the Athenaeum Gallery, Alexandria, VA.
This exhibition showcased the diverse ways in which DMV artists have captured a person’s (or persons’) essence—the physical and intangible characteristics that define us.
I was honored to be part of this highly competitive exhibit among the 50 artists selected from almost 500 submissions.
About Eclosion:
One of my Braoque series, I created this painting to explore the concept of emergence amidst falling. The figure within it represents a state of transition. Forms extending from the figure’s back suggest a development, a breaking free. I positioned the figure in a recline, a posture often associated with rest or contemplation, but here, it indicates the moment of change itself.
The environment around the figure is constructed with geometric planes and lines. I used these elements to define the space and provide a structure that both contains and allows for the unfolding event. The color variations within these planes and on the emerging forms indicate shifts in light and atmosphere. Through this work, I aimed to present a visual representation of the internal and external processes involved in a significant transformation.
Details
Start Date: July 3, 2025End Date: August 10, 2025
Cost: Free
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