Consumerism & Product #1
Need I say that Gallery Revisited is pleased to announce our first concept show of the year!?
Featuring the work of Katy Bowen & YaYaChou.
March 25th
6pm - 10pm
thru April 22....Show concept here:
Both artists are presently working with the premise of “Consumerism & Product”, each on literal & conceptual views. Working within the constructs of design on a consumer level, they are addressing the socio-economic ironies of their subject matter or motivations. They are using materials commonly found within the home craft market in conjunction with high art painting or sculpture values to create a dichotomy that is timely.
In circa 1917 Russia, the Constructivist Manifesto was written to explain the process of “constructing art”. During an era of new technology, new art was about the simple breakdowns of line, shape & color into geometric shapes & abstracted parts reassembled. Motivated by color theory & pattern, the Constructivists placed & replaced materials to create abstracts of new, fresh, modern design. Pure art faded, in favor of art used for socio-political purposes, for the cause of aesthetic in conjunction with societal needs, whether it was propaganda imposed on the streets, or in costuming for the theatre or for textile & functional design in the home.
Shortly before & after the Constructivists, the United States was in the Post-Victorian age of opulence – where decadent fabrics such as velvets & heavy brocades, floral patterns & exotic animals were a sign of wealth, prosperity & good taste. The parlor became the domestic locale for expression, showing individuals’ status in a private setting where private gatherings were assembled. The various animal skins or taxidermy were on display to show the conquering of man over animal while on pseudo or actual exotic ventures. The work of the lady of the house especially embroidery, showcased her best features, such as creating beautifully embellished fabric decorations, shoulder rests & pillows. Idle hands were intolerable, & sewing dainty stitches were the symbol of refinement & examples of her talents.
Thank You, Leora Lutz.
ugh - due to blogger glitch...i apologize for not being able to upload a katy bowen image (the one here is yaya chou)... hopefully tomorrow - sorry!
Featuring the work of Katy Bowen & YaYaChou.
March 25th
6pm - 10pm
thru April 22....Show concept here:
Both artists are presently working with the premise of “Consumerism & Product”, each on literal & conceptual views. Working within the constructs of design on a consumer level, they are addressing the socio-economic ironies of their subject matter or motivations. They are using materials commonly found within the home craft market in conjunction with high art painting or sculpture values to create a dichotomy that is timely.
In circa 1917 Russia, the Constructivist Manifesto was written to explain the process of “constructing art”. During an era of new technology, new art was about the simple breakdowns of line, shape & color into geometric shapes & abstracted parts reassembled. Motivated by color theory & pattern, the Constructivists placed & replaced materials to create abstracts of new, fresh, modern design. Pure art faded, in favor of art used for socio-political purposes, for the cause of aesthetic in conjunction with societal needs, whether it was propaganda imposed on the streets, or in costuming for the theatre or for textile & functional design in the home.
Shortly before & after the Constructivists, the United States was in the Post-Victorian age of opulence – where decadent fabrics such as velvets & heavy brocades, floral patterns & exotic animals were a sign of wealth, prosperity & good taste. The parlor became the domestic locale for expression, showing individuals’ status in a private setting where private gatherings were assembled. The various animal skins or taxidermy were on display to show the conquering of man over animal while on pseudo or actual exotic ventures. The work of the lady of the house especially embroidery, showcased her best features, such as creating beautifully embellished fabric decorations, shoulder rests & pillows. Idle hands were intolerable, & sewing dainty stitches were the symbol of refinement & examples of her talents.
Thank You, Leora Lutz.
ugh - due to blogger glitch...i apologize for not being able to upload a katy bowen image (the one here is yaya chou)... hopefully tomorrow - sorry!
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