(In)Between: Contemporary Interpretations of Vanitas at Wexler Gallery
Images: (Left to right, top to bottom) Anne Siems, Tim Tate, Dirk Staschke, Adelaide Paul, Randall Sellers, Joe Boruchow, & Damian Hirst
WEXLER GALLERY
May 2 – June 28, 2008
PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery is proud to present (In)Between; a group show curated by Sienna Freeman, Associate Director of the Wexler Gallery. The exhibition is based loosely on the idea of Vanitas- 16th century Dutch still-life paintings that celebrate life’s pains and pleasures while meditating on their inevitable loss. Featured artists include Damien Hirst, Randall Sellers, Adelaide Paul, Tim Tate, Anne Siems, Dirk Staschke and Joe Boruchow. The show will run from May 2nd through June 28th, 2008. *An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, May 2nd from 5-8pm.
Working in two and three dimensions, these seven artists investigate the transitory nature of life and the contemporary human experience. Although their mediums and experiences in the art world are diverse, these artists are linked by a certain uncanny quality possessed by their work. Often illustrated with imagery revolving around the passage of time, nature, and earthly belongings, this quality begs the viewer to consider their own mortality and question their perception of reality.
The Wexler Gallery is located at 201 North Third Street in the historical district of Old City Philadelphia. We invite you to visit our gallery or explore our website at www.wexlergallery.com. For high resolution images or additional information, please contact Sienna@wexlergallery.com or call (215) 923-7030.