ONE OF THE BEST ARTISTS IN JACKSONVILLE! YOU MUST SEE THIS SHOW!
WHAT:
“Sequence Variations”, New Work by Mark Estlund (Inaugural show at new space) WHERE:
nullspace gallery, 109 E Bay St.WHEN: Exhibit duration: May 7th through June 3rd
Opening Reception: Friday, May 6th from 6pm-10pm Also on view for June Art Walk: June 1st, 5-9pm
Open Hours: By Appointment Only
COST: FreeDETAILS:
nullspace gallery is pleased to present
”Sequence Variations”, an installation of new sculpture by Mark Estlund.
Estlund makes intricate and uncanny assemblages that include intimate space where the viewer can look into another world. The artist says, “Elements are used to create scenes, suggesting to the viewer that the substance and beauty in life can only be found by looking beyond the simple exterior.” In addition, two bands will play during the opening reception, Roger Whitcher and friends and Canary in the Coal Mine.
Artist statement-
I make art in an effort to understand existence and the complexities of life. My work is how I connect with the world and find a route to communicate. Through my work I try to express to the viewer that humans are trying to manipulate the inevitability of the life and death cycle and the most basic elements of nature. I feel that fear of reality and nature has pushed many people to shelter themselves in such a way that they no longer see the truly beautiful aspects of life.
The artwork I make is constructed from a wide variety of materials. The pieces incorporate gutted antiques, and the exteriors are manipulated to give a sense of familiarity that is hard to place. Lighting and lenses reveal an interior environment that seems to be from another world. For the interiors, copper, fur, watch parts, insects, mirrors, prisms, paint, collage, and other elements are used to create scenes, suggesting to the viewer that the substance and beauty in life can only be found by looking beyond the simple exterior.
Everyone, come on out to the new space. It’s going to be an incredible show!
Jefree Shalev
nullspace gallery
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