NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will showcase the original works of Saskia Weishut-Snapper in the exhibition "Unbound Perspectives." The event kicks off on June 10, 2017, and runs through June 30, 2017, with an opening reception on Thursday, June 15, from 6-8 pm.
Saskia Weishut-Snapper, a Dutch artist renowned for her textile artistry, creates mixed media pieces that blur the lines between painting and quilting. Her works are characterized by a unique interplay of abstract space and realism, utilizing a natural color palette to unify each piece. The fabric in her art introduces a variety of textures, transforming them into distinct objects within each scene. The mark-making in her work ranges from meticulously arranged blocks of rectangular fabric to intricately cut shapes and figures.
Weishut-Snapper's technique involves a patchwork approach, balancing muted hues with bursts of saturated color and shimmering thread. Lines of thread not only piece together each image but also segment areas, adding detail and clarity to the compositions. Her subjects range from textile landscapes to fantastical buildings, creating whimsical explorations of her creative impulses.
Saskia Weishut-Snapper was born and raised in Bergen, a village in the North of Holland known for its vibrant art colony. Her parents were active members of this community, which significantly influenced her artistic journey. She turned to textile arts in 1970, exploring themes of rhythm, ambiance, and her Jewish heritage in her work.
The "Unbound Perspectives" exhibition will also feature works from a diverse group of artists, including:
"Unbound Perspectives" is a group exhibition that spans various mediums, including painting, photography, drawing, and wood. The show juxtaposes Japanese experiments with abstract textures in ink against Mexican hyperrealistic oil portraits. It features fantastical manipulations of the female body in wood from Armenia and Indian contemplations of the infinite in acrylic. This diverse collection challenges viewers to discern commonalities and differences, offering a comprehensive survey of contemporary art.
Saskia Weishut-Snapper’s work in "Unbound Perspectives" offers a unique blend of painting and quilting, creating a rich tapestry of textures and colors. Her background and influences add depth to her art, making this exhibition a must-see for anyone interested in contemporary textile art. The "Unbound Perspectives" exhibition at Agora Gallery promises to be an enlightening experience, showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions.
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