Laurie Smith's painting "Desires (Timothy)" envelops the viewer in a play of dark and earthy tones, with dynamic brushstrokes forming overlapping green leaves that partially obscure the face of a person in the background. The interplay of natural elements and human features suggests a complex narrative of identity and introspection. The style is expressive, with a textured surface lending depth and emotion. Drawing on themes of camouflage and self-discovery, Smith's work invites reflection on the tension between visibility and invisibility in personal and social contexts. ...
The gallery was founded in October 2023 with a space on the first floor of 1A Old Nichol Street, a former industrial building around the corner from Arnold Circus, East London. The gallery´s focus is to present ambitious exhibitions of emerging and mid-career artists, many of
whom have not yet been exhibited in the UK, alongside a program of live events related to the exhibitions, and artists publications. Ilenia is a member of the Gallery Climate Coalition. ...
