Glenn Goldberg explores structure, pattern, and the subtle energies of nature through luminous and meditative compositions. His work emphasizes intricate stippling, delicate brushwork, and layered textures, creating surfaces that evoke depth, light, and quiet reflection. Goldberg’s approach balances meticulous technique with intuitive exploration, often producing works that feel simultaneously ordered and organic. His paintings investigate the interplay between form, color, and rhythm, revealing hidden patterns and harmonies that encourage viewers to engage contemplatively with the material and conceptual aspects of his work. Through his sustained focus on the subtleties of perception, Goldberg’s art offers a space for introspection, highlighting the delicate interplay of light, texture, and form while emphasizing the experiential and sensory dimensions of painting. ...
The Approach is co-directed by Jake Miller and Emma Robertson. Located in Bethnal Green above The Approach Tavern, for over twenty years it has operated an internationally recognised programme from its East London base. The gallery is known for discovering artists and establishing their careers as well as making inter-generational curated group shows a strong focus. The list of represented artists includes the Estates of important overlooked female artists Heidi Bucher and Maria Pinińska Bereś, as well as seminal British collage artist John Stezaker, together with established and emerging artists including Magali Reus, Peter Davies, Lisa Oppenheim, Sandra Mujinga, Pam Evelyn, Sara Cwynar, Sam Windett and Caitlin Keogh. Over the years the gallery has operated parallel programmes in additional gallery spaces in London’s West End (The Approach W1) and in Shoreditch (The Reliance). The gallery is currently based solely in its original East End location and continues to expand its programme, showcasing its represented artists in the main gallery space, and both represented and non-represented artists in The Annexe, a smaller, more experimental space at the back of the building. ...
