This sculptural work features a black, irregularly-shaped form with a cracked, textured surface, revealing an iridescent, multicolored interior. The composition is visually striking, with the dark exterior contrasting sharply with the vibrant, almost gemstone-like core. The artist's use of materials and techniques creates a sense of tension, hinting at the idea of hidden depths or concealed beauty. This piece may explore themes of duality, the relationship between surface and substance, or the juxtaposition of the organic and the manufactured. The artist's unique artistic vision and craftsmanship are evident in this captivating contemporary sculpture. ...
Multidisciplinary artist Patrick Jackson predominantly works with sculpture, crafting both distinct objects and expansive installations. He alters the ambiance of museums or galleries to summon alternative, unsettling environments, thus inviting psychoanalytic interpretations. His work intensely interacts with the tangible aspects of objects and architecture, scrutinizing their spatial correlations and the dynamics of audience interaction and navigation within the exhibition space. His diverse environments radiate a cinematic charm, resembling a stilled narrative. Jackson has consistently presented site-specific projects within his home in Los Angeles, transforming his personal living area into a realm of artistic exploration. Beyond visual arts, literary and theoretical elements critically inform his work, reflecting his comprehensive cultural immersion. He embellishes his studio walls with index cards, compiling the linguistic components that fuel his artistic endeavor. This approach assists in the intricate fusion of texts and excerpts, which act both as essential sources and contextual frameworks for his projects.
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Since 2009, François Ghebaly has presented an innovative, eclectic program of Los Angeles-based and international artists. With a history of identifying and championing diverse voices and emerging talent, the gallery’s roster has grown to include 27 artists and 2 artist estates, ranging from early career, such as Sharif Farrag and Ludovic Nkoth, to mid-career, like Christine Sun Kim, Meriem Bennani, Kelly Akashi, Farah Al Qasimi, and Genesis Belanger, to well established, including Sayre Gomez, Kathleen Ryan, Neïl Beloufa and Candice Lin as well as underground legends, like Patrick Jackson and Mike Kuchar. The gallery advances the reach of its artists’ visions by publishing exhibition catalogues and producing artist editions. Located since 2013 in a 12,000 square foot warehouse space in Downtown Los Angeles, the gallery is a mainstay of the burgeoning Arts District community, and recently expanded to New York's Lower East Side. François Ghebaly’s program demonstrates a commitment to challenging work across all media and to fostering the progressive, boundary-pushing practices of its artists. ...
