NEW YORK, NY, January 15, 2012
/24-7PressRelease/ -- Canadian artist Patrick Mason paints landscapes and still lifes in a stunning and evocative impressionist style that cradles rich and often very subtle colors in delicately swaying lines. He cites both Van Gogh and Canada's Group of Seven as major influences, though his sensibility remains far more intriguing than a simple meeting of the Old and New worlds. Working with oil on Masonite lends his materials a roughness which is softened by his sensitive style of application. He alternates larger paint daubs and small, short brushstrokes to create exquisitely textured images of landscapes both verdant and snowy, and still lifes of incredible formal dexterity.
In addition to his adaptable brush, Mason's ability to create variety while maintaining his signature aesthetic attests to a great appreciation of nature. A lover of Canada's stunning national parks since his youth, the artist still often paints outside, which comes across both in the dramatic vastness of his landscapes and the studied precision of the details.
Exhibition Dates: January 17, 2012 - February 7, 2012
Reception: Thursday, January 19, 2012, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th St, New York City
Gallery Hours: Tues - Sat, 11a.m. - 6 p.m.
Event URL: http://www.agora-gallery.com/artistpage/Patrick_Mason.aspx
About the Exhibition:
Agora Gallery dives into the New Year with three exhibitions which explore the rich potential revealed through the creative power of art. Figuratively Speaking investigates the varying sources of inspiration that motivate and direct artists in their imaginative process. Combining a reflection on the most esoteric levels of experience with an understanding of the innately physical nature of the world, these works display a sensitive and emotive comprehension of what it means to be human. The art in Portal to Enigma looks to the hidden secrets and mysteries that help to define existence as we know it, approaching these intriguing topics from a variety of intelligent and innovative perspectives. The result is appealing, thought-provoking and ultimately represents a call to alter the way we view the world and each other. The artists of Degrees of Abstraction concentrate on encapsulating the essence of what they see and sharing their unique viewpoint with their audience. Focusing on form, shape and color in their determination to portray their personal vision, they achieve the ability to construct their message in universal terms as well. The exhibitions will open on January 17, 2012 and run until February 7, 2012. The opening reception will take place on Thursday January 19, 2012 at 6-8 PM. Entrance is free and all art enthusiasts are encouraged to attend.
Featured Artists:
Figuratively Speaking
Jim Cobb | Nancy De Boni | Lane M. Duncan | Pat Gastreich | Eliza Gomez | Gwen Graham | Patrick Mason | Coco Mobuli | Trevin Prince | Shyamala Rao | Mark Salevitz | Carmen Sotuela
Degrees of Abstraction
Sevega Adriano | Lawrence R. Armstrong | Brigitte Balbinot | Christian Bundegaard | Carmen Egea | Yuri Elperin | Ivana Kosanovic | Deva Lei | Marianna Merler | Marjolijn Oude Vrielink | Andreas Strobel
Portal to Enigma
Mauricio Cadavid | Roula Chreim | Rodolfo Cuesta | Jacques Desgagnés | Debra Fitzsimmons | Ignacio Hábrika | Kiko Sobrino | Jesús Uclés | Zae Ulrich | Aleksandra Vavilova
Established in 1984, Agora Gallery is dedicated to the promotion of national and international contemporary artists. The Gallery caters to the taste and trends of the sophisticated New York art market and the Gallery's discerning worldwide collector base. The Gallery's wide client-base includes private collectors, art consultants, corporate art consultants, architects and interior designers as well as business, government, diplomatic and social VIPs. Agora Gallery offers the client an extraordinary opportunity to acquire some of the most carefully curated art in the contemporary, global art market.
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