October seventh – twenty eighth, 2023

We’re delighted to introduce Uncommon Circumstances, a particular solo exhibition by the gifted Brooklyn-based artist, Travis Louie, [Previous Coverage here] marking his inaugural solo showcase with Harman Initiatives.

Delving into Travis Louie’s artwork is like moving into an alternate dimension, a mix of the historic and the fantastical. His topics, whether or not human, animal, or someplace in between, are dressed within the waistcoats and excessive neck bodices harking back to the Victorian and Edwardian eras. With a discerning eye, Louie integrates classic type framing and attracts upon the aesthetics of early portrait pictures in each paint and graphite, transporting viewers to a world that seems acquainted however reveals its uncanny nature upon deeper commentary.

Supplementing his surreal portraiture, Louie enriches every bit with meticulously crafted narratives, penned by the artist himself. Whereas the art work ignites a flurry of questions on its topic and the universe they inhabit, the accompanying tales take viewers on a profound journey, inviting them to interact extra intimately with every creation.

A theme underlying Louie’s work touches on prejudice and the immigrant expertise. Via his artwork, he advocates for changing worry of “the opposite” with a real curiosity for the unknown and a deep-seated respect for the varied. One among his notable items, The Discovery of the Hand, depicts a younger boy holding the big severed hand of a person ousted by livid villagers. Right here, Louie ruminates on the mob mentality, emphasizing that recognizing our commonalities with these past our quick communities can result in a extra compassionate world.

Be part of Us for the Grand Opening

We warmly invite you to the opening reception of Uncommon Circumstances on Saturday, October seventh at 210 Rivington Avenue, New York, NY, from 6pm to 8pm. Travis Louie will grace the occasion, and company can get pleasure from gentle refreshments. Moreover, don’t miss the possibility to accumulate a replica of the artist’s current restricted version print, Miss Eunice and her Hat Gremlin, obtainable solely on the gallery.

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WHERE:
Harman Initiatives
210 Rivington Avenue
New York, NY 10002

WHEN:
Opening Evening Reception:
Saturday, October seventh 2023
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Exhibition On View:
October seventh – twenty eighth, 2023

About Harman Initiatives

Harman Initiatives was based in 2022 by curator and gallerist Ken Harman. Our objective is to supply an inclusive and welcoming surroundings to foster a neighborhood of likeminded artists, collectors, and artwork lovers in New York Metropolis and past.
Our focus at Harman Initiatives lies primarily within the New Modern style, encompassing historic actions comparable to New York Metropolis graffiti and SoCal pop- surrealism in addition to up to date colleges of artwork comparable to Bay Space abstracted realism, worldwide muralism and Japanese-inspired SuperFlat.

About Travis Louis

Travis Louie’s work come from the tiny little drawings and lots of writings in his journals. He has created his personal imaginary world that’s grounded in Victorian and Edwardian occasions.
It’s inhabited by human oddities, legendary beings, and otherworldly characters who seem to have had their formal portraits taken to mark their existence. His work is about identification and remembrance, with a veiled commentary on racism and the immigrant expertise. He would love the worry of “the opposite” to get replaced with a curiosity concerning the
unknown and a way of surprise concerning these issues which might be unfamiliar.