The Darkest Hour
Dana Blume, Peter Depelchin, Freddie Greis, Ara Ko, Lemaire & Touron, Bu Shi, Dov Talpaz.
October 25 - December 21, 2024
Opening Reception: October 25, 6 - 8
What beauty lies hidden in the allure of darkness? What transformative secrets await in the depths of night? The Darkest Hour captures the enigmatic beauty that emerges in the dim light of a candle or beneath the cover of darkness. This exhibition wraps the viewer in an enchanting embrace, inviting them to step into a different dimension where darkness and light coexist in delicate balance. As visitors navigate the space, they are charmed by the mystique and sensuality of each piece, experiencing a transformative journey that transcends the ordinary. This immersive experience encourages a deeper connection with both the art and oneself, revealing the beauty and complexity that can be found in the shadows.
Rooted in metaphysical exploration, the works on display embody the notion that
the "darkest hour" is not an end, but a necessary phase before the dawn
—a time to renew, to reflect, and ultimately, to rise.
All of the artworks in The Darkest Hour are created with a palette of blacks, blues, browns, and grays. Occasional shimmering materials like gold and silver add to the aesthetic allure, offering a subtle interplay of light and dark. The dark tones evoke the mystery, charm, and sensuality of the night, where shadows both conceal and reveal in equal measure. Many pieces feature a light source—whether subtle or stark—enhancing the seductive, mysterious atmosphere while symbolizing the transformative power that arises from the shadows.
Rooted in metaphysical exploration, the works on display embody the notion that the "darkest hour" is not an end, but a necessary phase before the dawn—a time to renew, to reflect, and ultimately, to rise.
Bu Shi, Evitare, 2024, Pigments on linen on wood, 7.75 x 9.5 in.
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Installation view (Lemaire&Touron, Dov Talpaz, Dana Blume)
Bu Shi, Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, 2023, Egg tempera on wood, 10 x 7 in.
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Dana Blume, Strange Creatures, 2024, Ink on paper on wood, 9 x 12 in.
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installation view (Bu Shi)
Dana Blume, Preemptive Strike, 2024, Acrylic on arches oil paper, 30.x 22 in.
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Dov Talpaz, The Darkest Hour, Oil on canvas, 20 x 28 in.
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installation view (Bu Shi and Freddie Greis)
Freddie Greis, Utopian Mirror (Night Song), 2024, Acrylic, collage, glitter on plywood, 14 x 14 in.
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Freddie Greis, Backyard 3AM, 2022, Acrylic, collage, glitter on plywood, 14 x 14 in.
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installation view
Lemaire&Touron, Nature 26, 3D-printed porcelain and borosilicate (glasss), 16 × 13 × 13 in.
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Freddie Greis, Translucent Impression of Sudden Insight, 2023, Oil on canvas, 12 x 10 in
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installation view Peter Depelchin
Peter Depelchin, Empyreum, 2024, Color pencil, pencil, pen and ink n CIAT Paper, 12 x 11. 5 in.
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Peter Depelchin, Ein-Sof, 2024, Color pencil, pencil, pen and ink n CIAT Paper, 12 x 11. 5 in.
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installation view (Dov Talpaz, Peter Depelchin, Lemaire&Touron)
Peter Depelchin, Tzim Tzum, 2024, Color pencil, pencil, pen and ink n CIAT Paper, 12 x 11. 5 in.
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Peter Depelchin, Archeus, 2024, Color pencil, pencil, pen and ink n CIAT Paper, 12 x 11. 5 in.
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installation view (Dana Blume and Dov Talpaz)
Dov Talpaz, Harakiri, 2024, Oil on wood, 16 x 20 in.
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Ara Ko, To reflect nature, 2024, Charcoal on paper, 8 x 7.5 in.
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installation view (Ara Ko and Lemaire&Touron)
Ara Ko, Plants in dream, 2024, Pencil on paper, 8.7 x 8.7in.
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Ara Ko, I Saw In My Dream, 2024 (triptych), Charcoal and accrylic on canvas, 26 x 72 in.
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