The light we travel by
"We see no farther than the little halo of our lanterns, but we can travel all night by that light." - Rebecca Solnit
Opening reception / vernissage: Friday 13th June, 6-9pm in the company of the artist Lieve van Thienen
This exhibition is a tribute to the artist's love of books and reading. Some of the works in this show are painted directly onto the linen covers of antique books. Books that have been read and are now repurposed as artefacts of a different artistic expression beyond their original intention. Imbued with a new energy and reality - they become a palimpsest.
The paintings themselves are executed in a palette of gentle tones reminiscent of Giorgio Morandi . The format is relatively small; ranging from 15cm up to 70cm. They invite intimate observation and thoughtful reflection.