September 7 - October 2, 2010
Peripheral Visions
Paintings by Steve Boksenbaum
Recognizable imagery is merely a template
for play with the media Boksenbaum uses. He gathers images
photographically, which removes them one step from reality and into a
timeless two dimensional realm. From there, Boksenbaum reconstructs them
as broad geometric areas and works in layers of paint, each layer
refining the areas and complementing the colors. The effect is an
atmosphere of paint, another step away from original reality and
into a redefined universe. In this manner, Boksenbaum can stop the
process at any completed layer of paint and accept the amount of detail
at that point. Some paintings are vague and remote while others approach
verisimilitude.
Boksenbaum's most recent paintings are worked from a tiny half megapixel
digital camera. The lack of photographic detail forces him to
improvise, protecting from an obsession with detail. The images are now
more obscure, but maintain the essence of the visual experience of
realism. Visually they are more honestly reflective of Boksenbaum's
astigmatism.
Exhibition Preview! Available Works!
Public Reception:
Saturday, September 11th, 5-8pm
Free and open to the public.
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