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«REINVENTING THE FIGURE» at Monica De Cardenas

Groupshow, December 9, 2017 until February 3, 2018

Artists

Derek Fordjour, Grace Weaver, Katherine Bernhardt, Katherine Bradford, Mira Dancy

Institution

Monica De Cardenas

Locations

St. Moritz, Zuoz

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Press release (PDF)

Website

monicadecardenas.com

Installation View Derek Fordjour Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Installation View Katherine Bradford Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas, / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Installation View Katherine Bernhardt Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Exhibition Overview

In the last decade, abstraction has dominated the art scene, but now some painters in New York are reinventing figuration with a new freedom, each with a distinct approach. Katherine Bernhardt creates energetic paintings depicting everyday objects, fruit, flowers, and the Pink Panther in a very American style. Katherine Bradford is known for her vibrant palette and eccentric compositions, often depicting water and swimmers in a playful and profound way. Mira Dancy focuses on powerful works centered on the female figure, creating expressive pieces in vibrant colors. Derek Fordjour explores vulnerability through images inspired by sporting imagery and games. Grace Weaver portrays scenes of modern life in a personal graphic style.

Artist Highlights

- Katherine Bernhardt: Known for rhythmic compositions of everyday objects with a direct and energetic style. - Katherine Bradford: Creates luminous human figures against dreamlike landscapes. - Mira Dancy: Feminist approach with expressive works centered on the female figure. - Derek Fordjour: Explores vulnerability through images inspired by sports and games. - Grace Weaver: Portrays playful scenes of modern life in a personal graphic style.

Exhibition Details

The "«REINVENTING THE FIGURE» at Monica De Cardenas" group show features artists Katherine Bernhardt, Grace Weaver, Derek Fordjour, Katherine Bradford, and Mira Dancy. The exhibition opens on December 9, 2017, and runs until February 3, 2018, at Chesa Albertini in Zuoz. The gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 3 pm to 7 pm.

Installation View Grace Weaver Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Installation View Derek Fordjour Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Installation View Katherine Bradford Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists

Installation View Mira Dancy Groupshow "Reinventing the Figure" at Galleria Monica De Cardenas / Courtesy: the gallery and the artists