Nicolas Party's DEAD FISH
Karma Gallery
Reviewed by Marley Kinsman
After nearly two months of consecutive gallery visits there is one exhibition which still sticks with me- Nicolas Party's Dead Fish at Karma Gallery. In an effort to create something thrilling, something never before seen, artists lose their sanity and often end up painting an entire canvas one color. A self proclaimed "masterpiece", which is, in my opinion, garbage. Nicolas Party however, is bringing something refreshing to the table through reproducing not only paintings by the masters, but his own previous works as well.
The archway into the room and the limited view of his huge mural on the back wall draws the viewer into the space, and the sudden YET SUBTLE salmon pink walls are a shock to the eye. It feels like stepping outdoors into the light after being in a dark room for hours. One easter egg I noticed was the fact that if you take an image on a phone, the pink fades away. It is a phenomenon you can only experience in person. This is a unique way to create something you can only view in its fullest in person, like in Renaissance days.
This show is one of the most successful galleries featuring reworked and/or archival media in a long time. Party’s research and methodology is thorough and concise, creating not only a meaningful project but also just a beautiful selection of work.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your review. I thought it was well written and the language you used helps to draw the reader in and gets them excited and interested in the artwork. I think the “easter egg” you found is neat and I am glad that you added that into your review. You mention that it reminds you of renaissance art work. Is there a specific artist and/or piece that it reminds you of? Maybe mention that briefly afterwards? I think that would benefit your review because then the reader can have something in their mind to compare Party’s work to. (hope that makes sense!) Overall, I enjoyed your review and thought it was well formatted. I too enjoyed the artwork of Nicholas Party.
I loved your review of Dead Fish by Nicholas Party. Your introduction had me hooked and excited to read what else you were experiencing at the show. I particularly enjoyed the part where you explained the feeling you had when you first interacted with Dead Fish. From the grandeur of the archway to the light adjustments our eyes make, you describe the experience so tangibly. The connection back to the Renaissance is agreeable. The piece is so large and grand, the feeling it exudes would not be the same unless it is witnessed in person.
ReplyDeleteI love your review of Dead Fish by Nicolas Party. The choice of vocabulary and tone, almost feel like I revisited the gallery again. The part that I like the most is when you explain about the arch and how it makes you feel like you're walking outside. This feels and sounds theatrical and I do think this is a successful curation from the gallery. It also created the anticipation of the piece since if gave a little sneak peak before you enter the room. The subtle pink like you said is rarely seen in other galleries, but it creates a really interesting phenomenon.
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