Contemporary Art: Between The Days @ Zürcher Gallery New York

 

(Drivebycuriosity) - New York`s Bleeker Street is famous for the cluster of pubs & rock venues. But you also can find an ambitious art gallery there: The Zürcher Gallery (33 Bleeker Street New York zurcher). Currently they exhibit works by Matt Bollinger: "Between The Days " (through 12.21.2017). You can see there his recent paintings and video animations (exhibition). I display here my favorites from this show, a very subjective selection as usual.

I like the atmosphere which reminds me of film noir scenes. On top of this post you can see "Before Work" (2017, flashe and acrylic on canvas, 27.5 x 36 inches). Flashe vinyl emulsion colors can dilute in water, but become indelible when dry and can be applied with brushes or sponges (artistcraftsman). Flashe is one of the first modern painting materials to give artists other means than oil painting to express themselves. Its optical characteristics allow the effects of old tempera paints and primitive painting grounds to be reproduced. The paints are matte, velvety and opaque.

 

Above: "First Light" followed by "Living Room Day" & "Living Room Night". Each 2017 flashe and acrylic on canvas, 27.5 x 36 inches.

"Impala" & "Credits Roll"

 

"The Descent"; "James' Weight Room" & "Carolyn's Office"


Enjoy!