Holly Lowen's New York Debut at Perrotin Explores Behavioral Performance
Colosseum marks Holly Lowen's inaugural exhibition with Perrotin and her debut in New York. This showcase features dynamic compositions that explore the tension between instinct and control. Lowen, celebrated for her vibrant depictions of athletes and animals, delves deeper into these themes, crafting intricate portraits that investigate behavioral patterns both on and off the court. With a background in interior architecture and an MFA in painting, she exhibits a keen understanding of color, form, and composition. Utilizing oil, pen, charcoal, and pastel on an absorbent vinyl paint base, her work achieves a rich tonal depth reminiscent of the luxurious colors of Peter Paul Rubens. In Colosseum, her paintings of tennis players serve as studies in behavioral performance.
Key facts
- Holly Lowen makes her New York debut at Perrotin.
- The exhibition is titled Colosseum.
- Lowen's work interrogates the line between instinct and control.
- She is known for high-energy scenes of athletes and animals.
- Lowen trained in interior architecture before earning an MFA in painting.
- She uses oil, pen, charcoal, and pastel on absorbent vinyl paint.
- Her technique recalls Peter Paul Rubens' use of opulent colors.
- The paintings of tennis players examine behavioral performance.
Entities
Artists
- Holly Lowen
- Peter Paul Rubens
Institutions
- Perrotin
Locations
- New York
- United States