Bianca Beck's First Institutional Solo Show 'Eyes' at CMCA
From May 13 to September 6, 2026, the Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) in Rockland, Maine, will host 'Eyes', marking the inaugural solo exhibition of Portland artist Bianca Beck. This showcase includes five newly created papier-mâché sculptures that engage with Beck's paintings, delving into the interplay of visual language across various dimensions. Beck, recognized for her fusion of painting and sculpture, crafts forms that evoke human figures without definitive identities. Each sculpture, designed in conjunction with a painting, invites audience engagement. The vibrant colors throughout the exhibition reflect Beck's journey through queer parenthood and themes of growth and coexistence. Curated by Grant Wahlquist, the exhibition features significant pieces such as 'Mirror to mirror / Curving red' (2026) and 'See Me Plural' (2021).
Key facts
- Bianca Beck's first institutional solo exhibition 'Eyes' is on view at the Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) in Rockland, Maine.
- The exhibition runs from May 13 to September 6, 2026.
- It features five new papier-mâché sculptures created in dialogue with Beck's paintings.
- The sculptures and paintings share a visual language, exploring two- and three-dimensionality.
- Beck's work draws on queer parenthood, Cubism, and ancient monuments.
- The exhibition is curated by Grant Wahlquist, CMCA Curator.
- Notable works include 'Mirror to mirror / Curving red' (2026) and 'Stardust we breathe / Skin we shed' (2026).
- The exhibition is located at 21 Winter St, Rockland, ME 04841.
Entities
Artists
- Bianca Beck
- Paul Klee
- Joan Mitchell
- Keith Haring
Institutions
- Center for Maine Contemporary Art
- Uffner & Liu
Locations
- Rockland
- Maine
- United States