Karen Arm's 'Light + Heavy' Exhibition at P.P.O.W. Features Suns and Wavy Rays

Karen Arm's showcase, 'Light + Heavy,' took place at the P.P.O.W. gallery in New York City from May 26 to June 25, 2016. The exhibition prominently featured themes of 'suns' and 'wavy rays,' with a particular focus on Untitled (Yellow Wavy Ray on Brown Red). Arm simplifies natural forms into fundamental patterns, delving into their core structures. Her water imagery draws parallels with Vija Celmins, while the wavy ray design resonates with the works of Bridget Riley, Philip Taaffe, and Mark Grotjahn. Aligning with linear abstraction, her art references Agnes Martin. The sun motifs transitioned from 'globular clusters' to tactile forms. Open about her battle with breast cancer, Arm's vivid creations highlight a commitment to color exploration and formal rigor through dedicated studio work.