Louise P. Sloane and Randy Bloom's 'Hotter than 'Ell' Exhibition at Sideshow Gallery
From October 15 to November 13, 2011, Sideshow Gallery in Williamsburg hosted 'Hotter than 'Ell,' a dual exhibition featuring painters Louise P. Sloane and Randy Bloom. The exhibition's title alludes to a 1934 jazz tune by Fletcher Henderson, highlighting the artists' connection to musical rhythm. Sloane employs acrylics on steel, aluminum, or wood panels, crafting structured designs with squiggly lines that mimic cursive writing, often incorporating five squares. Her notable works include 'Red Red Orange Square' (2010) and 'Howl into Spring' (2007). Meanwhile, Bloom's acrylic-on-canvas creations, such as 'Clown Around' (2011) and 'So What' (2011), depict window-like scenes filled with solid colors. Both artists excel in color harmony, prioritizing beauty over sensationalism.
Key facts
- Exhibition ran from October 15 to November 13, 2011
- Show titled 'Hotter than 'Ell' references 1934 Fletcher Henderson jazz melody
- Louise P. Sloane creates paintings with pastry tube squiggles on metal/wood panels
- Sloane's compositions feature five squares with contrasting color layers
- Randy Bloom paints window-like vistas with geometric framing elements
- Both artists work primarily with acrylic paint
- Exhibition held at Sideshow Gallery, 319 Bedford Avenue, Williamsburg
- Artists share devotion to color harmony and jazz rhythms
Entities
Artists
- Louise P. Sloane
- Randy Bloom
- Fletcher Henderson
Institutions
- Sideshow Gallery
- artcritical
Locations
- Williamsburg
- United States
- 319 Bedford Avenue
- South Second Street
- Third Streets