Memorial Exhibition for Painter Jennifer Wynne Reeves at BravinLee Programs Through October 11
The BravinLee programs are currently hosting a memorial exhibition for artist Jennifer Wynne Reeves, which runs until October 11. Reeves passed away in June at the age of 51 following a fight against brain cancer. A memorial service took place at St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery on September 6. Artist Lori Ellison reflects on Reeves's creations through the Navajo idea of hozho, examining specific pieces such as The Garden of Gethsemane (2014), Jonah (2012), and Place (1997). Ellison points out that Reeves's materiality does not translate effectively in digital formats and describes her approach as anthropomorphizing abstraction. Reeves's work, aligned with narrative abstraction, resonates with artists like Paul Klee and Jean Arp, celebrating her life and artistic contributions.
Key facts
- Jennifer Wynne Reeves died in June at age 51 from brain cancer
- A memorial exhibition of her work is on view at BravinLee programs through October 11
- Her memorial service was held at St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery on September 6
- The tribute is written by fellow artist and Facebook friend Lori Ellison
- Reeves's work is described as narrative abstraction, with comparisons to Thomas Nozkowski, Stephen Mueller, and Jonathan Lasker
- Specific works discussed include The Garden of Gethsemane (2014), Jonah (2012), and Place (1997)
- Ellison reflects on Reeves's life through the Navajo concept of hozho, meaning beauty, health, balance, harmony, and goodness
- BravinLee programs is located at 526 West 26th Street #211, New York City
Entities
Artists
- Jennifer Wynne Reeves
- Lori Ellison
- Pina Bausch
- Paul Klee
- Jean Arp
- Sonia Delaunay
- Sophie Taeuber-Arp
- Thomas Nozkowski
- Stephen Mueller
- Jonathan Lasker
- Forrest Bess
- Kym Ghee
Institutions
- BravinLee programs
- St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery
- artcritical
Locations
- New York City
- United States