Three Abstract Painters Share Common Ground in Dual Exhibitions at The Painting Center
Between September 6 and October 1, 2005, The Painting Center in New York hosted two exhibitions that highlighted the works of three abstract artists. In the main gallery, Emily Berger and Iona Kleinhaut showcased their pieces, while Farrell Brickhouse presented smaller works in the project room. Berger's art captures the essence of urban life, with grids interrupted by flowing curves that reflect the vibrancy of Brooklyn. Kleinhaut's creations, inspired by microbiology and celestial concepts, juxtapose fluid paint application with solid forms, reminiscent of Terry Winters' style. Brickhouse's display featured bold paint techniques and iconic imagery, designed to offer a genuine visual experience. Critic Joe Walentini praised the exhibitions for their painterly take on abstraction.
Key facts
- The exhibitions ran from September 6 to October 1, 2005.
- The Painting Center hosted the shows at 52 Greene Street in New York, NY 10013.
- Emily Berger and Iona Kleinhaut shared the main gallery in a two-person show.
- Farrell Brickhouse exhibited solo in the project room.
- Berger's work references urban aesthetics and Brooklyn, where she lives and works.
- Kleinhaut's paintings feature organic forms with comparisons to Terry Winters' 1980s-90s work.
- Brickhouse's paintings emphasize paint handling over imagery, with a group of 12 small pieces.
- Critic Joe Walentini reviewed the exhibitions for artcritical.com.
Entities
Artists
- Emily Berger
- Iona Kleinhaut
- Farrell Brickhouse
- Terry Winters
- Joe Walentini
Institutions
- The Painting Center
- artcritical.com
Locations
- New York
- United States
- Brooklyn
- New York NY 10013