CHROMA, dimensions of colour
Miart Gallery London presents the new upcoming exhibition CHROMA to launch on 1st of March
Chroma – from Greek khrōma – measures the intensity of colour, meaning that the most chromatically intense colours are completely free from white and grey. Colours, in their pure form, have a potential to communicate extremes of thought and emotion. From Renaissance to Abstract Expressionism, artists have been obsessed with the mysteries of colour for centuries. Colours speak to our primal senses and invoke associations in our subconscious that are universal to all human beings.
Miart Gallery London is a collective platform for both emerging and established artists. We are proud to present Chroma, a group exhibition that brings artists from different parts of the world together. Peter Combe, Emre Yusufi, Bülent Sancar, Beste Alperat, Sezin Aksoy, Çağlar Tağcı, Dmitry Oskin, Ipek Ergen, Kadir Akyol are among the exhibiting artists. Their artworks vibrate with colour enhancing the viewer, each in its unique way.
Peter Combe creates three-dimensional artworks using household paint swatches, exploring the transformative interplay of light, colour, and movement. Employing a Pissarro-esque pointillist technique with a spectrum of 1,100 colours, he focuses on tonal placements, akin to Andy Warhol's screen prints, and embraces the dynamic changes influenced by viewers' shifting perspectives.
By merging elements from different time frames, Emre Yusufi highlights the transformation of ideas over time. In his latest collection of hyper-realistic sculptures of Hercules, Emre provokes thought on identity and human nature.
Bulent Sancar is an internationally acclaimed artist, who put his name on the map when he showcased his works in Venice. Bulent co-curated the groundbreaking underwater exhibition “We Cooked the Sea,” and gained recognition with sculptures like "Octopus" and "Angel Fish." Inspired bya documentary on Atlantis, Sancar's exploration of composite materials at METYX Composites in Turkey led to his acclaimed Atlantis-themed series, starting with the impactful sculpture "THERA."
In his work Çağlar Tağcı explores the complexities of the universe and creation. His disciplined use of geometric shapes establishes a foundation, emphasising order on abstract surfaces. Techniques like bold brushstrokes and paint dripping add dynamism, creating diverse compositions while the resulting dynamic bursts of colour leave a powerful impact.
Ipek Ergen is a versatile artist with solo and group exhibitions in the USA, Germany, Luxembourg. Using techniques like airbrushing and acrylics, her works integrate symbols and hidden layers, turning them into a treasure hunt for the audience. Ipek employs various materials such as gold leaf and plexiglass, and her art tells detailed stories inspired by the animal world, human psychology, Japanese art, and otaku culture, with a focus on representing and investigating human behaviours.
Sezin Askoy’s artistic focus revolves around the notion of change, encompassing both physical transformation and shifts in thought and spirituality.
Beste Alperat’s work reflects Istanbul’s culture and heritage, and is created using the kirigami technique, which is a variation of origami derived from Japan.
Kadir Akyol creatively blends portraits from different historical periods and cultural contexts, using them as a rich source of inspiration. On his canvases, elements of popular culture and traditional lifestyles harmoniously coexist alongside those from modern art, resulting in a dynamic blend of lyricism and irony. This interplay of influences showcases Akyol's ability to bridge different eras and cultural expressions, creating captivating and thought-provoking artworks.
Dmitry Oskin, a London-based photographer and artist, discovered his passion for art at a young age, winning national drawing competitions. His series, "Butterflies" and "Illusions," spotlight taxidermied butterflies and beetles, portraying them on a magnificent scale with a keen focus on intricate details. His "Cabinet of Curiosities" holds a vast collection of taxidermy, reflecting his meticulous and magical process of bringing these insects to life
through his creative lens. Dmitry believes that everything in this world is connected and harmonious: in precious beetles - the arch of the sky. Everything is woven from brilliant Oskin’s beetles.
