As a connoisseur of art with roots deep in the heart of the South, I found myself utterly captivated by Jammie Holmes’ latest exhibition at Marianne Boesky Gallery. The vibrant floral scenes and poignant nods to Black families resonated deeply with my own experiences, evoking a sense of nostalgia that was both bittersweet and profoundly moving.
In the gaming world I’d say: “I’m excited to share that I’ve been invited to showcase my latest collection at Marianne Boesky Gallery! As a Dallas-born artist, this is my second collaboration with them, and I can’t wait for you all to see it. This time around, I’ve created a stunning array of large-scale paintings that delve into the narratives of Black families and Southern traditions. Through a series of rich, floral scenes, I’ve sought to express the profound emotions of love and loss that resonate deeply within these stories.
Morning Thoughts represents a shift from the artist’s typical focus on portraits, instead exploring the symbolic significance of flowers. Scattered remnants of his common themes can be found in the pieces, yet the rare human figures are presented as obscure silhouettes or faces swallowed by large blooms.
The exhibit showcases traditions of still life art using a vibrant mix of daylilies and majestic morning glories. Holmes finds these flowers captivating due to their distinctive blooming pattern, reminiscent of his childhood memories. In a thoughtful composition, he highlights his personal narrative and home, with family as the focal point. As the artist explains, “The flowers seem to embody the people within them.
The exhibition titled “Morning Thoughts” is inspired by a Gil Scott-Heron song of the same name from 1981. Similar to the tune, Holmes’ work captures the enchanting instant when night transitions into early dawn – the beginning of a fresh day. In their latest announcement, the gallery expresses: “In Morning Thoughts, Holmes encourages us that hope and loss often accompany each other – yet beauty persists for those who can perceive it, as flowers blossom anew with the dawn.
The exhibition is now on view at Marianne Boesky Gallery until November 16, 2024.
Marianne Boesky Gallery
507 West 24th Street,
New York, NY 10011
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2024-10-10 19:55