Alfredo Scaroina is showing "Reclaimed Matter" at Deborah Colton Gallery. I've watched Mr. Scaroina for several years. He has been a bold mixer of materials and color. Most of these works are large in scale. (At least one is composed on a door). The evolution I note with these works is more depth and a call to the viewer to spend time puzzling over the choice of media. Three years ago, the word "subtle" wouldn't have crossed my mind when viewing a Scaroina work. Last night, it did. Change happens. For my taste, this is a good thing.
Walk to the back of the gallery to see David Graeve's "Civil Disobedience to Direct Action". It thrills me to see innovation in art. Mr. Graeve forces us to tilt this way and that to see what he has sculpted into his work. Although the pieces are thematic, they don't seem contrived. Walking through the rooms filled with his sculpture, I felt in the presence of an encompassing knowledge of the science of moving objects from one form into another to create art. It's a fascinating exhibit.
Both of these exhibits are worthy of more than just a quick pass-through. Give yourself time to study them and appreciate the thoughtful work of these very talented artists.
Deborah Colton Gallery
2445 North Boulevard
Houston, TX 77098
July 12, 2014 - August 23, 2014
©Michelle Scofield, July 13, 2014, All Rights Reserved
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This sounds like a very enjoyable gallery visit. When I get back from the Great White North I'll take you up on your suggestion for a gallery + burgers field trip. <3
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