NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Raglan sculptor Richard Page in Persistence of Form. The exhibition opens on December 1st and will run until December 22nd, 2015. The opening reception will take place Thursday, December 3rd, from 6-8 PM. Any art lover who enjoys thought-provoking artworks and meeting talented and interesting artists is encouraged to attend.
About the Artist
New Zealand-based sculptor Richard Page aims to rival the perfection of nature in his work. Using techniques acquired through collaborations across the world, Page creates stone-based sculptures that reference or play with the physical force and beauty in organic formations. In this regard, Page’s work often combines smooth, voluminous forms with intentionally rough-cut textures, as the contrast highlights the naturalistic elements of both styles. Similarly, the raw textures hint at the process that goes into producing the more refined ones, providing a sense of time and context for the viewer.
Whether sculpting abstract, geometric pieces or more impressionistic works, Page’s work shows a clear aquatic influence in both composition and texture. His choice of stone often corresponds to the patterns found in marine life, while the curving surfaces of his work resemble the smooth character of ocean rocks. Even in the contrast of refined and raw, or hard and smooth, the sea provides a model for Page’s naturalistic take on erosion. Page’s gift is the fine precision in reproducing the organic qualities that nature has to offer.
Exhibition Dates: December 1, 2015 – December 22, 2015
Reception: Thursday December 3, 2015, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 11-6
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th St, Chelsea, New York
Event URL: http://www.agora-gallery.com/artistpage/Richard_Page.aspx
Featured artists:
Persistence of Form
Jieting Chen | Zoe Summer | Mark Salevitz | Esther Gracia Marques | Gabriel Landry | Lida Boonstra | JCK | Ron Robidoux | Stephen Najda | Esther Insa | Richard Page | MOZER | Helgi Gíslason | L.A. Cline | Arlette Zurbuchen
About the Exhibition
A Subjective Exhibition: Persistence of Form
In the exhibition Persistence of Form, fifteen artists paint, draw, and sculpt invigorating subjects that stand starkly against their backdrops. Drawing from different schools of art, from Pop to Cubism, to Futurism and more, these artists pick and depict their subjects with great care. Their deliberate techniques and fascinating representations draw the viewer in and force true contemplation on the stories behind these subjects. Who are these people? Where are these looming towers? Even essential geometries find their own narrative. These artists draw us in and latch on to us, proving that in this ever-abstracting world, we will never truly lose the importance of form.
About Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery located in the heart of Chelsea’s fine art district in New York. Established in 1984, Agora Gallery specializes in connecting art dealers and collectors with national and international artists. The art gallery’s expert consultants are available to assist corporate and private clients in procuring original artwork to meet their organization’s specific needs and budget requirements. With a strong online presence and popular online gallery, ARTmine, coupled with the spacious and elegant physical gallery space, the work of our talented artists, who work in diverse media and styles, can receive the attention it deserves. Over the years Agora Gallery has sponsored and catered to special events aimed at fostering social awareness and promoting the use of art to help those in need.