CHASING VISIONS IN HYPERSPACE
Guild Room
May 31 2024 to July 12, 2024
Aeron Maxwell’s art combines fantasy, futurism, and surrealism, exploring the subconscious connections to imagination and self-identity. A vibrant palette of luminous colors, patterns, and various textural techniques provide dramatic settings for a diverse menagerie of inventive forms and character embodiments. Elements of geometry, biomorphic shapes, and diatom-like abstraction are deeply rooted in Maxwell’s fascination with microbiology and science fiction. His work draws comparisons to Joan Miro's Harlequin’s Carnival, Abstract Pop-Surrealism, and the Imagist artists of Chicago's Hairy Who, while innovatively challenging the boundaries of artistic genres and art forms. Chasing Visions in Hyperspace reflects the ephemeral nature of creative ideas and Maxwell’s endeavor to manifest them as we step into the new Aquarian Age.
RSVP for the opening reception on Friday, May 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the link below:
Click HERE for more information on gallery hours and private appointments.
CHASING VISIONS IN HYPERSPACE
Guild Room
May 31 2024 to July 12, 2024
Aeron Maxwell’s art combines fantasy, futurism, and surrealism, exploring the subconscious connections to imagination and self-identity. A vibrant palette of luminous colors, patterns, and various textural techniques provide dramatic settings for a diverse menagerie of inventive forms and character embodiments. Elements of geometry, biomorphic shapes, and diatom-like abstraction are deeply rooted in Maxwell’s fascination with microbiology and science fiction. His work draws comparisons to Joan Miro's Harlequin’s Carnival, Abstract Pop-Surrealism, and the Imagist artists of Chicago's Hairy Who, while innovatively challenging the boundaries of artistic genres and art forms. Chasing Visions in Hyperspace reflects the ephemeral nature of creative ideas and Maxwell’s endeavor to manifest them as we step into the new Aquarian Age.
RSVP for the opening reception on Friday, May 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the link below:
Click HERE for more information on gallery hours and private appointments.
Education: MFA, 1996, School of The Art Institute; BA, 1987, University of Illinois, Chicago. Solo Exhibitions: Chicago Cultural Center; Robert Morris College; Johnsonese Gallery; Suzanne Randolph Acquisitions; Belmont Reside; Cornelia Arts. Group Exhibitions: Adam Baumgold, NY; Miami Basel; Evanston Art Center; Bare Walls; School of The Art Institute; Los Manos Gallery; Suzanne Randolph Acquisitions; The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. Grants/Awards: DCASE Cultural Grant (2022); Art Assistance Grant (2020-2023); Ingenuity Grant (2018); Artist Fellowship, Illinois Arts Council (2007); CAAP Grant (2006). Publications: Dot, Dot, Dash; Designer Toys & Action Art Figures; Die Gestalten Verlag; New American Paintings, Issues #71 (2007), #95 (2011), 15 Year (2009); S.A.I.C. Oxbow Course Catalog; School of The Art Institute; Sun-Times Arts Section (September 2007); Windy City Times (August 2006).
Education: MFA, 1996, School of The Art Institute; BA, 1987, University of Illinois, Chicago. Solo Exhibitions: Chicago Cultural Center; Robert Morris College; Johnsonese Gallery; Suzanne Randolph Acquisitions; Belmont Reside; Cornelia Arts. Group Exhibitions: Adam Baumgold, NY; Miami Basel; Evanston Art Center; Bare Walls; School of The Art Institute; Los Manos Gallery; Suzanne Randolph Acquisitions; The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. Grants/Awards: DCASE Cultural Grant (2022); Art Assistance Grant (2020-2023); Ingenuity Grant (2018); Artist Fellowship, Illinois Arts Council (2007); CAAP Grant (2006). Publications: Dot, Dot, Dash; Designer Toys & Action Art Figures; Die Gestalten Verlag; New American Paintings, Issues #71 (2007), #95 (2011), 15 Year (2009); S.A.I.C. Oxbow Course Catalog; School of The Art Institute; Sun-Times Arts Section (September 2007); Windy City Times (August 2006).
