MIAMI ACT VI | GALERIA AZUR

A testimony to the richness and complexity of our experiences in the world, an eclectic ensemble of artworks delves into the myriad ways in which artists interpret and portray the act of dwelling. It is a realm of memory spaces, reimagined constructs, and the juxtaposition of the body as both landscape and being. Spanning the spectrum from precise figuration to pure abstraction, this curated selection of works challenges conventional notions and embarks on a journey of self-discovery and exploration within the encompassing realm of nature.
Artists such as Alan Goldberg, Claudia Capri, and Quinn Michael Saine opt for meticulous figuration, capturing the minutiae of nature with exquisite detail. On the other hand, figures like Orio, Ayane, Michael Aurech, or Humans Sato immerse themselves in abstraction, exploring the essence of the landscape through form and color. In a similar vein, Yuko Kokubun seamlessly merges realism with geometric elements in collages reminiscent of the Dadaist style. Together, these artworks illustrate the diversity of inhabitation within the natural environment, spanning the gamut from realistic representation to abstract interpretation of the relationship between humankind and the earth it inhabits.
Conversely, artists such as Cocolvu, Amy Benedict, Jean Dolande, Lila, AKu, Natha, and Taerre Park delve into the multifaceted representation of the human body. Employing a wide range of styles, from intricate figuration to expressive abstraction, they explore how we inhabit our own bodies and how these bodies serve as vessels for both expression and experience. Their works illuminate the rich tapestry of personal narratives unfurled within these explorations.
A daring third group delves into the art of inhabiting the unknown, embarking on an exploration of the foreign, both within the landscape and the body. Ana Carolina translates this concept into petite ceramic pieces, while Ashton Lally, Claudia Gallardo, Mihaela Bozariu, Susana Saman, and Tin Luca challenge visual conventions, blurring the boundaries of perception through explosive displays of color and texture. With a more structural gaze, Michele Simonetti and Carla Bataglia delve into the relationship between self and world through precise lines, shapes, and colors, giving rise to symbolism and calligraphy akin to Hiroshi Awada. Meanwhile, artists like Carolina Amigó, Brigitte Witzer, and Robert Frankel, leveraging geometries evocative of surreal scenes or abstract representations of the human form, transform into metaphors for the soul. In this manner, they challenge our conventional understanding of existence and habitation.
“Inhabiting,” the new exhibition at Azur Gallery Miami, bears witness to the artistic diversity and the profound depth of our relationships with both the landscape and the human body. Each artist contributes a unique perspective, whether through meticulous precision or abstract expression, thereby embarking on a journey to explore the myriad ways of “being” and experiencing the world that surrounds us. Ultimately, this exhibition invites us to contemplate how we interpret and define our relationship with nature and ourselves, serving as a poignant reminder that artistic diversity mirrors the rich tapestry of the human experience.

Ceres González

Art Curator and Art Critic. GALERIA AZUR

PHYSICAL & ONLINE EXHIBITION
FEATURED ARTISTS

Paula Jo Lentz (United States)
Marco Bettocchi (Italy)
Nel Barral Sanchez (Argentina)
Amy Elizabeth Frith (Canada)
Angela Thouless (United Kingdom)
Kim Cruz (United States)
Greg Day (United States)
Katalina Koss (Germany)
Gregory Logan Dunn (United States)
Che (United States)
Kelly Monsalve (United States)
Tomas Cano (Mexico)
Younghee Woo (South Korea)
Mariana Trípoli (Argentina)
Kristen Flynn (Australia)
Alexandra Cohen (Spain)
Seema Mathew (Hong Kong)
Nora Pilarte (Spain)
Ella Corinteli (United States)
Jennifer Lewis (United States)
Valeria Solodkova (Spain)
Luz Kaplan (Argentina)
Imelda Molla (Switzerland)
Jean Dolande (France)
Giorgio Mussati (Italy)
Anna Carrieri (United States)
Resurrect Studio (United States)
Jacquel Persal (France)
ALEJANDRO PINZON (United States)
Agata Lewandowska Mista (Germany)
Josefina De León Sorhuet (Spain)
Verena Kloos (Germany)
MiHyun Im (South Korea)
Mark Weiss (United States)
C.Sada (Mexico)
Sarah Peterson (United States)
Nela Navarrine (United States)
CAROL CARPENTER (United States)
Florencia Zampieri (Argentina)
Delia Solari (Argentina)
Vesna Duval (Slovenia)
Mila Lee (South Korea)
Marco Salvi (Italy)
ARIWAN SOHN (South Korea)
Jordana Ozier Lafontaine (Martinique)
Sikiu Mendez Samelnik (United States)
Lisa Caren (United States)
Jon GIlchrist (United States)
Malina Wieczorek (Poland)
Melina Sobi (United States)
Robert Frankel (United States)
Claudia Capri (United Kingdom)
Eduardo Vidal (Spain)
Lila Maroun Frem (Lebanon)
Amy Yeung (United Kingdom)
Michele Simonetti (United States)