MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY,TOKYO , JAPAN - Brian Alfred : Golden Hour - September 20 > October 26, 2024 @MAHOKUBOTA_G
Golden Hour
Brian Alfred
MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY
2-4-7 Jingumae Shibuya-ku Tokyo JAPAN
Tel 03-6434-7716 e-mail:
OVERVIEW :
Situated on a narrow street between upscale Gaien-nishi Dori street and a historical slope that dates back to medieval Tokyo, MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY opened in March 2016, specializing in contemporary art. The gallery space is located in Jingumae, an area of cultural crossover where Harajuku and Aoyama overlap. The location ensures easy access from anywhere in Central Tokyo. Since its opening, the gallery has presented works by artists who highlight gender issues, later including artists who use a cognitive psychology approach in practices exploring what happens when people view art, in terms of how processes in the human brain respond to art and instigate contemplation. Another interest is works by artists who give poetic expression to the history of human creativity and the richness of human intellect by building on universal narratives that transcend temporal and geographical considerations. People who come into daily contact with art and make it an integral part of their way of living experience the great chemistry that art brings to life. The gallery attempts to provide a space where such viewers can encounter free and open experimentation through exhibitions with the potential to plant powerful memories that grow to inspire independent thought and exploration.
September 20 > October 26, 2024
Jam Session, 2024, Oil on canvas, 77.5 x 62 x 5 cm
Boat to Naoshima, 2024, Oil on canvas, 153 x 112 x 4 cm
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ABOUT EXHIBITION : Golden Hour
In my latest exhibition, "Golden Hour," I am investigating deeply personal moments captured during my travels. These paintings are a snapshot of the intimate experiences that have shaped my world and my place within it. The title, "Golden Hour," refers to that enchanting period just after sunrise or before sunset when the quality of light transforms the environment with a warm, almost magical glow. This fleeting light serves as a metaphor for the transient yet impactful moments in our lives—those precious instances that are here one second and gone the next, much like the ephemeral beauty of the golden hour itself. Each piece in the show is a visual diary entry, encapsulating the essence of places I've visited and the emotions they've evoked. The interplay of light and reflections in my work not only highlights the physical beauty of these moments but also alludes to their transient nature. The soft glows, elongated shadows, and reflective surfaces serve as visual reminders of how quickly time passes, urging viewers to find beauty and meaning in the present moment. This exhibition is not just a collection of places and scenes—it is a celebration of the joy found in impermanence and a reflection on the innate human desire to hold onto moments that are, by their very nature, ungraspable. It is my hope that "Golden Hour" encourages the viewer to pause, reflect, and embrace the beautiful impermanence of our experiences.
ABOUT ARTISTS : Brian Alfred
Brian Alfred was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1974. His work is imbued with the world around us. From issues of conflict and unrest to the beauty of the landscape and everything in between, Alfred is interested in who we are as a people by way of or surroundings and environment. He works through a variety of media from painting to collage to animation to present images of our world. His work resonates with American artists such as Hopper and Sheeler and also has an affinity with Ukiyo-e and popular culture. His work has been shown in galleries and museums worldwide and his animations have been played in film festivals and screenings across the globe. His works are included in the collections of major museums, such as the Guggenheim Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Denver Art Museum, and many others.
Brian Alfred
ABOUT EXHIBITION : Golden Hour
In my latest exhibition, "Golden Hour," I am investigating deeply personal moments captured during my travels. These paintings are a snapshot of the intimate experiences that have shaped my world and my place within it. The title, "Golden Hour," refers to that enchanting period just after sunrise or before sunset when the quality of light transforms the environment with a warm, almost magical glow. This fleeting light serves as a metaphor for the transient yet impactful moments in our lives—those precious instances that are here one second and gone the next, much like the ephemeral beauty of the golden hour itself. Each piece in the show is a visual diary entry, encapsulating the essence of places I've visited and the emotions they've evoked. The interplay of light and reflections in my work not only highlights the physical beauty of these moments but also alludes to their transient nature. The soft glows, elongated shadows, and reflective surfaces serve as visual reminders of how quickly time passes, urging viewers to find beauty and meaning in the present moment. This exhibition is not just a collection of places and scenes—it is a celebration of the joy found in impermanence and a reflection on the innate human desire to hold onto moments that are, by their very nature, ungraspable. It is my hope that "Golden Hour" encourages the viewer to pause, reflect, and embrace the beautiful impermanence of our experiences.
ABOUT ARTISTS : Brian Alfred
Brian Alfred was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1974. His work is imbued with the world around us. From issues of conflict and unrest to the beauty of the landscape and everything in between, Alfred is interested in who we are as a people by way of or surroundings and environment. He works through a variety of media from painting to collage to animation to present images of our world. His work resonates with American artists such as Hopper and Sheeler and also has an affinity with Ukiyo-e and popular culture. His work has been shown in galleries and museums worldwide and his animations have been played in film festivals and screenings across the globe. His works are included in the collections of major museums, such as the Guggenheim Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Denver Art Museum, and many others.
Brian Alfred Artist's site : https://brianalfred.net/
Artist's mail :
Artist's CITY :BROOKLYN NY
Artist's COUNTRY :U.S.A.
Gallery Opening Hours : TUE-SAT 12:00-7:00pm Close SUN, MON and National Holidays
Opening reception :September 20, 6:30-8:00pm
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