Hoarders

In 840 gallery this week (May 21-25) there is a really compelling painting exhibition on display. Joe Hedges and Nick Scrimenti, the artists of the exhibition, seem to be exploring ideas of manic collection. The boxes (done by Joe Hedges) while multi-colored and varied in size don't exactly make me feel as overwhelmed as an episode of hoarders does or stepping into some people's basements. In fact there is an elegant organized chaos to them.I love the composition of the boxes as well, it offers that fullness that exemplifies the act of hoarding. Nick Scrimenti's self proclaimed messes however incites an anxiousness that straddles the border between comfortable and panic. That incantation is done beautifully. My iPhone photos don't do their pieces justice, so go check out 840. The reception is Thursday May 24th. See you all there!