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440 Gallery Announce Allusion (Illusion and Delusion) A solo exhibition of mixed media works by Karen Gibbons

Brooklyn, New York – 440 Gallery is pleased to present Karen Gibbons’ solo exhibition Allusions (Illusions and Delusions). Gibbons explores humanity’s complex relationship within nature, delving into the layers of identity, history, and experience that shape our understanding of ourselves. Using a blend of found materials, collage, acrylic, and pastel, her work reflects on the interplay between the literal, the emotional, and the abstract. She creates a visual language that speaks to the illusions and delusions embedded within our perception of reality.

Gibbons’ work is influenced by Native American philosophies that view the natural world not as separate from humanity, but as intrinsically joined. This foundational belief permeates her practice, where she creates paintings that embody the interconnectedness of all things. The subjects in her work emerge from complex, layered backgrounds, often resembling the delicate translucency of organza. These backgrounds are built from images that she has gathered over time—images that resonate with her aesthetically, emotionally, or culturally. Her process of layering these elements creates a subtle yet rich tapestry, weaving together fragments of life, culture, and memory.

Gibbons questions our common separation of body, mind, and spirit—three aspects of our being that, in truth, are deeply interconnected. In her piece Inside Out, a figure outlined in red stands in a somewhat threatening, defensive stance. Upon closer inspection, however, the viewer is invited into a more intimate world composed of revealing X-ray images. The intricate layers within the body serve as metaphors for introspection and self-exploration, questioning the hidden forces that shape us.

In the end, her compositions reflect the belief that every component—visible or hidden—contributes to the greater whole.

On View: February 13 – March 16, 2025
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 15, 4-6pm
Artist Talk: Sunday, March 2 at 4:40pm

For more information on shows, exhibiting artists, and the gallery, visit our website at 440gallery.com

Karen Gibbons, Inside Out