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Laura Berger - "Night Fruit"

Past exhibition
21 November - 12 December 2020 Hashimoto Contemporary NYC
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Laura Berger Community Garden, 2020 oil on canvas 30 x 40 in.
Laura Berger
Community Garden, 2020
oil on canvas
30 x 40 in.

Hashimoto Contemporary is pleased to present Night Fruit, a solo exhibition by Chicago, IL-based artist, Laura Berger. Consisting of a new series of oil paintings exploring themes of solitude and the sense of self, the exhibition is Berger's second solo exhibition at Hashimoto Contemporary and her debut New York solo exhibition.

 

Drawing on introspective moments from the past year, the artist looked towards this period of deep solitude and groundlessness, exploring the liminal space. As the world lives in an 'in between' period of who we were pre-pandemic and who we will become, we collectively embarked on a spiritual journey, creating the opportunity to explore our own possibilities, dismantling mental constructs. Narratives within each painting are intentionally kept vague and open to interpretation, capturing a surreal and dreamlike quality.

Languid female figures drape across the canvas, extended and intertwined - a quiet fluidity is captured in their elegantly flowing limbs. Messages of comfort are carried throughout each piece, with figures enveloping one another, holding oversized fruit, branches and flowers, creating a feeling of unity, safety, protection and nourishment for the soul. Depicted as solitary individuals as well as clustered together, these characters simultaneously represent the sense of self, those around us, as well as the different sides of our persona and various archetypes. Their long straight black hair and dark almond-shaped eyes harmonize them as sisters, curiously looking back at the viewer, asking us what we see reflected back.  

 

The gallery will be open by appointment only. In order to ensure the health and safety of visitors and staff, please note that masks are legally required for entry. To schedule an appointment, please click HERE. 

 

The gallery will be releasing a new limited edition screen print with the artist in conjunction with the closing of the exhibition. For details please email info@hashimotocontemporary.com

 

The exhibition will be on view Saturday, November 21st to Saturday, December 12th. For more information, additional images, or exclusive content, please email NYC Director, Jennifer Rizzo, at nyc@hashimotocontemporary.com

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Works
  • Laura Berger, Night Fruit, 2020
    Laura Berger, Night Fruit, 2020
  • Laura Berger, In The Garden, 3 AM, 2020
    Laura Berger, In The Garden, 3 AM, 2020
  • Laura Berger, After The Bath, 2020
    Laura Berger, After The Bath, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Community Garden, 2020
    Laura Berger, Community Garden, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Low Fruit, 2020
    Laura Berger, Low Fruit, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Carry The Branch, The Branch Will Protect You, 2020
    Laura Berger, Carry The Branch, The Branch Will Protect You, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Take One, 2020
    Laura Berger, Take One, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Harvest, 2020
    Laura Berger, Harvest, 2020
  • Laura Berger, The Secret, 2020
    Laura Berger, The Secret, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Vacation Dreams, 2020
    Laura Berger, Vacation Dreams, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Closeness, 2020
    Laura Berger, Closeness, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Reaching Out, 2020
    Laura Berger, Reaching Out, 2020
  • Laura Berger, Ripening, 2020
    Laura Berger, Ripening, 2020
Installation Views
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
  • Laura Berger installation image
News
  • Coming Soon: Laura Berger "Night Fruit"

    Coming Soon: Laura Berger "Night Fruit"

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  • Laura Berger painting, titled Community Garden, 2020

    Laura Berger

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