The exhibit Honing In showcases Martha Shaw's oil paintings that focus on recurring subjects such as calla lilies and a fictional beachside structure. By emphasizing the same forms in varying light and composition, Shaw invites a deeper examination of the ordinary. The exhibition opens with a series of calla lilies, each painted with a unique sensibility against muted backgrounds. The structure of pairing and clustering paintings encourages dialogue between works. Shaw's thoughtful repetition highlights transformation in perception, suggesting that sustained observation can elevate the familiar to the extraordinary.
Martha Shaw's exhibition, Honing In, emphasizes the transformative power of focused observation through repeated depictions of familiar subjects like calla lilies and an invented beachside building.
In Honing In, Shaw presents calla lilies against softly shaded backgrounds, exploring the nuanced interplay between the object and its surroundings through subtle variations in light and texture.
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