The article discusses Katherine Bernhardt's exhibit 'Sidewalk Chalk' at David Zwirner in LA, which evokes the essence of childhood through vibrant pop culture iconography. It reflects on how sidewalk chalk symbolizes spontaneous creativity and communal expression. Bernhardt's work features oversized depictions of beloved characters like Garfield and ET, enhancing their cultural significance. The exhibition captures the joy and chaos associated with childhood, blending fantasy with elements of daily life, such as butter, to sort of critique and elevate the nostalgia tied to these icons.
Chalk is harmless but formative. It's a tool of imagination and expression, transforming ordinary concrete into temporary canvases for vibrant drawings, games, and messages.
Bernhardt paints Garfield, ET, Cookie Monster with a childhood wonder, enlarging their personas to double human size, like doubling down the imprint these cartoon characters have had on our lives.
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