Join us at The ArtsKC Gallery in the Crossroads Arts District for Chromatic Reverie, the Artist in Residence Exit Show with Huey Lee, Izanna Perry, and Allison Achtenhagen.
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Chromatic Reverie marks the culmination of a year-long artistic exploration by KC Clay Guild’s three Artists in Residence: Huey Lee, Izanna Perry, and Allison Achtenhagen. The title, Chromatic Reverie, reflects both the vividness of the artists' work and the dreamlike quality of their creative journeys. The word "chromatic" emphasizes the vibrant use of color found in each artist’s practice. "Reverie" suggests a state of being pleasantly lost in one’s thoughts, pointing to the introspective nature of their work. This exit show not only celebrates the diverse creative expressions of Huey, Izanna, and Allison but also serves as a testament to their growth and dedication over the past year.
Huey Lee’s work brings forth narratives steeped in cultural heritage, religious influences, and the bittersweet taste of nostalgia. His drawings and sculptures are vibrant visual diaries that capture a spectrum of emotions, from trauma and anxiety to longing and desire. Using whimsical humor and found objects, Lee crafts characters that navigate between strength and vulnerability, reflecting his ongoing exploration of identity.
Izanna’s Sculptures explore the connection between the human body, the emotions within, and how they overflow into the physical world. She utilizes organic forms and shapes in her work that take on the role of a body and a home simultaneously, because a body is the only constant home we have.
Allison’s work begins on the potter’s wheel and is then transformed by combining, altering and piercing each piece. She strives to create pieces that are resolved and highly considered which makes them almost mechanical at first. Allison then finds ways to soften the pieces, physically or with glaze, to come to a piece that is both mechanical and human.
Join us on this journey through color, form, and narrative, as we celebrate the talent and dedication of Huey Lee, Izanna Perry, and Allison Achtenhagen.
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