INVITATION to Opening Reception of Contemporary Realism Exhibit
Tuesday October 15, 2024
5 - 8 PM
200 SE 7th Ave.
Delray Beach, FL 33483

Art Evolution Gallery is pleased to announce its premiere exhibit taking place October 12 through November 16th, 2024. The exhibit “Contemporary Realism” will feature artwork from local South Florida artists creating representational art in a variety of styles. The gallery, located in Chapel 4 at 200 SE 7^th Ave., in Delray Beach Marina district has been  a hidden gem of a galley by art enthusiasts, collectors and visitors to the galley.

Contemporary Realism is a strong art movement today, often in conflict with advocates of abstract inpressionists.  In some ways we are reminded of the rise of impressionists in the 18th century despite opposition from the art establisment and art guilds.  The movement signified a return to a straightforward representation of life via figurative artworks. A loosely connected and disparate group of initial artists borrowed heavily from roots embedded earlier by the 19^th century painters who aimed to depict the real rather than the ideal. Yet these new artists, proficient in modern art, employed this mission in a decidedly fresh fashion that built upon tradition while incorporating a contemporary sophistication and techniques in line with the current times. Reality suddenly became cool again swathed in the unique perspectives of artists working with, and documenting, their own experiences within a 21st century world.