Katrine Hildebrandt brings her unique perspective to the project with artwork inspired by sacred geometry and the exploration of space and time. Utilizing distinctive techniques, such as burning paper, she crafts layered, geometric patterns that invite viewers to consider the balance between chaos and order, and the fleeting nature of existence. Hildebrandt’s work serves as a visual anchor for the space while inviting a deeper appreciation for our interconnectedness through the lens of her meticulous patterns and meditative approach.

KATRINE HILDEBRANDT, Eternal Loop II, 2023, hand burnt lines, hand dyed fabric, reed and wire on dyed paper. Site-specific commission in collaboration with BK Art Projects.

Cassandra C. Jones’ Dandelion is a digital collage that encapsulates our technology-driven, image-obsessed society, offering a space for growth and exploration. Through a meticulous assembly of photographs, Jones weaves together sociopolitical narratives with elements of pop culture, presenting a layered exploration of American life that blends the whimsical with the profound and the beautiful, highlighting the complexity of our contemporary existence.

Pelle Casse’s photographic series is a testament to the art of capturing time and movement within a single frame. Employing a meticulous technique, Casse sets his camera on a tripod, shooting up to a thousand pictures over a span of one to two hours from an unchanging vantage point. He then intricately compiles selected figures into a final image, creating a unique still time-lapse effect. Despite the high level of editing, Casse’s process involves no alteration of the content itself; he does not change a single pixel but instead chooses what to include and exclude. The finished works are complex compositions and layered portrayal of a moment in time.

 

CASSANDRA C. JONES, Dandelion, 2019, archival inkjet on alpha-cellulose paper. Acquired through Abigail Ogilvy Gallery.

Woody De Othello’s works on paper extend his exploration of animating the inanimate. Focusing on common domestic items, these pieces showcase Othello’s skill in giving life to everyday objects, now transformed into engaging subjects on paper. Drawing from the African “Nkisi” belief of spirits inhabiting material objects, he infuses each piece with a unique spirit and personality. The objects, portrayed with a sense of humor and whimsy, appear to move and emote across the paper, stretched or slumped as though reacting to unseen forces. These works underscore Othello’s talent for blending traditional themes with contemporary artistry, turning static household items into captivating narratives of movement and emotion.

Karmimadeebora McMillan’s series of works on paper unfolds as a vibrant tapestry of color stories, echoing the intricate patterns and warmth of Southern quilts. Drawing from her childhood in the South, McMillan crafts these pieces into a cohesive narrative that, when displayed together, mirrors the communal and storytelling nature of quilt-making.

WOODY DE OTHELLO, Shifting Through Space, 2021, color aquatint and softground etching. Acquired through Paulson Fontaine Press.