Monday, May 23, 2011

Cultural Event #2



Space Gallery on Sante Fe Drive has been a primary catalyst for the era of abstraction in the Denver art scene. Galileo's Garden, Space's latest abstract incarnation, features husband-wife duo Monica and Tyler Aiello. Monica is the painter, using mostly acrylic, ink and fiber on panel in organic designs similar to amoebas or possibly different types of flora. To complement her work, Tyler is the sculptor doing floor and wall installations in hand-forged steel. Recurring circular patterns add depth, texture and color to the space. The floor installations seem to give a sense of functionality, as if the pieces are furniture and decor for an alien creature. The show was enjoyable, the gallery is very spacious unlike some of the surrounding galleries. I always found Space Gallery to be tasteful, current and very reflective of Colorado taste.
 

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