| A solo exhibit by Meryl Pataky Opening Reception | October 14th, 6 - 9pm Exhibition Dates | October 14th - November 5th, 2016 Stephanie Chefas Projects 305 SE 3rd Avenue #202 Portland, OR 97214 Gallery hours: Wed - Sat, 1 - 6pm & by appointment Contact: info@stephaniechefas.com / 503.719.694 Stephanie Chefas Projects is delighted to present COLORWAYS, a stunning solo exhibition featuring new neon work from Oakland based artist Meryl Pataky. With previous exhibits, Pataky frequently employed text and organic elements to explore the cosmos and our place in it. COLORWAYS sees Pataky veering away from strict figurative language and delving into the realm of abstract. Drawing upon her desire to break new ground as |  |
well as fortify her devotion to light, COLORWAYS explores aesthetic through experimentation to mind to blowing effect. While vibrant hues of blue, pink and green are present in COLORWAYS, the color white predominates. In color theory white is a collection of all colors, much like a prism, and therefore remains a constant theme in the artist's current work. "Light is how we see the world around us and the science of that is contained in these vessels harboring noble gas and electricity. Both additive and subtractive color theory are present in a neon tube", states Pataky. "Subtractive being the light, phosphor powders (when present) being the additive".
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In addition to a new level of attention towards hue, Patkay experiments with adding chrome block and borax crystals to the tubes in an effort to soften the neon to the background. In certain works, Pataky completely obscures the face of the neon, thereby leaving a cast light as the main viewable element. "By experimenting as much as possible with my medium, I find that I continue to see joy in the medium", says Pataky. "Right now experimentation is a huge part of my process".
Taking the scientific feel of the show even further, Pataky rejects the idea of hiding wires and power sources. Instead she chooses to exaggerate it in certain works and arrangements to demonstrate the entirety of the elements involved - similar to a painter showcasing a raw stretched canvas and its imperfect sides without a frame or a welder keeping raw welds instead of finishing them smooth.
The opening reception for COLORWAYS will be held at Stephanie Chefas Projects on Friday, October 14th from 6 - 9pm. Stephanie Chefas Projects is located in Portland, Oregon at 305 SE 3rd Avenue on the second floor of the Urban Row building. The exhibition will be on view through November 5th, 2016 and is free and open to the public.
Taking the scientific feel of the show even further, Pataky rejects the idea of hiding wires and power sources. Instead she chooses to exaggerate it in certain works and arrangements to demonstrate the entirety of the elements involved - similar to a painter showcasing a raw stretched canvas and its imperfect sides without a frame or a welder keeping raw welds instead of finishing them smooth.
The opening reception for COLORWAYS will be held at Stephanie Chefas Projects on Friday, October 14th from 6 - 9pm. Stephanie Chefas Projects is located in Portland, Oregon at 305 SE 3rd Avenue on the second floor of the Urban Row building. The exhibition will be on view through November 5th, 2016 and is free and open to the public.
ABOUT MERYL PATAKY
Originally from South Florida, Meryl Pataky moved to San Francisco in 2002 to attend the Academy of Art University. She fell in love with the tactile nature of sculpture and pursued a BFA in the major. Meryl’s work consistently revolves around
elements found on the periodic table. From silver and copper to neon, iron and carbon, Meryl creates a variety of abstract works that relate to her concept of universal connectedness. In doing so, Meryl combines technical expertise – from welding to glasswork to papermaking – with her own personal narrative, building complex pieces that invite the viewer to guess at what thoughts and experiences influenced her process.
Originally from South Florida, Meryl Pataky moved to San Francisco in 2002 to attend the Academy of Art University. She fell in love with the tactile nature of sculpture and pursued a BFA in the major. Meryl’s work consistently revolves around
elements found on the periodic table. From silver and copper to neon, iron and carbon, Meryl creates a variety of abstract works that relate to her concept of universal connectedness. In doing so, Meryl combines technical expertise – from welding to glasswork to papermaking – with her own personal narrative, building complex pieces that invite the viewer to guess at what thoughts and experiences influenced her process.
ABOUT STEPHANIE CHEFAS PROJECTS
Stephanie Chefas Projects is the labor of love from its owner, Stephanie Chefas, who has been independently curating art exhibits for nearly a decade in Los Angeles and San Francisco, among others. Now calling Portland home, Chefas retains an eye for cutting - edge and often challenging work that demands attention. Highlighting a diverse blend of contemporary artists from around the world, the gallery features monthly exhibitions with an emphasis on cultivating new talent and encouraging risk and evolution among established visionaries. With endeavors like HEATWAVE and SELFIE, Chefas also maintains her unique ability to coordinate group shows with distinct concepts that allow artists plenty of breathing room to interpret and explore. Stephanie Chefas Projects is the result of both pass ion and dedication as well as commitment toward sharing the best in contemporary art with enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Stephanie Chefas Projects is the labor of love from its owner, Stephanie Chefas, who has been independently curating art exhibits for nearly a decade in Los Angeles and San Francisco, among others. Now calling Portland home, Chefas retains an eye for cutting - edge and often challenging work that demands attention. Highlighting a diverse blend of contemporary artists from around the world, the gallery features monthly exhibitions with an emphasis on cultivating new talent and encouraging risk and evolution among established visionaries. With endeavors like HEATWAVE and SELFIE, Chefas also maintains her unique ability to coordinate group shows with distinct concepts that allow artists plenty of breathing room to interpret and explore. Stephanie Chefas Projects is the result of both pass ion and dedication as well as commitment toward sharing the best in contemporary art with enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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