Architecture Parlante
The Slingluff Gallery is proud to present Architecture Parlante, an exhibition of new work by Erin Murray. "Architecture parlante"--literally, "architecture that speaks"-- is a type of building or structure that tells you about itself through its design. A classic example would be the hot-dog-shaped hot dog stand. Murray's interpretation of the term points us to more subtle and nuanced examples of architectural absurdity: a rowhouse dolled up as an Italian villa for the purpose of serving penne alla vodka to folks in Clifton Heights, a humble cinderblock building more interesting for the graffiti on its backside than anything on its front, and endless rows of enthusiastically trimmed brick boxes.
In exquisitely rendered paintings and drawings Murray explores the humor, humility, beauty, and ultimately the humanity to be found in our built environment. Working in both oil on panel, and charcoal and graphite on paper, Murray allows us to see how even our vernacular or "low" architecture can tell us about itself, and beauty, in subtle and not-so-subtle ways.
Join me at the opening Saturday February 5 from 6 to 9!
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