TRANSFIGURED

Curated by Debbie Dickinson
DEBBIE DICKINSON

Welcome to Transfigured, an exhibition that immerses you in the transformative interplay between abstraction and figuration in contemporary art. This collection reimagines the familiar, dissolving conventional boundaries to reveal a space where existence itself is transfigured.

At the heart of Transfigured is an exploration of heightened perception, inviting viewers on a journey beyond the ordinary. This resonates with the philosophies of Wassily Kandinsky, who saw art as a pathway to the soul and a bridge to the universe. In this spirit, the exhibition contemplates the mysteries of existence and our place in the cosmos, with each artwork serving as a portal for introspection and the contemplation of interconnectedness.

The exhibition brings together a wide array of mediums—vivid canvases, sculptural installations, mixed media, and art photography—that add rich layers to the narrative. This diversity amplifies the complexity of human emotion and reflects the multifaceted essence of existence. The textural and visual depths of these works invite you to fully engage, experiencing art as a sensory and intellectual immersion.

Central to this exploration is the concept of neoform, an approach that melds figuration with abstraction. This fusion encourages viewers to question conventional distinctions, allowing artists to communicate complex ideas through familiar shapes intertwined with abstract elements. In this dialogue between tangible and intangible, we encounter reflections of our own realities, challenging us to reframe our interpretations of art and life.

Transfigured emphasizes the role of personal interpretation, inviting each viewer to connect deeply with the artworks. Each artist’s vision opens doors to multiple layers of meaning, encouraging a dynamic interaction that extends beyond the gallery, touching upon universal themes of existence, identity, and connection.

Themes of representation course through the exhibition, presenting both realistic and stylized interpretations that convey complex narratives. Artists explore the essence of the human experience, bridging reality and abstraction to reflect the intricate journey of life and the mysteries beyond.

This exhibition is more than a showcase; it is a call for collectors, connoisseurs, and art lovers to engage with contemporary expressions that resonate within our cultural moment. Join us in Transfigured, where the pursuit of meaning, the contemplation of our afterlife, and the beauty of fine art converge, reminding us that we are all woven into the vast, intricate tapestry of the universe.

ABOUT THE GALLERY

Founded in 2010 by Debbie Dickinson, the Debbie Dickinson Gallery has become a prominent force in Post-Modern Fine Art, with over a hundred exhibitions across major art hubs like New York, Nantucket, The Hamptons, Palm Beach, Wynwood, Paris, and Art Basel Miami Beach. Celebrated for a discerning approach to curation, the gallery showcases both emerging talents and established artists, earning accolades from ChaShaMa and top art critics. Beginning with Influence in Chelsea’s Arts District, the gallery’s journey expanded to exhibitions such as Ombre at Union Square, Chroma at Calligaris, Harvest and Ocean at 456 West Broadway, Cerebral at 37 West 57th Street, and events like the Art on Paper Fair and the Milk Factory in Williamsburg. Prior to founding the gallery, Debbie Dickinson was an international supermodel, collaborating with prominent artists and designers. In this new chapter, she continues to inspire as a muse and leader, positioning the Debbie Dickinson Gallery as a global authority and trusted advisor in Post-Modern Fine Art.

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MIKE COCKRILL

Mike Cockrill - Bouquet
Mike Cockrill - Four Bronze Figures

BILL BUCHMAN

ANTHONY HADEN-GUEST

Anthony Haden-Guest - Not Valid
Anthony Haden-Guest - Please Clarify

INGA KHURIEVA

ELENA SEROFF

EVAN SEBASTIAN LAGACHE

Evan Sebastian Lagache - Combustion in the Clouds

DEBORAH PERLMAN

Deborah Perlman - Screen Shot 8

RICK SECEN

CHRIS WELLER

Chris Weller - Portrait of Lemon Anderson
Chris Weller - Triborough

SETH HOWE

Seth Howe - Sculpture
Seth Howe - Spin Series A

ARTIST BIOGRAPHIES

MIKE COCKRILL

 

BILL BUCHMAN
Bill Buchman is a New York based artist, musician, educator and author whose expressive work draws on his extensive musical background. An intimate familiarity with what is meant by a harmony, a melody and a rhythm inform his every move with the paintbrush. Buchman’s career has spanned more than fifty years and he is known for abstractions characterized as “symphonies of space, form and color.” His figures are described as “lightning bursts of energy condensed into a fine line.”

www.billbuchman.com
@billbuchman

Anthony Haden Guest Headshot - Debbie Dickinson Gallery

ANTHONY HADEN-GUEST

Anthony Haden—Guest was smitten by cartoonery and caricature, the likes of which Aubrey Beardsley George Herriman of Krazy Kat, Winsor McCay of Little Nemo and Slumberland, Max Beerbohm, the infamous Caran d’Ache, James Thurber and Pete Arno from the get-go. The shrinkage of America’s once vibrant cartoon culture has been doleful, with all those busy hands sidetracked into making memes, but he feels that these unnerving
times –collapsing structures, weird evolving behaviors, dark futures –offer rich pickings to an alert cartoonist.

@anthonyhadenguest

INGA KHURIEVA

 

ELENA SEROFF

 

Evan Sebastian Lagache

EVAN SEBASTIAN LAGACHE
Born from Nirvana, a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self. The subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth. Raised by rhythm, his art emulates visions of growth and decline through passing time. Rising and falling with the tides, his work follows light to escape darkness.

www.evanlagache.com
@evanlagache

DEBORAH PERLMAN

 

RICK SECEN

 

CHRIS WELLER

 

SETH HOWE

 

THANK YOU

Debbie Dickinson, Kristopher Johnson-Hoyle, and Jose Zavala and the visionary artists – Mike Cockrill, Bill Buchman, Anthony Haden-Guest, Inga Khurieva, Elena Seroff, Evan Sebastian Lagache, Deborah Perlman, Rick Secen, Chris Weller, and Seth Howe – unite in heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsors. Your unwavering support has brought our collective vision to life, and we are forever grateful for your commitment to spreading the message of emerging philosophies and boundless creativity throughout New York City and beyond. 

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