I stopped by
G Gallery Houston today to preview work which will be displayed Saturday at the “Sho Hot” Opening Reception. This is a non-thematic, group exhibit gathered around the idea of “Houston movers and shakers”. Artists on board: Patrick Bresnan, Casey Arguelles Gregory, Tommy Gregory, David Hardaker, Randall L. Kallinen, Cody Ledvina, Lynet McDonald, Rahul Mitra, Sebastian Montes, Brad Moody, Erika Pochybova, Mark Ponder, Ariane Roesch, Megan Spacek, Jacob Spacek.The two standout piece
s for me are from Jacob Spacek and Bradford Moody (although David Hardaker and Tommy Gregory had yet to drop their work by). Spacek’s expressionist portrait is on a wood panel and framed with raw 1″x4″ like you’d get from Home Depot. This natural/crude presentation compliments the paint work very well in that both indicate an experienced hand at work which may be dismissed by those seeking “perfection” in craft. Spacek’s ability to create an emotive face with maybe 9 brush strokes is quite impressive, I think. The use of negative space is quite smart and the balance of red and blue I think is just right.
Tying for 1st place is one of three pieces from Moody. His work is always characterized by rough brushstrokes which can likewise be dismissed by people seeking “perfect” technique. The presentation, however, is super clean with 8-ply mat board and a simple black frame. I praise Moody for upping his game and getting off of cardboard and having his work presented to gallery/museum standards. This particular piece showcases his high level of skill in using color and placement of objects within his compositions. Once you get into the composition, however, his storytelling takes off.Now I have to go google “arone”…All photos by Matt Adams.
Brad Moody
Jacob Spacek