• BLANK SPACE is pleased to present PLAY, an exhibition exploring themes of joy and childlike wonder, and what it means to incorporate the idea of play into fine art. Delve into a world where imagination knows no bounds and creativity blossoms uninhibitedly. Through a vibrant collection of wall installations, multi-dimensional art, and photography, this exhibition celebrates the universal language of play that transcends age and culture.

     

    Featured in the exhibition are artists Byungjin Kim, Yuki Matsueda, Miguel Vallinas, Elyce Abrams and Jonny Detiger, and it will be live in our viewing room from September 12th - October 15th.

  • Yuki Matsueda, The Cards (Gold set)

    Yuki Matsueda

    The Cards (Gold set)
    Acrylic, Trump cards and PET
    5 7/8 x 4 3/4 x 3 1/2 in each

    Edition 2/13
  • Close Ups of 'The Cards'
    • Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
      Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
    • Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
      Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
    • Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
      Yuki Matsueda, Be Ready to Run
  • YUKI MATSUEDA

    YUKI MATSUEDA

    Yuki Matsueda (b. 1980) was born in Ibaraki province in Japan and received a Ph.D. in Design at Tokyo University of Arts. Growing up as the son of print shop owners, Yuki Matsueda had early exposure to prints, and went on to study art and design. 

    Matsueda's current practice involves backing prints, PET casting, and shaping, breathing new life and humor into his pieces. His tongue-in-cheek works that celebrate movement and dynamicism, by depiciting his subject's escape from flatness.

  • Yuki Matsueda, Today's Happy Colors!

    Yuki Matsueda

    Today's Happy Colors!
    Paint tube, wood and PET
    16 1/8 x 16 1/8 x 14 1/8 in
    Set of 8
    Edition of 10
  • ELYCE ABRAMS

    ELYCE ABRAMS

    Elyce Abrams uses texture and brushwork to craft abstract paintings that delve into individual narratives, delving into subjects like acceptance, conformity, and defiance. By employing a diverse palette, luminosity, and intricate patterns, she initiates a thought-provoking conversation in her artworks that captivates and encourages viewers to reconsider their interpretation of the piece. The artworks selected for this exhibition showcase her playful nature- using bright colours and visual manipulations to create gemometrical masterpieces. With a strong artistic background, Abrams has showcased her creations widely across the United States and has earned multiple grants and accolades to sustain her artistic endeavors.

  • Elyce Abrams, Weekdays
  • JONNY DETIGER

    JONNY DETIGER

    “Art, fashion, design and music have always been an integral part of my life and art.  I move freely between these disciplines. Happiness, humor, and positivity are common themes that run through all of my work." - Jonny Detiger

     

    Detiger’s designs are known to celebrate life, and joyfully bridge the gap between the everyday and the sublime. His signature style of intricate line art and mixed media sculpture takes the viewer on an exploration of human interaction through a kaleidoscope of iconic imagery, text, color, and light.

  • Jonny Detiger, Love is the Message
  • Jonny Detiger, Surfs Up

    Jonny Detiger

    Surfs Up
    Watercolor and ink on paper
    40 x 40 in
    101.6 x 101.6 cm
  • Miguel Vallinas

    Miguel Vallinas

    Miguel Vallinas is a contemporary digital photographer whose work explores surrealist impulses and historical references through a very contemporary lens. He is known for his unique visual style which isolates the subject in a black void, creating a contrast between the bold color palettes of his subject and the depth of the background. The works in these series represent a subversion on the word play, by featuring whimsical out-of-the-box objects in a dinner setting.

     

    • Miguel Vallinas, No. 12 (Pool)
      Miguel Vallinas, No. 12 (Pool)
    • Miguel Vallinas, No. 20 (Parachute Shrimp)
      Miguel Vallinas, No. 20 (Parachute Shrimp)
    • Miguel Vallinas, No. 29 (Jelly Beans)
      Miguel Vallinas, No. 29 (Jelly Beans)
  • Byungjin Kim

    Byungjin Kim

    Byungjin Kim is a master of steel sculpture, crafting elaborate figures and shapes by welding countless letters, logos, and symbols together. His labor-intensive process involves forming each individual piece of steel, sanding and painting the welded areas, and then heating the artwork in a kiln. His 'Love Is' series features the word love constructed in steel, placed on monochrome canvas. Through this series, Kim wishes to convey a message of hope and joy, inspired by the joy his daughter brought into his life. 
  • Byungjin Kim, Love is (b)
  • Byungjin Kim, Love (Red)

    Byungjin Kim

    Love (Red)
    Car paint on steel
    5 7/8 x 5 7/8 x 15 in
    15 x 15 x 38 cm
  • Byungjin Kim, Love-Love (Matte Red)

    Byungjin Kim

    Love-Love (Matte Red)
    Car paint on steel
    21 5/8 x 21 5/8 x 4 3/8 in
    55 x 55 x 11 cm
    • Byungjin Kim, Toy-Love (Bear)
      Byungjin Kim, Toy-Love (Bear)
    • Byungjin Kim, Toy-Love (Hippo)
      Byungjin Kim, Toy-Love (Hippo)
  • Byungjin's Installation Images
  • CONTACT US

    Please email Nana Lee at nanalee@blankspaceart.com for any questions regarding our services.