Mathew Reichertz: Garbage
January 18 - April 3, 2016
Carleton University Art Gallery, Herzberg Laboratories, 1125 Colonel By Dr
January 18 - April 3, 2016
Carleton University Art Gallery, Herzberg Laboratories, 1125 Colonel By Dr
Curated by Robin Metcalfe
Produced by Saint Mary’s University Art Gallery, Halifax
From Jan. 18 until April 3, 2016
Painting delivers an immersive, narrative experience in Reichertz’s
transformation of CUAG’s entire lower floor into a giant comic book.
Reichertz tells one of the oldest stories around - that of an everyday
argument between neighbours - and sets it in a transitional north end
Halifax neighbourhood. Alternating between everyday activities and
imaginary scenes, between quiet reflection and explosive emotions, and
between light and dark in a manner reminiscent of film noir, Garbage
recalls the rich visual world of the graphic novel. Garbage expands
the narrative aspect that has characterized Reichertz’s work into a
new, psychologically charged realm that overlaps with popular culture.
Saint Mary’s University Art Gallery acknowledges Arts Nova Scotia,
Canada Council for the Arts and the Municipality of Halifax for their
support of this touring exhibition.
Produced by Saint Mary’s University Art Gallery, Halifax
From Jan. 18 until April 3, 2016
Painting delivers an immersive, narrative experience in Reichertz’s
transformation of CUAG’s entire lower floor into a giant comic book.
Reichertz tells one of the oldest stories around - that of an everyday
argument between neighbours - and sets it in a transitional north end
Halifax neighbourhood. Alternating between everyday activities and
imaginary scenes, between quiet reflection and explosive emotions, and
between light and dark in a manner reminiscent of film noir, Garbage
recalls the rich visual world of the graphic novel. Garbage expands
the narrative aspect that has characterized Reichertz’s work into a
new, psychologically charged realm that overlaps with popular culture.
Saint Mary’s University Art Gallery acknowledges Arts Nova Scotia,
Canada Council for the Arts and the Municipality of Halifax for their
support of this touring exhibition.