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Opening Wednesday, January 24th. 7:00 pm | In Search of Dreams

We are is pleased to present “In Search of Dreams,” our first group exhibition of 2024, featuring new sculptures and paintings by Izere Antoine, Brian Kansiime Lister, Ejiro Fenegal, Odeyemi Oluwaseun, Ismael Kwizera, Chidimma Nwafor, and Junior Mudahunga.


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Artist : Brian Lister. Echoes across Infinity. Oil and acrylic on canvas. 2024.


In this exhibition we embark on a visual and emotional journey that delves into the intricate tapestry of pursuing one’s goals and the transitional phases encountered on the path to fulfillment. This exhibition unfolds as a poignant exploration of the human spirit, navigating the delicate dance between aspiration and attainment.


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Ejiro Fenegal and Chidimma Nwafor are making their debut exhibition in Houston, Texas. Additionally, Izere Antoine, Brian Kansiime Lister, Ejiro Fenegal, Odeyemi Oluwaseun, Ismael Kwizera, Chidimma Nwafor, and Junior Mudahunga will be returning for the year 2024.


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Artist: Ejiro Fenegal. Ovieya. Bonded Stones. 20 x 10 x 7 in. 2024.


“In search of Dreams” showcases a diverse array of artistic expressions, encompassing landscape paintings, portraiture paintings, and sculptures. The artists utilize various mediums, including oil and acrylic paints, charcoal, and conte crayons, skillfully crafting captivating compositions on both canvas and bonded stone surfaces.


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Artist: Junior Mudahunga. Kicukiro. Acrylic on canvas. 7 X 11 in. 2023


Life, with its myriad complexities, presents a continuous dance between aspiration and realization. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the nuanced moments during this journey – the contemplative pauses, the uncertain pathways, and the transformative periods that shape us.  


In this exhibition, the art becomes a mirror reflecting the shared human endeavor to transform aspirations into reality, and in doing so, discover the profound beauty that lies within the pursuit itself.

 

Opening Reception: Wednesday. January, 24th. 7- 9 pm.

Public Viewing: January 24th to February 10th, 2024. 

Address: 2220 Commerce Street #D, Houston, Texas. 77002.

 

For questions or inquiries, please contact [email protected]

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