Exhibition Spotlight: James Owens at Pilar Corrias Gallery
Pilar Corrias gallery is excited to showcase 'Allus Do It Fer Thissen,' a solo exhibition by artist James Owens. This display is part of Gallery 2, a special series highlighting works by artists without formal gallery representation at Pilar Corrias's Conduit Street location.
Theme and Inspiration
The title, derived from a Yorkshire saying meaning 'always do it for yourself,' reflects a theme of resilience that permeates the exhibition. Owens's paintings depict figures immersed in lush foliage or submerged within growing underbrush, navigating complex landscapes that symbolize survival, connection, and uncertainty. In Owens's universe, the natural environment and human presence are intertwined, influencing each other through subtle moments of tension, care, and resilience.
Natural Elements and Symbolism
In this latest series, flowers and plants stretch, lean, and communicate quietly. Nature emerges in unexpected places—breaking through cracks and reaching towards the sky with quiet determination. Owens portrays a world where flora becomes a language of perseverance, il...