We all live in the tension of duality. As humans, we experience the dichotomy between the physical and metaphysical and attempt to balance along the tightrope of the tangible and intangible. The contemporary sculpture in this national survey aims to illuminate binary structures by connecting objective forms with subjective perception, emotion, and cognition.

The exhibition features multiple sculptural approaches that employ diverse materials to punctuate the ongoing dialog between traditional techniques and ultramodern art-making processes. The included artists represent a range of perspectives that contribute unique philosophical interpretations to the theme of duality. The framework of opposing forces, both concrete and conceptual, has been utilized to link the artwork on view and bridge different studio practices.

The Dualities exhibition was developed in collaboration with guest curator Jimmy Rhea. Rhea is a sculptor and educator who incorporates casting techniques, forging processes, carpentry, and electronics into his artwork. Pieces on display were selected to inspire an investigation of the mysteries, humor, and dualism inherent in our shared experiences.

Featuring:

Line Bruntse

Dale Castellucci

Gordon Chandler

Yvonne Christine

Eric Fuetes

Dawn Holder

Kris Kuksi

Pat Lasch

Mary Bates Neubauer

Ben Pederson

Ashan Pridgon

Jimmy Rhea

Mike Rea

Lydia Ricci

Kevin Shunn

Keri Straka

Matt Toole

Kristen Tordella-Williams

Dualities Exhibition Programs:

• Thurs. Oct. 9, 6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dualities Artist Talk with Kevin Shunn. Doors open at 5:00 pm. At Pensacola Museum of Art. 

• Thurs. Nov. 6, 6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dualities Artist Talk with Dawn Holder. At University of West Florida, Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Room 206.

• Fri. Nov. 7, 5:00 – 5:30 pm: Dualities Curator Tour with Museum Director, Nicholas Croghan. At Pensacola Museum of Art. 

• Fri. Nov. 7, 6:00 – 7:00 pm: Dualities Panel Discussion with artists Dawn Holder, Kevin Shunn, Jimmy Rhea, and Kristen Tordella-Williams. Doors open at 5:30 pm. At Voices of Pensacola. 

• Fri. Jan. 9, 5:00 – 7:00 pm: Dualities Closing Reception, with brief “Pecha Kucha” style artist presentations by Line Bruntse, Dale Castellucci, Yvonne Christine, and Ashan Pridgon. At Pensacola Museum of Art.