Dream-like and alien landscapes are taking to the walls of the Plaskett Gallery.
Un-Natural Landscapes, an exhibition of work by Alyx Essers, is on from Dec. 4 to 23 at the gallery at Massey Theatre.
“In this series, abstract mark making and materials are used together to form landscapes that seem alien or dream-like,” a press release says. “Natural raw materials are fused and joined together with chemical and synthetic products such as paint, adhesive glues, wall putty, caulking and clear coat.”
Items such as acorn hats, egg shells, moss, tree branches and beach shells all appear in the art.
“This series is a collection of Alyx’s artistic style and signature texture obsession that developed after graduating from her (bachelor of fine arts) program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and into her studies to become an art therapist,” the release says. “Alyx invites the audience to experience her paintings visually and to enjoy the richness of the canvas surfaces she has created.”
An opening reception is set for Friday, Dec. 7 from 4 to 7 p.m.
The show is on Dec. 4 to 23, and the gallery is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 1 to 5 p.m., by appointment or during Massey Theatre productions.
The theatre is at 735 Eighth Ave. See www.masseytheatre.com or call 604-517-5900 for information.
