Nov 4th 2023

Charm

@ FLXST Contemporary

2251 S Michigan Ave, Suite 220, Chicago, IL 60616

Opening Saturday, November 4th, from 4PM - 7PM

On view through Saturday, December 16th

You are invited to the opening reception of “Charm” is Saturday, NOV 4, 2023, from 4 to 7 pm.

Charm, Co-curated by Laura Kina, Vincent de Paul Professor, the Art School, DePaul University, and Reevah Agarwaal.

Featuring work by:
Srishti Bahl
Izzy Cho
Cathy Hsiao
Sona Kim
Liz Merritt Kong
Lien Truong

“Charm” takes its title from Izzy Cho’s sculpture Charms at Rest, 2023, and is a serendipitous interplay of six Asian and Asian American femmes and thems, each contributing to the idea of “Charm” in its mystical, alluring, and superstitious interpretation.

The artworks featured in this exhibition embrace the decorative and feminist/queer aesthetics of ornamentation and excess. Each artist brings their unique palette, materiality, and identity to the interdisciplinary works, yet their collective presence creates a stunning tapestry of artistic expression and cultural commentary.

Charm is not merely a juxtaposition of the ornamental and the political; it’s a dialogue between mediums that honor traditional cultural rituals and weave it with modern imagery. It invites you to engage with the works not just as formal expressions but as part of a greater narrative that engages heritage and mythology with mundane objects in a playful manner. It underscores the interconnectedness of beliefs and aesthetics, illuminating how the experiences and identities of these artists echo in each other’s creations.

We invite you to immerse yourself in this enchanting journey and embrace the magical unity that emerges from these expressions. Witness the charming talismans created by these six artists—a symphony of visual storytelling and a testament to the profound connections that exist within the expressions of Charm.

2251 S Michigan Ave, Suite 220
Chicago, IL 60616

FLXST Contemporary is a contemporary fine arts and photography gallery located in the heart of Motor Row, Chicago. The gallery showcases emerging and mid-career artists’ highly evocative, uncompromising, and stunning artwork. FLXST Contemporary supports creating and exhibiting new artwork across all visual mediums. FLXST Contemporary works with and represents mainly diasporic im/migrant artists, LGBTQ+ identified artists, and BIPOC artists based in Chicago and other parts of the country. These artists produce thoughtful, aesthetically driven, timely, and sought-after work.

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