Notre Mer
Gallery Fifty One is thrilled to announce a new group exhibition as part of the gallery鈥檚 25th anniversary celebration, dedicated entirely to the captivating theme of the sea. This exhibition serves as a continuation of the show which was curated on water back in 2011. Over the past 13 years, much has transpired, leading to a profound shift in our perception of water鈥檚 significance in our lives. We鈥檝e finally but still too slowly come to realise that the Earth鈥檚 water resources are finite, amplifying the importance of conserving this precious element.
The sea embodies both breathtaking beauty and unforgiving brutality. Its waves possess the power to evoke sheer joy for surfers, yet they also harbour the potential for catastrophic destruction, wreaking havoc on countless individuals and entire communities. The tragic tsunamis that struck South Asia serve as poignant reminders of the sea鈥檚 formidable power. Moreover, the Mediterranean, once revered as a picturesque destination for dreams and leisurely vacations, has tragically transformed in recent years. It has become a symbol of human negligence and environmental degradation, resembling more of a coffin and a trash bin than a sanctuary of serenity.
In this exhibition, the goal is to delve into the enchanting beauty, dreams, and poetry evoked by the sea.
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Gallery Fifty One is thrilled to announce a new group exhibition as part of the gallery鈥檚 25th anniversary celebration, dedicated entirely to the captivating theme of the sea. This exhibition serves as a continuation of the show which was curated on water back in 2011. Over the past 13 years, much has transpired, leading to a profound shift in our perception of water鈥檚 significance in our lives. We鈥檝e finally but still too slowly come to realise that the Earth鈥檚 water resources are finite, amplifying the importance of conserving this precious element.
The sea embodies both breathtaking beauty and unforgiving brutality. Its waves possess the power to evoke sheer joy for surfers, yet they also harbour the potential for catastrophic destruction, wreaking havoc on countless individuals and entire communities. The tragic tsunamis that struck South Asia serve as poignant reminders of the sea鈥檚 formidable power. Moreover, the Mediterranean, once revered as a picturesque destination for dreams and leisurely vacations, has tragically transformed in recent years. It has become a symbol of human negligence and environmental degradation, resembling more of a coffin and a trash bin than a sanctuary of serenity.
In this exhibition, the goal is to delve into the enchanting beauty, dreams, and poetry evoked by the sea.
Artists on show
- Alexandre Christiaens
- Arpais Du Bois
- Bruno V. Roels
- David Horvitz
- David Shrigley
- Deanna Templeton
- Dirk Braeckman
- Éric Manigaud
- Erika Cotteleer
- Franc抬ois Halard
- Friederike Von Rauch
- Harry Gruyaert
- Jacques Sonck
- Jacques-Henri Lartigue
- Johan De Wilde
- John Van Oers
- Katrien De Blauwer
- Mark van den Brink
- Masao Yamamoto
- Nino Migliori
- Philip Aguirre y Otegui
- Romain Laprade