Group Exhibition

THRESHOLD

January 20th - February 10th, 2024

THRESHOLD
GROUP EXHIBITION
EXHIBITION DATES: JAN 20TH - FEB 10 2024
OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, JAN 20TH / 6:00 - 9:00 PM
GALLERY HOURS: TUES - SAT / 1 PM - 6 PM
NEW IMAGE ART. 7920 SANTA MONICA BLVD. LOS ANGELES. CA. 90046

New Image Art is pleased to present "Threshold”, a group exhibition debuting emerging abstract and figurative artists pushing the boundaries of cognitive interpretation. Join the gallery for the opening reception Saturday, January 20, 2024 from 6-9 PM PST.

ARTISTS

Tianshu Zhang

Peter Chan

Gbenga Komolafe

Hiva A. Alizadeh

Almendra Bertoni

Tyrrell Tapaha

Armani Howard

In the context of perception, heuristics refer to mental shortcuts or “rules of thumb” that enable us to quickly make decisions, form judgments, and solve problems. These cognitive strategies are programmed in animals and humans to enable survival under critical circumstances, and are thus based on instinct, experience, and common sense rather than extensive reasoning or analysis.

For contemporary art, heuristic interpretation varies based on art historical background and formal training. Art history savants may have heuristics encompassing a comprehensive cornucopia of cultural references, symbol recognition, and stylistic categorizations which enable more nuanced judgments. On the other hand, individuals without such a formal background can bring a fresh and raw perspective, and their heuristics entail more emotional and personal responses to the aesthetics of the artwork.

“Threshold” delves into the psychology of interpretation, embracing the cognitive diversity inherent in the act of both art creation and art consumption.