Artist in residence Amiri Farris exhibits in Athens, GA
The Lyndon House Arts Center, 211 Hoyt St. in Athens, Ga., is currently hosting an exhibition featuring the paintings and collages of Culture and Community artist in residence Amiri Farris through October 5, 2024.
Farris will give a talk on the exhibition at a public reception at the Lyndon House from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 25. The event is sponsored by the Culture and Community partnership, which will also present a Summer Fun Zine Workshop with Farris from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27. Participants will create their own zine as well as receive a special-edition zine by Farris. The workshop is free and open to the public but registration is required. For further information, call (706) 613-3623 ex. 7607.
Farris’s work delves into themes of history, culture, perception, and time, resonating with audiences from all walks of life. Through his innovative style, with paint, collage and large scale, Farris blurs the lines between contemporary cultures and pop traditions. Each work of art bursts forth with vibrancy, utilizing bold colors, super black lines, and intricate details. While initially appearing to depict tangible objects, closer inspection reveals a fusion of familiar representational elements and non-objective abstraction, inviting viewers to explore the depths of the artist’s interpretations.