Thomas Smith: SUBARIUM II "reprise"
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Wed, Feb 21, 2024 - Sat, Mar 23, 2024 11am - 4pm
Location
Akron Soul Train
191 S Main St
Details
Emerging Sculptor Thomas Smith’s Exhibit “SUBARIUM II reprise” Explores the Illusion of Permanence
In “SUBARIUM II reprise,” Thomas Smith combines materials from big box stores with contained terrariums to generate a sense of security and quality. However, upon second look, the viewer may see past the façade of what may look safe to what is substandard. Perhaps it is even denying growth and positive change. Smith’s sculptures dare to ask questions about survival, public image, and the landscape of today.
“Akin to an ecosystem enclosed in a terrarium, my sculptures depict a vibrant but, ultimately, unsustainable artificial environment. As plants within the terrarium grow, competition for space intensifies, turning the once-comfortable space into a struggle for survival. The metaphor extends to suburban America, where curated living conditions prioritize aesthetics over functionality, reflecting an impermanent American Dream.”
— Thomas Smith
An opening reception for Thomas Smith’s “SUBARIUM II reprise” will be held at Akron Soul Train Gallery on Thursday, February 22, from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM. The exhibit is free and open to the public February 21 - March 23, 2024, in the CapSOUL Gallery.
