100th Exhibition Party and Opening Reception – Karl X.Hauser: A Map of Our Catharsis

Please join us in celebrating our 100th Exhibition and the Opening Reception for Karl X. Hauser’s solo exhibition, A Map of Our Catharsis, featuring selections from Hauser’s recent explorations in 3-D printed sculpture.

Cathartic, indeed, Hauser’s figures appear to grapple with the grittier emotions that emerge from both the personal and collective experiences of trauma and anticipation of an unpleasant, unwelcome future looming on the horizon, if not already at our doorstep. One might recognize grimaces, abject despondence, stark recognition and glee even, with a sense of vulnerability and even possibly hope underlying the ever so human stances of the personages assembled here.

Freed from the confines of traditional sculpture making, Hauser’s 3-D prints still resonate with his previous body of cast metal and resin work marked by surface textures such as Styrofoam and burlap. Now joined by pieces exuding a sense of inflated puffiness, past series, such as Balloon Man and the cars, find new play while characters wielding electrical parts make their appearance in this show of Hauser’s new work.

Drop in any time between 1 and 4 pm, Saturday, October 5th. Greet the artist, check out the new work in the gallery and enjoy the light refreshments on our lovely outdoor deck. All are welcome at this fun free event with free street parking in the nearby neighborhood. While you’re in the building check out GearBox Gallery, just downstairs.