Button Studios is thrilled to announce "Light Baths: Environments Reflected," a captivating solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Jarid Blue. This unique showcase explores years of the artist’s journey in capturing the intricate interplay between human bodies and their surroundings. Through meticulously photographed images, Jarid bathes bodies in vibrant projections, creating interactive, co-creative spaces that champion body positivity and comfort within one's skin. Visitors are invited to engage in a deep conversation about human identity viewed through an intimate and transformative lens.
The exhibition features a series of large-format prints that highlight the dynamic relationship between organic and human-made architectures on the human form. These selected works resonate between the structures of biological forms inherent in the natural world and the contrasting rigid landscapes of urban environments. Jarid Blue's artistry navigates the evolving interplay between technology and humanity, reflecting on the progressive transformation, refinement, and optimization within our society. The artist crafts a sanctuary that invites viewers to reconnect with their innermost selves, offering a profound space for introspection and self-expression.
On opening night, Jarid Blue will present an immersive installation. Guests are invited to actively participate in the creation process as patterns and images drawn from the surrounding architecture and neighborhood of Button Studios are projected onto attendees. This transformation turns participants into living works of art, forging a deeper connection to their environment. This interactive experience will pave the way for a follow-up show at the end of the month, where newly captured images and videos will be showcased.
Join us for a night of transformative art to explore how our surroundings imprint upon us, and how we, in turn, leave our mark on them
Button Studios is honored to introduce Oliver Ehmig as the inaugural artist in our mission to collaborate and showcase voices with a powerful message and vision for a better world.
Ehmig's work embodies the essence of our mission to uncover hidden corners of our world and spark meaningful conversations around positive change. Through his compelling visual narratives, Ehmig delves into the complexities of the human experience, shedding light on the often-overlooked aspects of humanity. His art challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths and inspires us to imagine a more just and equitable world. Join us as we embark on this transformative journey with Oliver, whose lens reveals the profound and often unseen layers of our shared humanity.
Oliver Ehmig is more than a photographer; he is a passionate explorer and storyteller, delving into the overlooked corners of the places he explores. His work transcends visual documentation, becoming a powerful medium to portray the unseen and the forgotten. In an era dominated by mainstream narratives, many regions remain shrouded in obscurity.
His work highlights regions such as Chocó, El Salado, and Antioquia in Colombia—areas that possess unique and raw beauty while grappling with stark contrasts of culture and environment. His unique perspective transports viewers to places most would not dare to go, revealing their inhabitants' resilience, culture, and life, intriguing us with a new way of seeing. In Chocó, Ehmig's photos depict vibrant communities surrounded by lush rainforests, where the richness of nature contrasts with economic challenges. In El Salado, his work juxtaposes the scars of conflict with the enduring spirit of its people. In Antioquia, his images portray the region's idiosyncrasies and the challenges modernity brings to their daily lives.
Works will be on display from June 23rd through August 23rd, please reach out to the gallery to see the show as we are currently showing works by appointment only.
