Travis Louie
Travis Louie’s paintings come from the tiny little drawings and many writings in his journals. He has created his own imaginary world that is grounded in Victorian and Edwardian times. It is inhabited by human oddities, mythical beings, and otherworldly characters who appear to have had their formal portraits taken to mark their existence. The underlying thread that connects all these characters is the unusual circumstances that shape who they were and how they lived. Some of their origins are a complete mystery while others are hinted at. A man is cursed by a goat, a strange furry being is discovered sleeping in a hedge, an engine driver can’t seem to stop vibrating in his sleep, a man overcomes his phobia of spiders, etc, … Using acrylic paint washes and simple textures on smooth boards, he has created portraits from an alternative universe that seemingly may or may not have existed. His work is about identity and remembrance, with a veiled commentary on racism and the immigrant experience. He would like the fear of "the other" to be replaced with a curiosity about the unknown and a sense of wonder regarding those things that are unfamiliar.
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CONTEXT: Art Miami 2023
December 5 - 10, 2023Harman Projects is pleased to announce we will be located at booth A14 at CONTEXT: Art Miami 2023! Address: The CONTEXT Art Miami Pavillion One Herald Plaza NE 14th...Read more -
Travis Louie - Unusual Circumstances
October 7 - 28, 2023Harman Projects is pleased to announce Unusual Circumstances, a solo exhibition by artist Travis Louie. Opening Night Reception: Saturday, October 7th 6pm to 8pm Gallery Hours Tuesday - Saturday /...Read more -
Moleskine Project: Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
September 9 - December 4, 2022The Moleskine Project is a collective exhibition of customized sketchbooks by hundreds of emerging and established artists from across the globe, curated by Harman Projects. The exhibition spans various artistic...Read more