Detroit's vibrant art scene is once again on full display, as local multifacets Mat Larimer and Sandi Bache unveil their collaborative masterpiece at the upcoming exhibition 'untitled, unknown'. Spanning over 200 pieces of art, this show embodies the essence of abstract art - a state where everything and nothing coexist all at once.
Larimer and Bache's artistic journey began innocently enough. Mat Larimer started by placing small blue dots on postal stickers around Hamtramck, an idea sparked by chance. One day, Sandi Bache stumbled upon one of these dots layered with graffiti and captured its image in a photo, sending it to Larimer for inspiration. The two artists then decided to continue this experiment together, marking various surfaces with the small blue marks, observing how they reacted as each piece was layered on top.
This process led to months of artistic give-and-take, where they continually interacted and responded to what the other had left behind. According to Bache, their collaborative process felt like an extended conversation between them. The artwork evolved through a continuous stream of responses - one mark leading to another until it became a complex interplay of colors, textures, and materials.
Stylistically, Larimer and Bache's approaches are distinct yet complement each other beautifully. Mat Larimer leans towards minimalism with an interest in repetition, systems, and the connection between artworks in a broader context. His visual work is often intertwined with music production, audio engineering, and sound design. Sandi Bache's style, on the other hand, tends toward abstract expressionism.
As visitors move through the exhibition, they notice how their perceptions of individual pieces change as the relationships between works begin to reveal themselves. A stark contrast in styles can be observed in a row of darker, more dreamy works alongside lighter pieces that blend seamlessly into the background. Even within these contrasting elements lies an undeniable sense of cohesion.
A notable exception is a small yet striking display of perfect squares, providing a brief respite from the seemingly chaotic arrangement of other artworks. This quiet interlude anchors the viewer's experience as they navigate through the room, allowing them to refocus on individual pieces and their nuances.
The show is titled 'untitled, unknown', leaving viewers the freedom to interpret the artwork without any preconceived notions about its meaning. According to Larimer, abstract art does not prescribe a particular way of thinking; it leaves ownership with the viewer, inviting them to discover their own insights into each piece.
Ultimately, 'untitled, unknown' transcends individual artworks, becoming an exploration of the shared process that underlies both creativity and collaboration. The exhibition risks being visually overwhelming at times but finds strength in the subtle moments where these pieces break through the chaos, grounding the viewer's experience.
The show will be open for public viewing starting February 7th with extended hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Larimer and Bache's artistic journey began innocently enough. Mat Larimer started by placing small blue dots on postal stickers around Hamtramck, an idea sparked by chance. One day, Sandi Bache stumbled upon one of these dots layered with graffiti and captured its image in a photo, sending it to Larimer for inspiration. The two artists then decided to continue this experiment together, marking various surfaces with the small blue marks, observing how they reacted as each piece was layered on top.
This process led to months of artistic give-and-take, where they continually interacted and responded to what the other had left behind. According to Bache, their collaborative process felt like an extended conversation between them. The artwork evolved through a continuous stream of responses - one mark leading to another until it became a complex interplay of colors, textures, and materials.
Stylistically, Larimer and Bache's approaches are distinct yet complement each other beautifully. Mat Larimer leans towards minimalism with an interest in repetition, systems, and the connection between artworks in a broader context. His visual work is often intertwined with music production, audio engineering, and sound design. Sandi Bache's style, on the other hand, tends toward abstract expressionism.
As visitors move through the exhibition, they notice how their perceptions of individual pieces change as the relationships between works begin to reveal themselves. A stark contrast in styles can be observed in a row of darker, more dreamy works alongside lighter pieces that blend seamlessly into the background. Even within these contrasting elements lies an undeniable sense of cohesion.
A notable exception is a small yet striking display of perfect squares, providing a brief respite from the seemingly chaotic arrangement of other artworks. This quiet interlude anchors the viewer's experience as they navigate through the room, allowing them to refocus on individual pieces and their nuances.
The show is titled 'untitled, unknown', leaving viewers the freedom to interpret the artwork without any preconceived notions about its meaning. According to Larimer, abstract art does not prescribe a particular way of thinking; it leaves ownership with the viewer, inviting them to discover their own insights into each piece.
Ultimately, 'untitled, unknown' transcends individual artworks, becoming an exploration of the shared process that underlies both creativity and collaboration. The exhibition risks being visually overwhelming at times but finds strength in the subtle moments where these pieces break through the chaos, grounding the viewer's experience.
The show will be open for public viewing starting February 7th with extended hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
! The way they blend their styles is pure magic 
. I love how each piece seems to exist in its own world before the others layer on top of it, creating this crazy intricate web of meaning 
. And can we talk about the contrast between those dreamy dark pieces and the super minimalist light ones? It's like they're speaking different languages but somehow still finding a way to vibe 
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. And I'm not even going to get into how beautiful it is to just sit in the room and let your own thoughts wander through all the different pieces 
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It's like they're challenging us to be more intuitive about art instead of relying on preconceived notions. I'm here for it 
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. The way the blue dots build up to create these stunning pieces is truly mesmerizing 
. And don't even get me started on the title 'untitled, unknown'... I mean, who needs labels when you have a work of art that's already got SO MUCH DEPTH? 
It's like they're saying, "Hey, we trust YOU to figure out what this means." That's so inspiring! Can't wait to see it in person 
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. I mean, can't we just have a simple list of top artworks or something? This Favorites thing just feels like an attempt to make the platform more social, and let's be real, who wants to see what some random person thinks is good art 
. And don't even get me started on the new "Community" tab... it just seems like a bunch of people talking about their own work without any actual value-added content 
. Can't they just focus on showcasing more artwork instead?
I think this new exhibit 'untitled, unknown' is gonna be SO cool! 
, who knew it could lead to this amazing collaboration? 
. It's all about leaving room for interpretation and discovering your own insights into each piece 
. IT'S LIKE THEY WERE HAVING AN EXTENDED CONVERSATION WHERE ART IS THE LANGUAGE, YOU KNOW? 
. ANYWAY, I HEARD THEY'RE CALLING THE SHOW 'UNTITLED, UNKNOWN' BECAUSE IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE SO OPEN TO INTERPRETATION... WHICH IS PRETTY COOL IN MY BOOK! 