The Calligraphy of Absence

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The Calligraphy of Absence

Dina Abdulkarim
Pilar Agüero-Esparza
Amalia Galdona Broche
J. John Priola

 

 

          

 

        

 

Top:
Pilar Agüero-Esparza Pachuco: Purples & Blues | 2024 | Acrylic, stretched and woven leather, nails, on wood panel |45 x 30 inches
J. John Priola | Gold Vase | 2018 | Archival pigment print |  framed 26 x 21 inches

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Dina AbdulkarimTrapped Inside a Picture-Perfect SceneAcrylic, Paper, Brocade, and Fabric on Paper | 150 x 120 inches
Amalia Galdona Broche | Glorieta | 2023 | woven textile, resin, tube | 96 x various dimensions

 

Exhibition Dates: April 6 – May 18, 2024
Reception: Saturday, April 6th from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

The Calligraphy of Absence featuring Dina Abdulkarim from Los Angeles, Pilar Agüero-Esparza from San Jose, Amalia Galdona Broche from Rhode Island, and J. John Priola from the Bay Area is proudly presented by PATRICIA SWEETOW GALLERY. The four artists present stunning metaphoric memoirs that delve into their recollections of home, heritage, loss, and beauty.