Post-Traumatism: In Search of Freedom

In this exhibition, eight large-scale abstract paintings take center stage, adorned with visceral and emotive gestures that lay bare the raw intensity of trauma and triumph. Alston's brushstrokes dance between chaos and order, unveiling the inner conflict between pain and the unyielding desire for freedom. These canvases become the battleground where the artist wrestles with concepts of trauma, seeking to transmute them into powerful symbols of resilience and hope.

Post-Traumatism: In Search of Freedom seeks to illuminate the profound interconnectedness of human existence and the universality of our struggle for emancipation. As viewers explore the depths of Alston's creations, they become active participants in the transformative narrative, discovering that art, too, can serve as a vessel of healing and a catalyst for change

"With every stroke, I hope to channel the resilience of the human spirit and evoke expressions of freedom that transcend the boundaries of trauma. My art becomes a testament to the enduring strength of the human soul and an affirmation that freedom remains an indomitable force. In this quest for freedom, let us collectively embrace the beauty found in the midst of tension, and may my paintings serve as beacons of hope, illuminating the path towards healing, liberation, and the boundless expanse of human potential." — Patrick Alston

Dexter Wimberly is an American curator based in Japan who has organized exhibitions in galleries and institutions around the world including the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City, The Green Family Art Foundation in Dallas, KOKI Arts in Tokyo, Bode Projects in Berlin, and The Third Line in Dubai. His exhibitions have been reviewed and featured in publications including The New York Times and Artforum; and have received support from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, and The Kinkade Family Foundation. Wimberly is a Senior Critic at New York Academy of Art, and the founder and director of the Hayama Artist Residency in Japan. He is also the co-founder and CEO of the online education platform, CreativeStudy.

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