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Pocock feat. Pocock "Geometrics"
“Geometrics”
The visual art of multi-faceted artist Geoff Pocock (1946-2019) curated by his daughter Taya Pocock.
Geoff Pocock was a larger-than-life artist with extraordinary talent across numerous art disciplines. In the wake of his untimely death in 2018, Taya Pocock has chosen to continue displaying Geoff’s work to preserve his memory and allow new and interested audiences to engage with and appreciate his work.
This show will be showing a series of paintings he referred to as 'Geometrics'. Using a system of freehand multi-layered forms, and a juxtaposition of bold and muted colors, he created optical illusions with spatial dimensions that convey movement, with an uplifting ambience. Also included in the show are several tessellated works that he had manipulated by bending, twisting, and swirling while adhering to the geometric laws of nature. Pocock was known for his complex designs and meticulous 'hard edge' style.
This English-born artist of many talents led an eclectic life. He acted on London and New York stages and created several experimental theatre pieces that he performed with members of Mabou Mines, The Living Theatre, and The Kipper Kids – all fixtures of New York’s vibrant 70's experimental theatre scene. He read his poetry with Alan Ginsberg at St. Mark's Church, had numerous stories translated and broadcast in Germany, and completed a collection of poems and a novel.
Geoff also designed and executed land sculptures, including a large-scale environmental action piece in Monument Valley (Images and media about this piece will be shown). His artwork has been exhibited in galleries throughout Europe and the United States and is in private collections on both continents.
Please join us for the Opening Reception on Friday, August 16th from 6 –9pm at Habitation Realty. Entertainment will be provided by Gutter Town.
Come and enjoy. Don't miss this show.
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