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Photo courtesy of the artist and Friesen Gallery Tom Lieber, “Ocean I, II, III,” 2015, watercolor on monotype, 52” x 40” each, framed. For a story on Lieber’s current exhibit at Friesen Gallery, see page five.
The Writing’s On The Wall Broschofsky to host temporary urban street show
BY MARYLAND DOLL
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rt enthusiasts from all genres are in for a special treat during Friday’s Sun Valley Gallery Association (SVGA) Gallery Walk in Ketchum. Broschofsky Galleries will explore a new form of art that has hit the streets, literally. “Underground Art” will be displayed in LoBro, the lower level of the Broschofsky Galleries, starting Feb. 13. Urban street art is an artistic trend that Rudi Broschofsky, gallery owner, has come to appreciate for its intricacies and its ability to “hold a mirror” up to urban livelihood through an ever-evolving lens.
“There’s a difference between street art and graffiti,” Broschofsky said in an interview. “Graffiti you see every day, it’s usually a gang sign or someone’s name on a wall. Street art has a lot more intricacy and fore-planning.” The style originated in the streets; it was birthed in subway stations, on signs, on buildings, on walls, etc. However, what started out as unpleasant vandalism grew to have more aesthetic purposes. As of late, it has begun to gain respect in the art community despite its illegal roots. Because of this legality constraint, street artists often go by aliases to protect their identities. The artists in Broschofsky’s show include: “Snik,” a male/
female duo from England who work primarily with stencils and spray paint; “Penny,” whose intricate stencil layering work uses dollar bills as its canvas; and “Mr. Brainwash,” probably best known for directing and being a part of fellow street artist “Banksky’s” critically acclaimed documentary “Exit Through the Gift Shop.” Mr. Brainwash engages audiences with his color distribution, especially the contrast between black and white with a touch of color. The show also features several other up-and-coming street artists such as “Hijack,” “Pez” and activist Frank Shepard Fairey. Broschofsky hopes this newest addition to the gallery will be a big draw
Mr. Brainwash, “Not Guilty.” This work shows the artist’s unique color aesthetic; the piece plays with the intermingling of black and white, with subtle bits of color. Photo courtesy of the artist and Broschofsky Galleries
Penny, “Dollar Heist,” screenprint, street art, 2.5” x 6”. Photo courtesy of the artist and Broschofsky Galleries
for young people to come and experience the Gallery Walk, an event that seems to be more popular with those young at heart, if not in years. “I think this will be
something that will definitely attract some younger faces to the Gallery Walk and hopefully they will be encouraged to visit more of the galleries and appreciate all the outstanding artwork continued ON page 2