Visage: A Contemporary Portrait Show

Featuring: Amit Michaels, CL Martin, Brant Kingman, Hend Al-Mansour, Jade Patrick, Kao Lee Thao, Kelly Helsinger, Kristi Abbott, Leslie Barlow, Mat Ollig, Nell Pierce, Pam Eader, Patrizia Vignola, Stephanie Friest, Surelle Strike, Russ White and Van Holmgren. 

Amidst the prevalence of selfies and manipulated images, identity is often blurred. In our exhibit, Visage seventeen Minnesotan/Wisconsin artists have used varied artistic styles through collage, photography, oil, and acrylic paintings to create stunning portraits of figures from their imagination, their peers, and women who have impacted society.

Visage prompts viewers to reflect on the complexities of identity and perception in today’s digital age, delving into contemporary portraiture by questioning what defines a modern portrait in the 21st century. Each portrait acts as a mirror, connecting the viewer to the subject's image and a deeper reflection of what it means to be human and how we experience emotion while aiming to cultivate curiosity and foster connections between viewer and artwork.

“Every artist comes from a unique background, whether an emerging artist in Minneapolis or an established artist that has shown worldwide. As I curated Visage I dove deeply into the intricacies of the modern-day human experience, wanting to encourage visitors to engage with diverse perspectives and appreciate the richness of human expression.” - Francesca Bernardi, Curator

ABOUT THE CURATOR:

Francesca Bernardi is the new Gallery Director and co-owner of Gamut Gallery. They are an art therapist, artist, art collector, and burgeoning curator. Through their work in art therapy, they are a skilled relationship cultivator, attentive communicator, and passionate about building community with multifaceted individuals. Visage is Francesca's first solo curatorial endeavor. Francesca's excitement for curating will lead to many more exhibits highlighting artists in Minneapolis.

PUBLIC OPENING NIGHT:

Friday, May 10th  // 7–10PM

Featuring: Amit Michaels, CL Martin, Brant Kingman, Hend Al-Mansour, Jade Patrick, Kao Lee Thao, Kelly Helsinger, Kristi Abbott, Leslie Barlow, Mat Ollig, Nell Pierce, Pam Eader, Patrizia Vignola, Stephanie Friest, Surelle Strike, Russ White and Van Holmgren

• $10 presale 
• $15 day of the event
• FREE for members
• DJ Paul Frett

FIGURE DRAWING CLASS:

Thursday, June 13th // 7– 9PM

• Loose instruction and facilitation by Brant Kingman
• 18+ event
• Live nude model
• $20 to reserve your spot (space is limited)
• Please bring your drawing materials

GAMUT 12TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY:

Saturday, June 22nd 2024 // 7 – 10PM

A fun-filled evening with muralists painting live in the courtyard, raffle prizes throughout the evening plus music brought to you by House Queens; DJ Sassy G and Michelle Muse!

• $15 presales coming soon
• $20 day of event
• FREE for members 

FREE Open Hours: 

Thursday - Friday, 11am - 6pm; Saturday 11am - 4pm.