Spankin’ New D.U.M.B.O Gallery

Mighty Tanaka Studio has opened its doors this past week to a successful show! Congrats to Alex and Caleb to really putting together a beautiful space.

You can read about HYBRIDISM on their newly revamped website. The show will run from December 3 – Jan 7th (Open weekdays 12-7pm, Weekends By Appointment Only).

MTwall

“I always look to accentuate the idea of hybridism, and of pairing opposites together; this will be common thread in all of my shows, despite their varied themes,” says Mighty Tanaka owner and curator, Alex Emmart. “My goal? To bring this burgeoning and exciting artistic movement to the next level.”

Featured artists include: Adam Miller, Alexandra Pacula, Alexis Trice, AVOID pi, Bruno Perillo, Destroy and Rebuild, Don Pablo Pedro, FARO, Hellbent, Infinity, JMR, John Breiner, Josh McCutchen, Katie Decker, KOSBE, Lionel Guzman, Mari Keeler, Miss Marlo Marquise, Max Greis, Mike Schreiber, Peter Halasz, Reginald Pean, Robbie Busch, Royce Bannon, Skewville, Vinny Cornelli.

Mighty Tanaka Presents Alexandra Pacula & JMR

Mighty Tanaka Presents Alexandra Pacula & JMR.
detail of Vivacious Arcade, Oil on wood. © Alexandra Pacula.

I took some time to stop by Mighty Tanaka‘s latest show including both artists Alexandra Pacula & JMR. Very different work, but they fit together well in this large gallery… JMR’s abstract, bold & colorful shapes were very vibrant and great to look at in this vast white space, I personally enjoyed his more sculptural pieces. Across the way were Alexandras’ large paintings of a darker color palette, showcasing the sometimes blurry nightlife in NYC. Her oil paintings have wonderful color and her brushwork was free-flowing yet thought through. JMR’s line work and layered pieces were also great to study and take in. Tomorrow is the last day to check out the show before it comes down, so sneak over to 139 West 14th St in Manhattan before 8pm and see it all for yourself. I took some shots, view them here.

Mighty Tanaka Presents Alexandra Pacula & JMR.
© JMR.

Below is a video of JMR working on one of the pieces for the show…