Jason Hackenwerth’s The Titan and the Fireflies

Folding and twisting, folding and twisting, around and around. That’s what Jason Hackenwerth will be doing for over a week as he builds The Titan and the Fireflies, opening on Friday October 30 at the Skybox at 2424 Studios.

Inspired by the dramatic turn-of-the century industrial space, Curator Eileen Tognini invited Hackenwerth to create his monumental – scale biomorphic sculptural creatures made from balloons to evoke a spirit of wonder and fascination. The use of familiar and ordinary objects, yet unconventional by classical standards of art materials to create art, have long been a personal interest of Eileen’s. It’s my goal to introduce artists who use unexpected materials that will expand the definition of “what is art”.

“The ephemeral nature of an installation is an unmistakable reflection of our own lives. Because of its delicateness, it is difficult to predict how long it will last,” Jason notes about his own work, considering his medium as a metaphor for the way artists make their way into the art scene.

A New York City based artist, Jason has been exhibited internationally including the Venice Biennale, SCOPE Art Fair in London, Jang Heung Art Museum in Seoul, Korea and The San Diego Children’s Museum. Most recently Jason finished among the Top 10 competing for the largest art purse from The ART Prize in Grand Rapids Michigan where he competed amongst 1262 artists entries to win based on popular vote.

Show: The Titan and the Fireflies
New Work by Jason Hackenwerth
Curated by Eileen Tognini
Opening Party: Friday, October 30, 2009 7 – 10 pm
Exhibition: October 31- November 28
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday
12 – 6 pm