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| Francesco Longenecker |
| Triumph 2012 Oil on Plexiglass 12"x14" |
| Lagoon 2012 Ink and Graphite on Glassine and Mylar 20"x24 |
| Untitled 2012 Oil on Plexiglass 30"x40" |
| Torrent 2012 Oil on Plexiglass 18"x24" |
| Solarium 2012 Oil on Plexiglass 30"x40 |
| Forest 2011 Ink and Graphite on Glassine and Mylar 16"x20 |
| Castle Rock 2011 Oil on Canvas 44"x44 |
Departing from the traditional grounds of canvas and paper, Longenecker exploits the translucency and layering potentials intrinsic to
the mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid
folios of traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.
In his paintings, Longenecker builds up surfaces on both the back and front of Plexiglas to create interaction between the translucency
of the oil pigments and the transparency of the support. Similarly, his drawings are comprised of several individually incised sheets that
are placed over each other to construct a singular stratum, presenting composite imagery of fragmented forms. Echoing these
techniques is the choice of subject matter. Architectural structures of the past and the future collide with naturalistic and industrial
landscapes to render complex scenarios that combine realistic and illusionistic depths in a newly invented space.
The artist's methodology results in dynamic compositions that are experienced as suspended sculptures rather than stationary images.
Logistical factors such as lighting, wall color, and one's movement through the exhibition space transform the viewer's perception of
each piece into singular moments of complicated nuances. Utilizing a layering process to connect subject matter and setting,
Longenecker weaves a spatial netting that continually shifts between deep and shallow space, linking together the elements of a work to
convey an evolving sense of immediacy and discovery.
Longenecker received his MFA from the New York Academy of Art in 2007, and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand
Rapids, MI, in 2005. His work has been most recently exhibited at Quint Contemporary, La Jolla, CA; and at Asya Geisberg Gallery,
Storefront Gallery, and Site 95 in New York. Francesco lives and works in Brooklyn, New York
the mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid
folios of traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.
In his paintings, Longenecker builds up surfaces on both the back and front of Plexiglas to create interaction between the translucency
of the oil pigments and the transparency of the support. Similarly, his drawings are comprised of several individually incised sheets that
are placed over each other to construct a singular stratum, presenting composite imagery of fragmented forms. Echoing these
techniques is the choice of subject matter. Architectural structures of the past and the future collide with naturalistic and industrial
landscapes to render complex scenarios that combine realistic and illusionistic depths in a newly invented space.
The artist's methodology results in dynamic compositions that are experienced as suspended sculptures rather than stationary images.
Logistical factors such as lighting, wall color, and one's movement through the exhibition space transform the viewer's perception of
each piece into singular moments of complicated nuances. Utilizing a layering process to connect subject matter and setting,
Longenecker weaves a spatial netting that continually shifts between deep and shallow space, linking together the elements of a work to
convey an evolving sense of immediacy and discovery.
Longenecker received his MFA from the New York Academy of Art in 2007, and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand
Rapids, MI, in 2005. His work has been most recently exhibited at Quint Contemporary, La Jolla, CA; and at Asya Geisberg Gallery,
Storefront Gallery, and Site 95 in New York. Francesco lives and works in Brooklyn, New York
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INSIDE-OUT
New Paintings & Drawings by Francesco Longenecker NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 13, 2012
Opening Reception Thursday, November 15, 6-8pm
547 W. 27 St. | #514 New York, New York 10001
RARE is pleased to present Inside-Out, a series of new paintings and drawings by Francesco Longenecker that marks his third solo show
at the gallery. Running from November 15 through December 13, the exhibition continues the artist's exploration of the interplay of materials
and space that has come to characterize his oeuvre.
Departing from the traditional grounds of canvas and paper, Longenecker exploits the translucency and layering potentials intrinsic to the
mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid folios of
traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.space that has come to
characterize his oeuvre.
Departing from the traditional grounds of canvas and paper, Longenecker exploits the translucency and layering potentials intrinsic to the
mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid folios of
traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.
In his paintings, Longenecker builds up surfaces on both the back front of Plexiglas to create interaction between the translucency oil
pigments and the transparency of the support. Similarly, his drawings are comprised of several individually incised sheets that are placed
over each other to construct a singular stratum, presenting composite imagery of fragmented forms. Echoing these techniques is the choice
of subject matter. Architectural structures of the past and the future collide with naturalistic and industrial landscapes to render complex
scenarios that combine realistic and illusionistic depths in a newly invented space.
and of the
The artist's methodology results in dynamic compositions that are experienced as suspended sculptures rather than stationary images.
Logistical factors such as lighting, wall color, and one's movement through the exhibition space transform the viewer's perception of each
piece into singular moments of complicated nuances. Utilizing a layering process to connect subject matter and setting, Longenecker
weaves a spatial netting that continually shifts between deep and shallow space, linking together the elements of a work to convey an
evolving sense of immediacy and discovery.
Longenecker received his MFA from the New York Academy of Art in 2007, and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand
Rapids, MI, in 2005. His work has been most recently exhibited at Quint Contemporary, La Jolla, CA; and at Asya Geisberg Gallery,
Storefront Gallery, and Site 95 in New York. Francesco lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.
Gallery days/hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11am - 6pm. The opening night reception for Inside-Out (Thursday, November 15, 6pm -
8pm) is being sponsored by Grolsch Premium Lager. We encourage you to visit RARE's website, follow us on twitter, and check us out on
Facebook.
547 W 27 Street | #514 New York, New York 10001
Open Tues to Sat 11 - 6 & by Appointment
646.339.6050 raregallery@earthlink.net
www.rare-gallery.com
and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand Rapids, MI, in
New Paintings & Drawings by Francesco Longenecker NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 13, 2012
Opening Reception Thursday, November 15, 6-8pm
547 W. 27 St. | #514 New York, New York 10001
RARE is pleased to present Inside-Out, a series of new paintings and drawings by Francesco Longenecker that marks his third solo show
at the gallery. Running from November 15 through December 13, the exhibition continues the artist's exploration of the interplay of materials
and space that has come to characterize his oeuvre.
Departing from the traditional grounds of canvas and paper, Longenecker exploits the translucency and layering potentials intrinsic to the
mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid folios of
traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.space that has come to
characterize his oeuvre.
Departing from the traditional grounds of canvas and paper, Longenecker exploits the translucency and layering potentials intrinsic to the
mediums of Plexiglas, Mylar, and glassine. Deriving inspiration from European reverse glass painting techniques and the overlaid folios of
traditional cel animation, Inside-Out serves as an apt description for the artist's play on (and with) materials.
In his paintings, Longenecker builds up surfaces on both the back front of Plexiglas to create interaction between the translucency oil
pigments and the transparency of the support. Similarly, his drawings are comprised of several individually incised sheets that are placed
over each other to construct a singular stratum, presenting composite imagery of fragmented forms. Echoing these techniques is the choice
of subject matter. Architectural structures of the past and the future collide with naturalistic and industrial landscapes to render complex
scenarios that combine realistic and illusionistic depths in a newly invented space.
and of the
The artist's methodology results in dynamic compositions that are experienced as suspended sculptures rather than stationary images.
Logistical factors such as lighting, wall color, and one's movement through the exhibition space transform the viewer's perception of each
piece into singular moments of complicated nuances. Utilizing a layering process to connect subject matter and setting, Longenecker
weaves a spatial netting that continually shifts between deep and shallow space, linking together the elements of a work to convey an
evolving sense of immediacy and discovery.
Longenecker received his MFA from the New York Academy of Art in 2007, and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand
Rapids, MI, in 2005. His work has been most recently exhibited at Quint Contemporary, La Jolla, CA; and at Asya Geisberg Gallery,
Storefront Gallery, and Site 95 in New York. Francesco lives and works in Brooklyn, New York.
Gallery days/hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11am - 6pm. The opening night reception for Inside-Out (Thursday, November 15, 6pm -
8pm) is being sponsored by Grolsch Premium Lager. We encourage you to visit RARE's website, follow us on twitter, and check us out on
Facebook.
547 W 27 Street | #514 New York, New York 10001
Open Tues to Sat 11 - 6 & by Appointment
646.339.6050 raregallery@earthlink.net
www.rare-gallery.com
and a BFA from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand Rapids, MI, in
| INSIDE-OUT New Paintings & Drawings by Francesco Longenecker NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 13, 2012 |
| Home Again 2012 Ink and Graphite on Glassine and Mylar 21"x25" |