HALLIE PACKARD

SCHISM PRISM

solo exhibition

Opening February 17th, 2023

 

Arch Enemy Arts is pleased to present SCHISM PRISM, a solo feature of Brooklyn based artist, Hallie Packard. A dazzling series of 9 original paintings, Hallie excites a sense of enchantment and wonder through fantastical representations in acrylic on canvas.

 

Expressing an optimism and inspired sense of magic, the artist interprets both animal subjects and natural forces as extraordinary displays and surreal events. Her inventive concepts are entrancing; Packard employs clever usage of juxtaposition and metamorphosis to craft her mind-bending works. This is coupled with an exceptional skill in rendering highly developed and photo realistic subjects. Hum, the artist’s personal favorite, captures a hummingbird mid-flight, the vibrational beat of its wings conjures the image of a human eye. Eruptus depicts a volcanic explosion of luminous rainbows while Pollen presents a garden of ice cream flowers.

 

As they are known to appear after turbulent storms, Hallie speaks of her attraction to the rainbow as allegory and how it has inspired the themes presented in her work:

 

“There is so much darkness in this world; so much to fret over; so much change that has yet to be made; so much pain. But, there is also light, hope, beauty, magic, and love. THIS is where I believe positive change is born. Nature is where I feel most at peace and closest to my truest self. Our natural world is a truly spectacular place, overflowing with magic. I want to highlight this precious environment of ours, reminding people of the wonder that abounds and the respect and care it deserves. I want to reignite magic, imagination, and hope in the hearts and minds of those viewing my work.”

 

Schism Prism is Hallie Packard’s first solo feature with Arch Enemy Arts, following her work being presented in multiple group shows since 2021’s Spotlight Showcase.

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- written by Alex Medlin 

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Hallie Packard's SCHISM PRISM exhibition will be on view from February 17th - March 12th, 2023
Sold works will begin to ship the week after the close of the exhibition, unless other arrangements have been made.

Items marked with a red dot have already been sold.

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Beautifulbizarre.net - "Arch Enemy Arts Presents New Solo Exhibition: Hallie Packard, SCHISM PRISM" by Bella Harris

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