On Call By Nature
Published by Daniel+Lauren
30 October, 2021 written by Daniel Quintanilla (aka danieldcnyc)
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Giorgio Pasqualetti Amazon (diptych), 2021, Set of two acrylic paintings on canvas (38.20 x 102.30 in / 97.03 x 259.84 cm)
Gallery St Barth is delighted to present for the first time in New York City, the inaugural solo exhibition by upcoming Italian artist Giorgio Pasqualetti, who presents “Nature’s Rules”, with an opening night cocktail on Thursday with Giorgio present for the exhibit that runs until Friday, November 12, 2021.
“I wanted to focus my attention on these uncontaminated places not only to excite the viewer but also to reflect on the fact that to preserve these environments we must necessarily respect the laws of nature. It is clear to everyone how nature reacts with strength and “rigor” when man ignores or forgets these laws. Environmental disasters are now on the agenda.” – Giorgio Pasqualetti
Giorgio Pasqualetti Ha Long Bay (diptych), 2021, Set of two acrylic painting on canvas (39.40 x 78.70 in / 100.08 x 199.90 cm)
Giorgio Pasqualetti Puerta Princesa Underground River, 2021, Acrylic painting on canvas (39.40 x 31.50 in / 100.08 x 80.01 cm)
Art today sensitizes the viewer on environmental issues in many ways and for those who like Pasqualetti create abstract geometric works, it is the color that indicates an emergency.
In the diptych “Amazonia” the red background echoes the environmental tragedy of deforestation and fires in the Amazon rainforest which not only represents a threat to the climate but also a breeding ground for dangerous pathogens.
The rigor of nature is a project born not only to raise awareness but also to rediscover a connection with the natural elements.
The lockdown and the fear of contagion have created a disconnection between man and the environment and narrating the seven natural wonders of the world with painting is like diving back into the soul of nature, into its secrets, into the light of its colors.
Sky, woods, rocks, earth, water, give us the free and clean breath we all need.
“The need to show reality not as it appears but in the way my mind perceives its appearance, translates into this new project that investigates the purest nature with its colors and its hidden geometries and how men try to change the laws by which nature itself expresses itself.” – GP
Giorgio Pasqualetti Vicens (set of 2), 2020, Set of two oil & acrylic paintings on canvas (15.75 x 11.80 in / 40 x 29.97 cm) and in the background view of Komodo, 2021, Acrylic painting on canvas (35 x 45.60 in / 88.90 x 115.82 cm)
Giorgio Pasqualetti Table Mountain, 2021, Acrylic painting on canvas (39.40 x 28.70 in / 100.08 x 72.90 cm)
His command of color and his elegant tableaux have caught the attention of Italy’s most prominent curators in addition to collectors including LVMH who have commissioned half a dozen custom paintings by the artist.
Pasqualetti has received international press coverage from Vogue Italia, Vanity Fair, and GQ as an artist to watch and his star is on the rise.
His calendar of exhibitions in 2021/2022 will only continue to raise his profile, name recognition, and also his price point.
Title of works (7 Natural Wonders of the World):
- Table Mountain
- Puerto Princesa Underground River
- Komodo
- Jeju Island
- Halong Bay
- Amazon
- Iguazu Falls
Artworks in the Nature’s Rules Exhibition at Space Gallery Soho: Giorgio Pasqualetti Amazon (diptych), 2021, and Ha Long Bay (diptych), 2021.
Artworks in the Nature’s Rules Exhibition at Space Gallery Soho: Giorgio Pasqualetti Puerta Princesa Underground River, 2021 and Amazon (diptych).
Established in 2011, Space Gallery St Barth is a contemporary art gallery dedicated to showcasing painting, photography, and sculpture by established and emerging artists.
Since its inception, Space Gallery St Barth has built up an impressive roster of artists, curated international exhibitions, and participated in major art fairs including the Venice Biennale.
As of today, the gallery has locations in St Barth and New York City and regularly exhibits in Monaco and Miami.
The gallery’s location in New York City has been open since November 2018.
Artworks in the Nature’s Rules Exhibition at Space Gallery Soho: Giorgio Pasqualetti Amazon (diptych), 2021; Komodo, 2021 and Ha Long Bay (diptych), 2021.
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Henry David Thoreau Quote All nature is doing her best each moment to make us well - she exists for no other end. Do not resist her. With the least inclination to be well we should not be sick.