URGENT UPDATE: French artist Julie Curtiss has just unveiled her latest exhibition, Maid in Feathers, at White Cube Seoul. Running now through January 10, 2024, this striking showcase features new paintings, works on paper, and sculptures that delve into the psychological complexities of early motherhood.
Curtiss describes her work as a portal into a surreal realm, where social archetypes are reimagined to highlight the humor, darkness, and uncanny aspects of life. The White Cube exhibition intensifies this exploration, offering a profound meditation on the multifaceted experience of motherhood.
The exhibition, filled with acrylic and oil paintings, gouache works, and lacquered sculptures, presents scenes that oscillate between foreboding and fantasy. Amidst the tension, vibrant colors emerge, suggesting hope and relief on the horizon.
A key motif in Maid in Feathers is the pelican, symbolizing sacrifice and renewal. In the artwork titled Nocturnal Visitor, this dreamlike creature embodies both nurturing and ominous qualities. Curtiss uses these ambiguous figures to probe the depths of the maternal psyche, inviting viewers to reflect on their own experiences.
Moving through themes of past selves and future possibilities, Curtiss captures a journey of transformation. She articulates a Jungian desire “to cross over from being to becoming,” portraying both the unsettling and reassuring aspects of nurturing another while forging one’s own identity.
Located in the heart of the Gangnam District, White Cube Seoul invites patrons to experience this compelling body of work that resonates deeply with the complexities of parenthood.
The exhibition is open to the public, and art enthusiasts are encouraged to visit before the closing date of January 10, 2024. For a closer look, click here to view the full gallery at Hypebeast.
As the art world watches, Maid in Feathers promises to ignite conversations about motherhood’s psychological dimensions and the societal expectations surrounding it. Don’t miss this urgent exploration of identity and transformation!
