Field & Dreams : Art Show & Exhibition ; April 2023
An Art Show discussing the Accomplishments of Mankind in Human History & The Observation Canadian Skyscapes
Field & Dreams,
Art Exhibition and Show,
Western GM Gallery, BCF
(Badlands Community Facility),
80 Veterans Way,
Drumheller AB,
Month of April 2023
Show Date 2 April - 29 April 23
Opening Reception 15 Apr 23 from 1pm - 4pm
Artist will be present
Art Exhibition and Show,
Western GM Gallery, BCF
(Badlands Community Facility),
80 Veterans Way,
Drumheller AB,
Month of April 2023
Show Date 2 April - 29 April 23
Opening Reception 15 Apr 23 from 1pm - 4pm
Artist will be present
Dan Wiebe - Artist statement for "Fields & Dreams"
As an Artist, I have not ever considered myself to fit any particular type or style of art category. I never wanted to be pigeon holed since I loved to experiment and try my hands at a variety of styles and techniques in my studio practices, however as time goes on I find I have leaned towards a form or at least my version of surrealism. The creations of Surrealist are of a surrealist nature and may often confuse some viewers, however I will do my best to address this.
Surrealism began officially in 1924 with the Dadaist writer, poet and critic, Andre Breton's Surrealist Manifesto becoming an International Intellectual and Political Movement. As early as 1917, the movement began and was inspired by Giorgo de Chirico and a reactionary movement to the First World war. Surrealism was a Av-ant-Grade movement of art and literature which sought to release creative potential of the unconscious mind. This is a method, thought by the Surrealist, of self analysis and a means to unlocking underlying attitudes, desires or traumas transposing them into art with symbolism. They desired to throw off the shackles of contemporary culture and sought to shock and rebuke the conventional notion of reality. At its core, it is a focus on illustrating the minds deepest thoughts automatically when they surface. This process of creating is known as Automatism. Many of Surrealism characteristics may include strange images or bizarre juxtapositions, unconsciousness as a valid reality,dreamlike artwork or symbolic images, Automatism techniques to create random effects, distorted figures or biomorphic shapes, depiction of chance or spontaneity. Surrealist aim is to revolutionize the human experience. Surrealist have had a significant impact on society and often are quite creative and inspiring. Its style and concepts and technique have effected many artist world wide to this day and has grown in popularity. It taught the world to appreciate art on a visible platform, both on a literal and subconscious level. The art can be used to express deeply personal or political views or used to communicate complex ideas. The art work is often made of different elements that are put together in a unexpected ways. The creations, more often than not, will contain recognizable elements or objects from reality, however they are usually arranged in a strange and unexpected way. It focuses on telling a story or conveying meaning via language and or imagery that many times is not connected in a logical sequence and can be a bit confusing yet it will convey meaning even if the viewer does not understands it point or if it even if there is a point.
In my personal journey and present series I do not necessarily embrace all the characteristics of the movement, however, I do, in some small amount, fit into the movement. The current art series, called “Fields & Dreams” , I continue my personal exploration of the human figure to communicate ideas and concepts and have chose to investigate the achievements that are considered to be great accomplishments in human history. I have only addressed a few of these dreams of man made reality and maybe it warrants a closer look in the future. I will try to address any confusion the viewer may have on the concept and point behind each piece.
List of Art Work:
1. “Test Pilot” Celebrating the Development of Flight and Space Travel:
2. “The Man With the Magic Wand” Celebrating the long development of Metal Working
3. “Millenium Socialite” Celebrating the development of Electronics
4. “Peace of Mind” Celebrating the development of Nuclear Missiles
5. “Dances with Fire” Celebrating the development of Domestication of Fire
6. “Selfie” Celebrating the development of Photography and Cinematography
7. “1,2,3......What Come after 5” Celebrating the development of Math
8. “Hello......Hello” Celebrating the development of Telecommunication
9. “Mouth to Hand” Celebrating the development of Language and Writing.
10. “Just One Question” Celebrating the development of Health Care and Dentistry
11. “Ta Da” Celebrating the development of The Wheel
12. “Time Keepers” Celebrating the development of the Measurement of Time
13. “The Bather” Celebrating the development of Agriculture
In my creations I try to have some sense humor where possible, give a little history on the topic and try to incorporate a found object. I try to give the viewer a small hint in my explanation of the art work on what found object I have used.
Dan Wiebe
Sculptor
Fields & Dreams, Art Exhibition and Show
Western GM Gallery, BCF, 80 Veterns Way, Drumheller Ab,
2 April - 29 April 23
Opening Reception
15 April 23
1pm - 4 pm
Artist will be present
DAN'S 3D WORK : SCULPTURE
DAN'S CERAMICS
DAN'S 2D Work (Drawing, Painting & Printmaking)
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