Allen
C. Smith's drawings and Doug Holtgrewe's ceramic vessels embody strong design sensibilities.
And while both artists employ minimalist compositions, their works contrast nicely.
Smith's drawings are made up of accumulated pencil marks; they are densely built up, the result of frenetic, kinetic
energy. This exhibition includes Smith's largest works to date, an eight foot diameter
drawing on panel. Holtgrewe's wheel thrown vessel forms (also the result of kinetic energy) have a weight and visual balance
that demonstrate his interest, and success, in exploring the sculptural potential of the vessel form. Finding Center
is an exciting opportunity to see these two artists' work play off of each other.
Brancusi’s Cup, by Doug
Holtgrewe, Porcelain on Raku Base