Top 5 Shows to See in New York During Frieze Week
As Frieze Week unfolds, New York's art scene bursts with a kaleidoscope of creativity, offering a plethora of exhibitions that span cultures, mediums, and histories. From the evocative weavings of Diedrick Brackens and Melissa Cody to the dreamlike paintings of Anne Rothenstein, and from the rich tapestries of Ronny Quevedo to the harmonious convergence of art and music in Haroun Hayward's canvases, this year's lineup promises to captivate and challenge viewers. Each show not only stands as a testament to artistic innovation but also serves as a reflection of our contemporary moment, inviting us to explore the interplay of identity, history, and expression.
Melissa Cody at Garth Greenan Gallery Installation view Courtesy of the artist and Garth Greenan Gallery, New York
Melissa Cody at Garth Greenan Gallery
At Garth Greenan Gallery, Melissa Cody's intricate weavings take center stage in a captivating exploration of tradition and innovation. Drawing from her Navajo heritage and the legacy of Germantown Revival, Cody's textiles pulsate with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, reflecting a dynamic interplay of tradition and adaptation. As viewers immerse themselves in Cody's intricate compositions, they are invited to contemplate the enduring resilience of cultural practices in the face of change, weaving a narrative that transcends time and tradition.
Anne Rothenstein, 'Three Figures', 2023 Courtesy of the artist and Stephen Friedman Gallery, London and New York. Photo by Todd-White Art Photography.
Anne Rothenstein at Stephen Friedman Gallery
At Stephen Friedman Gallery, Anne Rothenstein makes her mark with a compelling solo exhibition that navigates the liminal spaces of memory, identity, and narrative. Rothenstein's expansive canvases, drawing from personal experiences and found materials, blur the lines between portraiture, interiority, and landscape. In her dreamlike compositions, viewers are beckoned to partake in a narrative that unfolds beyond the canvas, inviting contemplation on the enigmatic intersections of the self and the world.
Diedrick Brackens at Jack Shainman Gallery Installation view Courtesy the artist and Jack Shainman Gallery
Diedrick Brackens at Jack Shainman Gallery
Jack Shainman Gallery presents "blood compass," a mesmerizing solo exhibition by Diedrick Brackens. Through his intricate weavings, Brackens maps an imagined realm, exploring the depths of ritual, interiority, and symbolism. Suspended between past and future, his works invite viewers into a twilight world where archetypal figures and enigmatic symbols converge, creating a rich tapestry of meaning. In these evocative compositions, Brackens masterfully intertwines biography, myth, and history, inviting viewers to decipher the layers of narrative woven into each thread.
Ronny Quevedo at Alexander Gray Associates Installation view Courtesy the artist and Alexander Gray Associates, New York and Germantown
Ronny Quevedo at Alexander Gray Associates
In a testament to the power of tradition and transformation, Alexander Gray Associates presents an immersive exhibition by Ecuadorian artist Ronny Quevedo. Quevedo's evocative works, inspired by Andean textiles and precolonial histories, weave together personal and collective narratives, challenging binary thinking and fixed systems of meaning. Through intricate patterns and universal geometries, Quevedo invites viewers to engage with the dynamic interplay of past and present, lineage and innovation, offering a poignant reflection on the fluidity of identity and heritage.
Haroun Hayward, Nightdrive through Babylon (Winter Sea), 2024 Courtesy of the artist and Hales Gallery, London and New York
Haroun Hayward at Hales Gallery
Hales gallery welcomes British Pakistani artist Haroun Hayward's debut exhibition in New York, a celebration of hybridity and transcendence in painting. Hayward's canvases, influenced by rave culture, abstract expressionism, and British landscape painting, converge in a visual symphony that defies categorization. Through layers of reference and technique, Hayward invites viewers to explore the infinite possibilities of the picture plane, where disparate elements coalesce into a unified expression of personal and artistic narrative.
For more information about the selected artists and galleries please visit each gallery with a click on their name, Hales Gallery, Garth Greenan Gallery, Stephen Friedman Gallery, Jack Shainman Gallery, and Alexander Gray Associates.
