A new year often brings a desire to pause, reflect, and find calm amidst the noise of daily life. That’s precisely the experience offered by The Quiet Within, an upcoming exhibition at Pontone Gallery that gathers a diverse group of international artists who have mastered the art of contemplation through their work.
At the heart of the exhibition, Cha Jongrye’s meditative sculptures ripple like still waters, drawing viewers into a serene dialogue. Nearby, the dynamic brushstrokes and splashes of Park Ji-Eun’s canvases offer a striking contrast—what might seem abstract from afar reveals intricate impressions of iconic cityscapes on closer inspection.
Matteo Massagrande, ‘Risacca’, 2023
Chris Rivers takes the audience into an entirely different realm with his explorations of liminal, interstellar spaces. These works feel like a cosmic invitation to turn inward, a juxtaposition to Matteo Massagrande’s stunningly detailed interiors. Massagrande’s pieces, filled with quiet stillness, evoke a comforting solitude while subtly hinting at an unsettling absence.
Yuki Aruga, ‘Axis’, 2022
The exhibition invites you to step into these reflective worlds, where stillness becomes a source of inspiration and introspection. As the new year unfolds, take a moment to explore the calm, thought-provoking spaces created by these artists and discover a sense of quiet within yourself.
The Quiet Within promises to be an artistic retreat for the mind and soul—a perfect way to start the year with reflection and renewed inspiration.
A Quiet Within is open from 16 January to 15 February.
Header: Park Jieun, ‘A Little Talk – Singapore’, 2024
