Opening Reception: ALLEN HARRISON - Realm of Wonder

Harrison’s artistic journey is marked by his continued infatuation with skyscapes. In this exhibition, he follows his inspiration into the world of Thangka, an ancient form of Tibetan art depicting a Buddhist deity. Harrison’s fascination with the Tibetan Thangka tradition is rooted in its aesthetic qualities rather than its religious or cultural significance. He begins by tracing these images onto acetate, then meticulously cuts and collages these elements onto his canvas to completely cover the surface. Once Harrison starts painting, the figures are obscured within his compositions, though he is careful to never completely lose the Thangka imagery. Allen Harrison’s career has spanned over 40 years with more than 30 solo exhibitions throughout the United States. Each of his paintings takes at least five months to create.