Turbulence brings to mind states of change, instability and fervent movement, sometimes even moments of political or social unrest. It can inspire emotions ranging from fear and confusion to wonder and awe, as one comes face to face with powers that are beyond an individual’s control.

The artists presented in this exhibition explore visual and conceptual uncertainties to express the turbulent nature of existence within a world that is in constant flux. In some of the works, turbulence is manifested as unsettling and disorienting movement – pulsing and oscillating according to a set of conditions determined by the artist to immerse the viewer in powerful visual experiences that continually reshape in relation to the one’s perspective. Other works embrace turbulent incongruities in a manner that seems to celebrate the act of perception and individual experience. 

 The exhibition includes a number of paintings, as well as optically kinetic sculpture and video installation. Many of the artists investigate visual effects through a manipulation of material, color and form, creating dynamic works of de-stabilizing movement and spatial illusion. Also included are works that explore present-day themes of identity and psychological and philosophical uncertainties – questioning pre-supposed boundaries and the certitude of pre-established systems.

 Turbulence reveals a truth about the human need to make sense out of chaos and find a balance amidst conflicting forces. By embracing the uneasy duality of turbulence, a space for dialogue is opened in which an interpretation of current realities can be built within a broader context.