PICES' new exhibition open at Berninneit

Following the successful presentation of Contempora 1, PICES is pleased to present Contempora 2, now showing at Berninneit Gallery, Cowes, until February 1.

This second exhibition in the Contempora series builds momentum with an impressive display of larger-scale works and a bold exploration of contemporary practice across multiple disciplines.

The exhibition brings together painting, woodturning, printmaking, photography and collage.

Among the standout works are the dreamlike marinescapes of Guillaume Dillee, offering an immersive and emotive experience of landscape as sensation.

In contrast, Stephen Glover's bold abstract works explore abstraction as a space of experimentation, with ideas drawn from printmaking, collage and assemblage.

These layered surfaces encourage close engagement and extended looking.

The exhibition also features paintings from Chris Farrell and Richard Horstman, Chris Lawry's printmaking and Guilio Marcolongo's woodturned forms.

It includes Jillian Mitchell's photography, Martine Zajacek's collage practice and Rain White's paintings.

Adding to the exhibition program, PICES hosted a Contempora 2 Artist Insights Forum on January 18.

This forum offered audiences the opportunity to hear directly from the artists about their ideas, processes and materials.

The panel featured Stephen Glover, Jillian Mitchell and Rain White, providing insight into their distinct practices and encouraging open discussion with the audience.

"The artists of Contempora 2 present a confident and compelling exhibition that celebrates experimentation, scale and material exploration, inviting visitors to experience contemporary art that is bold, immersive and thought-provoking," said a PICES spokesperson.

The exhibition will conclude with a closing event and raffle prize draw on Sunday February 1, 5.30-7.30pm, providing a final opportunity to experience the exhibition and celebrate the artists.