eva f/ tcj

opening, january 7 from 6-9pm

VIP preview 5pm. private viewing by appointment

Triangle Loft

675 Hudson

january 7-19, 2022

This art exhibition is the debut solo show of eva f / tcj.  She began her career as the street artist known as the chalk jungle, creating joyful chalk art on boarded up storefronts in New York City during the pandemic of 2020.  After conquering the streets, she began studio work to continue her approach of transforming all kinds of emotions into images that are simple, joyful, and full of energy.  The works in this exhibition are largely executed in oil pastels, which mimic her initial medium of chalk in her street art with bold strokes and bright colors.

“serious lists” consists of 77 pieces, including eight groups, each of which is an artifact of her personal playlists, after which each series is named.  Each individual work is linked to a specific song or songs by its emotion.The show culminates in 4 large pieces created with oil pastels on wood, again echoing her beginnings on the street working on wood boards.

The final piece “hey baby, let the girl sing” is a call to self expression and love of all individuals in their multidimensionality.  This piece depicts a girl, fearless of what others may think, representing women who are often constrained by tradition, expectation, and fear.  It is a reminder that those we may view as silly, powerless or insignificant are often the bravest in showing themselves honestly to the world

All works are available for sale and a portion of proceeds will benefit God’s Love We Deliver, an organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other serious illnesses by alleviating hunger and malnutrition.

Artist’s Note: I share these works with gratitude to and respect for the citizens of New York City who have inspired me through their perseverance in these unusual and historic times.  I also want to acknowledge all of those who are supporting my journey through this amazing thing called life.  Thank you to Triangle Loft for hosting this event and Guerilla Art Shows for curating and presenting these works.

 "And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who couldn't hear the music."

 - f. nietzsche.