[tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO] SHAWN-HOLLY’s solo exhibition “SHARE THE WEALTH” will be held at tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO from Saturday, October 5th. PACK ARTS Co., Ltd. Press release: September 27, 2024 SHAWN-HOLLY’s solo exhibition “SHARE THE WEALTH” will be held at tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO from Saturday, October 5th. From Saturday, October 5th at tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO, SHAWN-HOLLY’s solo exhibition “SHARE THE WEALTH” was held.
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thought-provoking exhibition titled “SHARE THE WEALTH”. ●SHAWN HOLLY profile Sean Holly is an accomplished costume designer who has worked on many of Hollywood’s most iconic films. Her work has had a profound impact on the film industry and left a lasting impact on Western culture. The work received critical acclaim and numerous award nominations, cementing her reputation as a visionary and creative pioneer. In 2024, Sean Holly is about to open a new chapter, moving from costume design to visual art. She has been devoting her talent to fine art for some time and is ready to showcase her accomplishments at an exhibition titled Share the Wealth that will open in Tokyo in October 2024. This collection of 10 large-scale canvas works showcases her instantly captivating collage works. Each piece combines captivating imagery and thought-provoking iconography to provide contemporary commentary on the spiritual and material dimensions of wealth. Her works are exciting and provocative, immersing viewers in surreal, multi-layered stories that offer a glimpse into the evolution of her unique artistic vision and creative expression. Through vibrant, captivating images and multilayered iconography, she explores themes of spiritual richness, feminine energy, and the interaction of invisible forces. SHARE THE WEALTH Shawn Holly is an accomplished costume designer who has worked on several iconic Hollywood movies. Her work has made a significant impact on the movie industry, leaving a lasting influence on Western culture. This work has garnered critical acclaim and multiple award nominations, solidifying her reputation as a visionary and a pioneering creative force. Now, in 2024, Shawn Holly is opening a new chapter in her career by shifting from costume design to visual art. Having been focusing her talents on fine art for some time, she is ready to unveil the fruits of her labors with an exhibition titled Share the Wealth, set to open in Tokyo in October 2024. The collection of ten large-scale canvas works showcases her visually arresting collages. Each piece blends captivating imagery with thought-provoking iconography, delivering a contemporary commentary on the spiritual and material aspects of wealth. These works draw the viewer into surreal, layered narratives that offer a glimpse into her distinctive artistic vision and the evolution of her creative expression. ● Regarding this exhibition When I first met Sean Holly, I immediately realized that her very existence was art. Throughout his career in film and television, Sean has developed a unique visual language in the evolution of style and fashion. With a methodology that draws from all the photography, editing, and reference material the fashion world has created, she has succeeded in forming a unique yet intuitive expression. Sean Holly’s use of visual language can be explored through two works: “Primal Love” and “Share the Wealth.” Primal Love explores the connection between primal instincts and spirituality, with the white crocodile symbolizing both nature and a deep spiritual bond. The interaction between the woman’s face and the crocodile reveals an ecstatic tension between primal desire and spiritual transcendence. Vibrant colors and powerful images deepen our understanding of humanity’s connection to both the natural and spiritual worlds. In “Share the Wealth,” a rainbow flowing between the characters’ legs conveys feminine energy and spiritual richness. This energy reflects the exhibition’s concept of sharing Sean’s spiritual richness with the audience. Also, the small figures, which signify being rooted in tradition and survival, embody how this spiritual energy is inherited and enriched beyond material things. Both works invite the viewer to engage with these symbols and explore the deeper intuitive meanings within them. Sean Holly’s ability to convey universal themes through visual language immerses the viewer in his works, allowing them to discover how spiritual energy flows and is shared through each piece. We hope you will experience the spiritual richness that Sean Holly generously shares through this exhibition. Co-curator: Alexander Mitchell It was during our first meeting that I realized Shawn Holly embodies a unique expression of art-a universal language communicated through her work. Shawn has worked in film and television for years and is the creative force behind some of Western television’s most iconic stylings. Thought she prefers not to mention it, I take the liberty because it’s crucial to understanding the depth of her knowledge of Western style and fashion, and the iconographic depths her work draws from. Over her career in film and television, Shawn has developed a distinct visual language shaped by her complete immersion in the evolution of style and fashion. She has mastered a language that draws from every shoot, editorial, and reference material the world of fashion has created , forming a unique yet intuitive expression that is rooted in our collective dialogue of fashion and culture. Shawn Holly’s command of her visual language can be explored through the two pieces Primal Love and Share the Wealth. Primal Love delves into the connection between primal instincts and spirituality, with the white crocodile
symbolizing both nature and a deep bond spiritual. The interaction between the woman’s face and the crocodile reveals an ecstatic tension between primal desires and spiritual transcendence. The vivid colors and powerful imagery deepen our understanding of humanity’s connection to both the natural and spiritual worlds. In Share the Wealth, the rainbow flowing from between the figure’s legs channels feminine energy and spiritual abundance. This energy is carried and distributed throughout the piece, reflecting the exhibition’s primary intent: to share Shawn’s spiritual wealth with the audience. The smaller figures, rooted in tradition and survival, embody how this spiritual energy is passed along and enriches beyond the material. Both works encourages viewers to engage with these symbols and explore the deeper, intuitive layers within them. Shawn Holly’s ability to communicate universal themes through her visual language invites viewers to immerse themselves in her work, discovering how spiritual energy flows and is shared throughout each piece. I encourage you to explore these layers, delve into the depths of the exhibition, and experience the spiritual wealth that Shawn Holly so generously shares. Alexander Mitchell Shawn Holly SOLO EXHIBITION “SHARE THE WEALTH” ================== Location: tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO Period: October 5th (Sat) – October 24th (Thursday), 2024 Closed days: October 7th, 8th, 15th, 16th, 21st, 22nd Time: 12:00-19:00 Venue: tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO Address: SIX HARAJUKU TERRACE Building S, 2nd Floor, 5-16-13 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Dates: Saturday October 5, 2024 – Thursday, October 24, 2024 Closed: October 7, 8, 15, 16, 21, 22 Hours: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM ================== tHE GALLERY OMOTESANDO ーーーーー 150-0001 5-16-13 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo SIX HARAJUKU TERRACE S Building 2F ＜WEB＞
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