In Focus: Color Field

21 Nov - 20 Dec 2024 Read more

Nanette Carter

Simply Semiotics 21 Nov - 20 Dec 2024 Read more

Selections from the Ernestine Lassaw Collection

17 Oct - 16 Nov 2024 Read more

Beverly McIver

Entangled 17 Oct - 16 Nov 2024 Read more

Ida Kohlmeyer

Cloistered 12 Sep - 12 Oct 2024 Read more

Bernice Bing

Bingo 12 Sep - 12 Oct 2024 Read more

Jill Nathanson

Chord Field 27 Jun - 16 Aug 2024 Berry Campbell hosts its fourth exhibition featuring contemporary Color Field painter Jill Nathanson. Nathanson employs a technique of pouring acrylic polymers, resulting in paintings marked by inventive use of color. Creating new hues through overlapping translucent layers, the artist evokes what she refers to as "color desire." This technique engages viewers in seeking color resolutions across the canvas, highlighting the interactions and spaces between colors — as illustrated in this exhibition of 18 recent paintings, including Nathanson's largest work to date. Read more

The Imaginary Made Real

Curated by Paul Laster 27 Jun - 16 Aug 2024 “The imaginary is what tends to become real.” ― André Breton The Imaginary Made Real, curated by writer, editor, and educator Paul Laster, features 31 international contemporary artists in celebration of Surrealism’s centennial anniversary, approaching the dreamlike movement through fresh eyes. Read more

Libbie Mark

Collage Paintings 23 May - 22 Jun 2024 Abstract Expressionist American artist Libbie Mark (1905-1972) had connections with many of the twentieth century’s most significant artists, including Grace Hartigan, Hans Hofmann, Larry Rivers, and Vaclav Vytlacil. She created her work in important artistic communities of New York and Provincetown. Her unique "collage paintings" reflect a deep experimentation with—and skilled handling of—color and texture that made her work stand out then and now.
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Dorothy Dehner

A Retrospective 23 May - 22 Jun 2024 Weave together the story of Dehner’s seventy-year artistic career, from 1930s works on paper to monumental sculptures from the 1980s and 90s. This is the first exhibition of this scope and depth on Dehner since a retrospective at the Cleveland Museum of Art, Ohio, in 1995. Read more

Alice Baber

Reverse Infinity 20 Apr - 18 May 2024 Alice Baber: Reverse Infinity at Berry Campbell Gallery presents the first major exhibition of Alice Baber's work in over 40 years. Featuring paintings from 1960-1981, the show highlights Baber's distinctive use of thinned-down oils and acrylics. Accompanied by a 68-page catalogue by curator Dan Cameron, this exhibition reintroduces Baber, a key figure in Abstract Expressionism and the Downtown New York art scene. Known for her explorations of color and light, Baber's work has recently seen a resurgence in market interest, reflecting her significant yet previously underappreciated contribution to art history. Read more

Jean Cohen

Paintings 1927 – 2013 18 Apr - 18 May 2024 Berry Campbell Gallery, located in New York City, specializes in Postwar American Art with a focus on Abstract Expressionism. The gallery represents established and mid-career artists, presenting historically significant exhibitions and contributing to contemporary scholarship. Female gallery founders Christine Berry and Martha Campbell are known for rediscovering and promoting overlooked artists. The gallery is a vital part of the Chelsea art scene, offering a diverse and dynamic program. Read more

Elizabeth Osborne

Works on Paper 14 Mar - 15 Apr 2024 Elizabeth Osborne, a renowned American artist, is celebrated for her vivid use of color and light. Her works span a variety of styles, from realist watercolors to abstract paintings, showcasing her versatility and artistic evolution. Osborne's pieces often explore themes of nature, interior spaces, and human figures, reflecting her keen observational skills and emotional depth. With a career spanning several decades, she has exhibited widely and her work is included in numerous public and private collections, solidifying her place in contemporary art. Read more

Janice Biala

Paintings 1946 – 1986 14 Mar - 13 Apr 2024 NYC-based, women-owned gallery Berry Campbell presents a solo exhibition of Janice Biala, an influential Polish-American artist, is celebrated for her vibrant and dynamic paintings that blend abstraction with figurative elements. The original 'American in Paris,' Biala — known to many by simply her last name — masterfully assimilated the aesthetics of the New York School and the School of Paris. Her work often features bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, capturing the essence of her subjects, which range from still lifes and interiors to urban landscapes. Biala's career spans several decades, with numerous exhibitions showcasing her evolution as an artist. Her paintings are included in prestigious collections, highlighting her significant contribution to modern art and her lasting impact on the contemporary art scene. Read more

Frank Wimberley

Bright Source 8 Feb - 9 Mar 2024 Fred Wimberley, a distinguished American painter, is known for his vibrant abstract works that explore color and form with dynamic intensity. His pieces often feature bold, gestural brushstrokes and a vivid palette, reflecting his deep engagement with the expressive potential of abstraction. Wimberley's work, which spans several decades, has been exhibited widely and is included in numerous private and public collections. His contributions to contemporary art underscore his importance in the abstract art movement and his lasting influence on modern painting. Read more

Dan Christensen: Calligraphic Stains & Scrapes

Paintings 1977 – 1984 8 Feb - 9 Mar 2024 Dan Christensen, an influential American painter, is renowned for his vibrant and innovative abstract works. Known for his use of spray guns and squeegees, Christensen's paintings feature dynamic lines and vivid colors, blending lyrical abstraction with hard-edge techniques. His career, spanning several decades, showcases his evolution from Color Field painting to more experimental approaches. Christensen's work is held in major museum collections, reflecting his significant contribution to contemporary art and his lasting impact on the abstract art movement. Read more