HOFA gallery transcends artistic norms at art miami 2024 with 'beyond reality' exhibition

HOFA Gallery unveils ‘Beyond Reality’ at Art Miami 2024

HOFA Gallery invites audiences to transcend artistic norms with its latest exhibition, Beyond Reality, debuting at Art Miami 2024. Running from December 3 to 8 at booth AM109, the showcase promises an eclectic collection of works that redefine the boundaries of perception. With contributions from 27 visionary artists, the fuses the lines between mediums, styles, and ideologies, challenging viewers to explore the intricate connections between mind, matter, and nature.

Tactical Adjustment by Ilhwa Kim, 2024, Hand-dyed Hanji Paper, 119 x 93 x 13 cm, 46 7_8 x 36 5_8 x 5 1_8 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

‘Beyond Reality’: an intricate dance of creativity and concept

Founded in 2012, HOFA Gallery (House of Fine Art) has cemented its place as a pioneer in contemporary art. The gallery represents a diverse roster of artists from across the globe, spotlighting works that explore humanity, culture, and emerging technologies. From immersive new media installations to AI-driven art, HOFA consistently curates exhibitions that engage audiences intellectually and emotionally.

With Beyond Reality, the gallery takes another bold step, inviting attendees to reexamine their understanding of reality and its delicate interplay with perception. The exhibition brings together a wide spectrum of artists whose works disrupt and redefine aesthetic coherence. Standouts include Sougwen Chung’s exploration of human-machine collaboration, Ayobola Kekere-Ekun’s quilled interpretations of mythology, and Ilhwa Kim’s meticulous hand-dyed paper sculptures that explore spatial depth.

Coexistence – Medusa by Seungwan Park, 2022, White and pink marble, 80 x 45 x 40 cm, 31 1_2 x 17 3_4 x 15 3_4 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

A spotlight on Owen McAteer

Among the many artists featured, the exhibition also spotlights Owen McAteer’s interactive digital work Seiche, inspired by oscillating waves, which transforms stillness into dynamic motion through viewer interaction. McAteer merges art and science into an interactive experience. This digital installation reflects the tranquil balance of Biscayne Bay while inviting participants to become active agents, generating new patterns of flow through their actions. In doing so, the artist creates a poetic parallel between environmental dynamics and human interaction, offering a profound commentary on the delicate equilibrium of natural systems.

Seiche by Owen McAteer | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

From Zhuang Hong Yi’s floral sculptures crafted from Chinese rice paper to Julian Voss-Andreae’s science-inspired figurative works, Beyond Reality offers an extraordinary range of artistic voices. Sougwen Chung’s robotic collaborations challenge the boundaries between human and machine creativity, while Ilhwa Kim’s intricately dyed hanji paper sculptures redefine depth and spatial storytelling. Eser Gündüz’s multimedia abstractions explore imaginative utopias, and Ayobola Kekere-Ekun’s quilled compositions delve into mythology, trauma, and identity. Joseph Klibansky’s vibrant works blend pop culture with classical motifs, and Igor Dobrowolski’s evocative pieces probe the depths of human experience.

Obba Water Fight II by Ayobola Kekere-Ekun, 2024, Mixed Media (Paper Strips, Fabric and Acrylic on Canvas) 122 x 91 cm, 48 x 35 7_8 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Anne von Freyburg’s Rococo-inspired hand-stitched fabrics question femininity and consumerism, while Camille Hannah’s paradoxical digital-gestural paintings highlight the fluidity of perception. Li Jie’s rhythmical abstract accumulations and Jan Kaláb’s graffiti-informed forms explore the interplay of colour and motion. Gianfranco Meggiato’s geometric sculptures evoke the complexity of the universe, and Kostas Papakostas’s experiments with light and shadow invite dynamic visual engagement. Max Patté’s emotive light sculptures, Romina Ressia’s anachronistic portraits, and Mary Ronayne’s fantastical mythological scenes reveal the diverse narratives of identity. 

Sharp on the Edges (After Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun) by Anne von Freyburg, 2023, Textile painting_ acrylic ink, synthetic-fabrics, tapestry-fabric, sequin fabrics, hand-embroidery, polyester wadding and hand-dyed tassel fringes on canvas, 90

Moreover, Antonio Signorini’s mythological figures bring ancient themes into the contemporary realm, while Jason Sims’ perceptual light installations create illusions of space. Sophie Victoria’s surreal explorations of the human condition provoke profound reflections. Vladinsky’s gestural abstractions delve into the subconscious, Maxim Wakultschik’s optical illusions reshape portraiture, and Wang Ziling’s sculptural paintings push spatial boundaries. Together, this rich and diverse roster of artists forms a cohesive yet multifaceted narrative, connecting themes of identity, coexistence, and the infinite potential of contemporary art.

Luce by Antonio Signorini, 2023, Bronze with a mixed patina bronze and gold leaves, 235 x 60 x 60 cm, 92 1_2 x 23 5_8 x 23 5_8 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

The Thinker by Joseph Klibansky, 2024, Signed Painted and sterling silver plated bronze, 60 x 36 x 26 cm, 23 5_8 x 14 1_8 x 10 1_4 in Edition of 20 plus 4 AP | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Untitled, Eser Gündüz, 2024, Mixed Media on Resin, 116 x 93 cm, 45 5_8 x 36 5_8 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

AKT III by Igor Dobrowolski, 2024, Polished Bronze, Concrete and Steel, 197 x 85 x 85 cm, 77 1_2 x 33 1_2 x 33 1_2 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

No. 678 by Vladinsky, 2023, Oil on canvas, 132 x 166 cm, 52 x 65 3_8 in | image courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

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Study 33 by Sougwen Chung, 2024, Acrylic on Canvas, Created with D.O.U.G._4 Bespoke Robotic System, 82 x 59 cm, 32 1_4 x 23 1_4 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA_

I.S. by Alejandro Monge, 2024, Fibreglass, Concrete and Pigments, 40 x 25 x 25 cm, 15 3_4 x 9 7_8 x 9 7_8 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Water in Dripping-Surging by Zheng Lu, 2023, Stainless steel, 92 x 92 x 135 cm, 36 1_4 x 36 1_4 x 53 1_8 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Lakshmibai by Camille Hannah, 2024, Oil and 24k Gold on Plexiglass, 170 x 150 cm, 66 7_8 x 59 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Frequenze Auree by Gianfranco Meggiato, 2024, Painted bronze, 200 x 60 x 60 cm, 78 3_4 x 23 5_8 x 23 5_8 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Splash World by Mary Ronayne, 2024, Enamel on Wood, 120 x 120 x 4 cm, 47 1_4 x 47 1_4 x 1 5_8 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

Mask by Wang Ziling, 2024, Suspended Hardened Paint, 100 x 80 x 25 cm, 39 3_8 x 31 1_2 x 9 7_8 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA

TIDE by Max Patté, 2024, Automotive paints, acrylic paints, clear cast acrylic, epoxy resin, clear coat custom board, 2 way glass, mirror, LEDs, 24v power supply, electrical cable, 240v plug, D 110 cm, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA_

In My Labyrinth Square by Sophie Victoria, 2024, Acrylic and Vinyl on Italian Polyester, 150 x 150 cm, 59 x 59 in, Courtesy of the Artist & HOFA_

project info:

name: Beyond Reality
organization: HOFA Gallery | @thehouseoffineart

location: HOFA Booth AM109, Art Miami

venue: One Herald Plaza (NE 14th Street & Biscayne Bay), Miami, FL 33132

artists: Sougwen Chung, Igor Dobrowolski, Anne von Freyburg, Eser Gündüz, Camille Hannah, Li Jie, Jan Kaláb, Ayobola Kekere-Ekun, Ilhwa Kim, Joseph Klibansky, Zheng Lu, Owen McAteer, Gianfranco Meggiato, Alejandro Monge, Kostas Papakostas, Seungwan Park, Max Patté, Romina Ressia, Mary Ronayne, Antonio Signorini, Jason Sims, Sophie Victoria, Vladinsky, Julian Voss-Andreae, Maxim Wakultschik, Zhuang Hong Yi and Wang Ziling
dates: December 3–8, 2024