Curated by Lisa Junghanß (Berlin, 1971), the exhibition delves into a new wave of conservatism in contemporary art and its potential pitfalls. Social media has fundamentally changed the dissemination of art, providing artists with a platform to instantly reach a global audience. However, this heightened visibility comes at a price: the pressure to conform to trends and gain social recognition. This conformity is reminiscent of 19th century Biedermeier — an artistic and cultural movement that heralded order and calm — and its self-censorship that undermined the ability of art to act as a catalyst for social change and to question and challenge prevailing ideologies.

Explore contemporary art’s examination of human emotions and experiences through physical and metaphorical borderlines. From challenging traditional mediums to addressing social and political divisions, these artists push the boundaries of artistic expression. Contemporary art provides a platform for artists to delve into feelings and boundaries, fostering conversations and introspection among viewers. It encourages us to question preconceived notions and stimulates a deeper understanding of our complex world. Join us in celebrating the power of contemporary art to transcend borders, spark introspection, and foster connections.
Exhibition Duration May 3rd – May 31st

After the success of the first exhibition in 2019, Art For The Sick has teamed up with Moth Belly Gallery to bring an even bigger and highly terrifying group project just in time for Halloween!
Please join us for the opening reception of this huge horror themed group exhibit. This show features almost 50 artists both local to the Bay area and international, all working with dark, bizarre, and grotesque imagery.

The opening reception will take place from 6-10pm as part of the SF First Thursday Art Walk with many more galleries & shows to check out around the area. The exhibit will remain on view for the remainder of October 2023!

Patrick Henne zeigt in seiner Show Gemälde aus den letzten 12 Monaten; idyllische Landschaften treffen auf Körperöffnungen und Reproduktionsorgane, alte Meister werden schamlos neu interpretiert und Fast Food wird zur erhabenen Errungenschaft unserer Zeit. Farbenfroh und mit viel Humor stichelt Henne gegen den um sich greifenden Konservatismus; seine durch und durch figurativen Ölgemälde sind bunte und detailverliebte Speerspitzen im Leib des ästhetischen Status Quo - seine Malerei als Ganzes kann man als Kampf gegen das Verbrechen der Dekoration verstehen, gegen die Verwerflichkeit des Schönen.