| ArtXchange Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition by June Sekiguchi highlighting her diverse sculptural work in scrollcut wood. This exhibition of playful, interactive sculpture explores the diversity and unity of cultures around the world through pattern. Sekiguchi’s work investigates the transitions where universal patterns evolve into ethnic identity and personal aesthetic. Her work explores pattern through points of intersection, both geographical, such as rivers and trading routes, and conceptual, like language and shape, where cross-cultural exchange occurs.
“Pattern Play” exhibits a diverse group of sculptural and wall hung work using Sekiguchi’s signature scrollcutting technique. The exhibit unveils several new works inspired by the theme of children’s toys and games. Sekiguchi has created an installation of interchangeable “Stacking Blocks,” intricately scrollcut in iconic patterns from Southeast Asia to Northwest Africa, based on the basic shapes of children’s building blocks. “Pattern Play” also exhibits work drawing from several of Sekiguchi’s enduring sources of inspiration, including wall-hung sculptures inspired by Ajrak textiles from Pakistan, a work from an ongoing series exploring the cultural significance of rivers, and a group of “Light Boxes” that features patterns with personal meaning to Sekiguchi’s life.
An exhibition catalog is available for download or purchase a signed copy at ArtXchange for $15 (tax included).
View photos from the opening reception!
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