Experience the Ethereal: "The Sky Was Never Meant to Hold Us" Opens March 7th at Galerie SLP

Embark on a sensory journey with “The Sky Was Never Meant to Hold Us,” a compelling duo exhibition highlighting the innovative works of Christiane Grimm and John Vitale. This immersive experience invites viewers into a dynamic interplay of material, light, rhythm, and perception, where the distinctions between form and dissolution, weight and weightlessness, and colour and sound are fluid and ever-evolving. Both artists challenge the limits of materiality through their unique practices, fostering movement and shifting perspectives in a deeply engaging artistic dialogue.

Vernissage: March 7th, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Admission: Free
Venue: Galerie SLP, Bikini Berlin, Budapester Str. 48, 10787 Berlin
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Exhibition Dates: March 7th – April 19th, 2025

About the Artists

Christiane Grimm (1957, Stuttgart, DE)
With a creative journey beginning in the mid-1980s, Christiane Grimm translates the subtleties of colour and light into immersive spaces. A trained architect turned self-taught artist, Grimm utilizes an eclectic array of materials, from oils and acrylics to Perspex and antique glass. Her art delves into visual objects and architectural light sculptures, probing how lighting and material influence colour perception. Her use of milky ribbed glass transforms light into a spectrum of hues, creating a sensual interplay of colour, composition, space, and illumination.

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John Vitale (1979, Illinois, USA)

A self-taught abstract painter, John Vitale explores the intricate tapestry of human experience through his rich and layered canvases. Making his debut in the Berlin art scene with this exhibition, Vitale’s work features organic shapes, expressive lines, and vibrant colour palettes that weave captivating visual narratives. His meticulous approach involves extensive time and thoughtful adjustments on each piece, where subtle changes in mark or colour can bring a work to life. Employing a diverse range of materials—including acrylics, house paint, enamels, and oil sticks—Vitale encapsulates the essence of time and experience within his creations.

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