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Oop Art by Matthew Rose

“An intellectual says a simple thing in a hard way. An artist says a hard thing in a simple way.” – Charles Bukowski


Soft Sculpture by Louise Bourgeous

“The first question I ask myself when something doesn’t seem to be beautiful is why do I think it’s not beautiful. And very shortly you discover that there is no reason.” – John Cage


Wall Painting by Odili Donald Odita

“There is poetry as soon as we realize we possess nothing.” – John Cage


Necco Wafer Drawings by Denise Tassin

“Everywhere in the modern world there is neglect, the need to be recognized, which is not satisfied. Art is a way of recognizing oneself, which is why it will always be modern.” Louise Bourgeois


‘Andre Breton’ by Matthew Rose

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