Copro Gallery presents a 2 artist exhibition with Shawn Barber & Carl Dobsky titled “Within The Hearts of Man”. The origins of the phrase has no single origin and can be found in a variety of sayings and places. However, despite its ubiquity, the phrase whenever it is used always refers to something that is at the very core of someone’s being. It could refer to beliefs that are deeply held, a love of something that defines one’s life, or it could refer to something that is intrinsic to the very nature of being human.

Opening Reception: THIS SATURDAY June 1st , 2024 - 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Exhibit runs; June 1st – June 22, 2024

WITHIN THE HEARTS OF MAN - 2 artist exhibition featuring Carl Dobsky and Shawn Barber

SHAWN BARBER has been exploring and documenting contemporary tattooculture and history for almost two decades. Through portraits, still-life and paintings of the interiors and exteriors of tattoo shops, Barber’s intimate personal knowledge of these subjects is unveiled. These storied characters that create the images that embody the beliefs of those who (get tattooed) or memorialize those people who were close to the heart, are humbly connected to the tribal nature of man.

SHAWN BARBER WEB PREVIEW: https://www.copronason.com/shawn24/

CARL DOBSKY interprets, what lies “within the hearts of man” appears to be a deep-seated and a tragic kind of folly. Through the use of allegory and social commentary, Dobsky points at our tendencies to engage in acts that end up destroying our health, wealth, and security both on the individual scale and that of the society at large. Whether the subject is an original invention or taken from literary or humanist sources, the common theme is the evil men do both to others and themselves.

CARL DOBSKY WEB PREVIEW: https://www.copronason.com/dobsky24/

To receive the Collectors Preview or for more information please email Gallery Director, Gary Pressman on CoproGallery@Live.com

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