Published On:Wednesday, November 25, 2009

By JEFFARAH GIBSON

EXPLORING the abstract and the concept of surrealism is what visual artist Allan P Wallace does in his exhibition entitled "Birth of a Godhead".

The solo exhibition is set to open this Friday at New Providence Art and Antiques on Bank Lane, and features 20 intriguing and thought-provoking pieces.

The artist, who is known for his murals on the wall at the site of the original Straw Market, uses a variety of mediums to set the mood in each piece and to communicate effectively the events that have prompted changes in his life.

"It is me coming into myself really, and now I have a new state of mind and it shows how much I have grown over the years which was the motivation behind the title 'Birth of a Godhead'," he said.

Mr Wallace also uses this exhibition to simply show off his raw talent. And it shows in a piece that was created in pen.

"The piece that was completed in pen ink was done to create harmony between the mediums. I get bored quickly and I like to challenge myself so that was the reason behind using the pen ink," he said.

This particular piece took the artist approximately five days to finish, while the entire collection took about six weeks to complete.

Mr Wallace said he hopes his work reignites the passion and appreciation people once had for art.

"One time ago there were a great deal of persons who could appreciate fine art, nowadays there is only a small few. However, I hope that my artwork will make those persons fall in love with art once again," he said.

He added: "The overall message I am trying to send out in this exhibition is that anyone can reach their highest potential once they rely on God."

Opening night of the exhibition is this Friday from 6pm to 10pm. The show runs until December 18.

For more information call 328-7916.