Exhibition on Display: September 7, 2024 – October 5, 2024 | Works By: Erika Duque Scully
Fort Works Art Gallery is pleased to announce "Aether," a solo exhibition by acclaimed
artist Erika Duque Scully, opening on September 7, 2024, and running through October 5,
2024. This exhibition, debuting during the Fort Worth Art Dealers Association Fall
Gallery Night, delves into the mystical themes that have become central to Scully's
work. Inspired by the ancient Greek concept of aether—the pure, upper air breathed
by the gods—Scully's imagined compositions blur the lines between reality and fantasy,
inviting viewers into a world where nature’s beauty is both familiar and mysterious.
Her work, deeply influenced by her journey into motherhood, reflects a renewed sense
of wonder and connection to the natural world, as she sees it anew through her son's eyes.
In "Aether," Scully draws inspiration from the wildflowers and plants of North Texas,
meticulously documenting her experiences in green spaces through sketches, field notes,
and photographs. However, it is within her studio that her work truly comes to life, as
she paints from memory, infusing personal touches into the landscapes she creates. This
process, which includes bringing wildflowers into her home to observe their cycles of
growth and decay, directly informs her exploration of the space between life and
death—the essence of the aether. The exhibition offers a profound meditation on the
ephemeral beauty of nature and invites viewers to reflect on their own relationship
with the natural world and the mysteries of existence. Join us at Fort Works Art
Gallery to experience the captivating landscapes of Erika Duque Scully.
ABOUT FORT WORKS ART
Fort Works Art is committed to bringing life, vitality, and energy to the art scene in Fort
Worth, TX. They are a resource for both seasoned collectors and the everyday individual. Existing
somewhere between a gallery, a cultural center, and a museum, Fort
Works Art strives to continually evolve into its own entity, free from the traditional labels
of the art world. They exist to support the arts, to give back to the community, and to inspire
youth.
Fort Works Art
2100 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76107
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 5 pm;
