Alexandra Pacula is an artist that we have been working with since the very beginning. Her artwork is some of the most inspirational and intriguing oil paintings that we have come across and we are absolutely delighted to bring you her upcoming solo show, Shifting Perspectives, opening on Friday May 11th, 6pm – 9pm!! Alexandra’s “Visual Intoxication” style of oil painting is constantly evolving as she progresses her technique with the utmost dedication. This is a show that is not to be missed.

Mighty Tanaka presents:
Shifting Perspectives
A solo show by Alexandra Pacula

The Manhattan Bridge, standing like a proud cobalt giant, stretching its outreached arms to connect two landscapes and bring people together. With feet of stone resting peacefully in the muddy waters of the East River, the steel structure radiates with an electric individuality that beams across boroughs. This symbolic artery of New York City possesses an astute flair of personality that serves as an inspiration and muse to the people who are lucky enough to be touched by its magic. Mighty Tanaka is proud to bring you our next show, Shifting Perspectives, a solo exhibition featuring the artwork of Alexandra Pacula, as she interprets the vibrant nuances of this world recognized landmark.

Shifting Perspectives exemplifies Alexandra Pacula’s trademark style of painting dubbed “Visual Intoxication”.  The abstract yet photo realist nature of her work provides dynamic movement to an otherwise stationary object, allowing it to come to life and move freely around the canvas.   A virtual vortex of light and motion envelops the artwork, which tempts the eye and draws in the viewer.

With a confident hand, Alexandra Pacula demonstrates the expansive versatility of her technique through the inspirational power of her subject matter. Her ability to manipulate oil paint into a highly complex and mind bending experience solidifies the various Shifting Perspectives of her artwork.

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, May 11th, 2012
6:00PM – 9:00PM

(Show closes June 8th, 2012)

Welcoming spring with The Birds and the Bees, featuring the works by Gigi Chen and H. Veng Smith. Please contact the gallery at contact@mightytanaka.com for more information regarding available works. 

We hope you can join us for our next show, The Birds and The Bees, featuring the wonderful artwork of Gigi Chen & H. Veng Smith.  This highly anticipated event opens on Friday, April 13th (6pm – 9pm) and will be on display until May 4th.

Mighty Tanaka presents:
The Birds and The Bees
Featuring the artwork of Gigi Chen & H. Veng Smith

Spring is the season for growth and renewal and with it, people come together in joyous celebration.  Drunk off the familiar sensation of green grasses and blossoming flora, the world is alive and full of inspiration.  A romantic essence fills the air with an intoxicating blend of rejuvenating aromas that tempts the body and plays with the mind.  It is easy to lose oneself in the cacophony of reawakening, as senses are overloaded and forged into the memory.  Through the enchanted feelings resides a notion of self-discovery that enables reckless abandonment, which leads to a multitude of outcomes.  Mighty Tanaka is pleased to bring you our springtime show, The Birds and The Bees, featuring the fantastical artwork of Gigi Chen & H. Veng Smith.

The Birds and The Bees is a traditional metaphor for love, yet it also encompasses the sharp stinging pain of loss.  It is a constant reminder of balance and desire as well as the shock of reality.  As the warmth grows, so does the undergrowth and the tangle of vines and thorns, creating an ever-challenging terrain of hope and expectations to navigate.

Both Gigi Chen and H. Veng Smith utilize a host of inspiring techniques to create their individual work.  Both artists create their work from oil paint, yet their achieved outcome differs greatly.  As the days grow longer and the sun shines a little brighter, it’s the perfect setting for The Birds and The Bees to come out to play.

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, April 13th, 2012
6:00PM – 9:00PM

(Show closes May 4th, 2012)

Following an amazing opening night with artists SeeOne and JMR, you can now view the works featured in the show below. Email us at contact@mightytanaka.com for more information regarding available works. 

On the heels of a successful showing at the Fountain Art Fair this past weekend, we gear up to bring you a new show opening on Friday, March 16th!  Come out and join us for a colorful explosion of abstraction with JMR and See One in their upcoming show, Color & Motion.  On display until April 6th, the combined artists work will liven up the walls through an inviting combination of texture, movement and radiance.

Join us for the opening reception on Friday, March 16th, 6pm – 9pm.

Mighty Tanaka Presents:
Color & Motion
Featuring the artwork of JMR & See One

Worlds are created, destroyed and manipulated with a single stroke of the brush.  Through the swirling movement and radiant bursts exists an abstract landscape of hostile environments intertwined with gentle allure.  A semblance of paths and trails carved through the terrain, guides the eye through a visual exposé of mutually complimenting color tones and textures, further descending into the heart of the painting.  Mighty Tanaka is happy to present our next show, Color & Motion, featuring the explosive abstract work of JMR & See One.  Together, they explore the bounds of abstract art and intend to move beyond the barriers.

Color & Motion is an all-encompassing journey of expression that highlights a strong pallet and maintains a constant flow.  Through the line work of JMR or the color shards of See One, both artists influence the movement of the eye with their chosen techniques.  The work lends itself to a variety of interpretations that exist in the eye of the beholder.

Both artists utilize the very idea of Color & Motion within the overall approach, choosing to create work with acrylic paint as well as incorporating collage elements. JMR and See One, while similar in approach, both execute their work in unique and mesmerizing ways that invites the viewer to look a little closer.

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, March 16th, 2012
6:00PM – 9:00PM

(Show closes April 6th, 2012)

Mighty Tanaka is showing with the Fountain Art Fair for the third time, opening this weekend on March 9th!  We are pleased to present a solid line-up of artists who represent the 'Raw to the Refined'.  We will be exhibiting the work of established Mighty Tanaka artists as well as emerging talents, both of whom bring an exciting array of inspiring artwork to the fold.  The fair is happening March 9th – 11th, so if you are in NYC, this is a must.  With many excellent galleries and artists showing in this years event, there is definitely going to be something for everyone.

Featuring the works of Cake and Don Pablo Pedro, Inside Out will be on display through March 9, 2012. Email us at contact@mightytanaka.com for information on available artwork. 

Mighty Tanaka presents:
Inside Out
Featuring the artwork of Cake & Don Pablo Pedro

Look in the mirror, what do you see?  Does your reflection smile back at you?  Or does it hide behind layers of doubt?  As each of us interprets the notion of self differently, the ways in which we choose to outwardly express ourselves varies greatly.  For some, personal identity cannot always be communicated simply with words alone, so other means are utilized to translate the inner dialogue.  Mighty Tanaka is pleased to bring you our next show, Inside Out, featuring the artwork of Cake & Don Pablo Pedro.

Inside Out is the outward expression of ones innermost feelings.  The figurative and symbolic imagery relates to the personal struggle for understanding and emphasizes the desire to be heard.  It’s the rare insight into the mind of another, a visual representation of an individual’s emotions.  In essence, Inside Out is the exploration of self.

Cake & Don Pablo Pedro, two artists who’s work both compliments and conflicts, juxtapose each other in a complimentary way.  From the soft touch of muslin fabric to the rigid edges of a wooden panel, their chosen materials are representational of their message, as they open themselves to the world.

OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, February 17th, 2012
6:00PM – 9:00PM

(Show closes March 9nd, 2012)

Last month, we were approached by the Museum of Sex who asked if we could assist them with a new Street Art show called F*CK ART.  Truly honored by the invitation to be their advisor, we gladly accepted.  With only a few weeks of prep time before the show, we were fortunate enough to be able to secure some really great artists.  Bringing on internationally recognized artists such as Aiko and Miss Van, we  also reached out to some local NYC favorites like El Celso, DROID, GEN II & OZE108 of 907 Crew & Dickchicken.  Furthermore, we were able to bring on a couple of artists who have shown with Mighty Tanaka in the past, RTTP (Casual Encounters, February 2011) & JMR (Of Clouds and Something Else, April 2010).  The show also features many other recognizable names such as Mode2, Tony Bones as well as the infamous Fuck Bike by Andrew H. Shirley & William Thomas Porter.

The show is due to open on Wednesday, February 8th and run until Sunday, June 10th.

Lost & Found, featuring the works of Adam Void, Curtis Reidel, Alice Mizrachi, ELLE and John Breiner; will be up on display through February 5, 2012. Please contact the gallery at contact@mightytanaka.com

Mighty Tanaka presents:
Lost & Found

Featuring the artwork of Adam Void, Alice Mizrachi, Curtis Readel, ELLE & John Breiner

Look around you; the world is full of art.  We all know the saying, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”, however, some individuals choose to take that phrase to heart.  Artists from a range of disciplines utilize a world of scattered debris, creating an array of striking creations from the items that many people would find worthless.  Mighty Tanaka is pleased to bring you our first show of 2012 entitled Lost & Found, a group show of found objects and the artwork that is created from them.  Featuring the vision of Adam Void, Alice Mizrachi, Curtis Readel, ELLE & John Breiner, each artist represents a unique idea of the world through their chosen method of creation.

Lost & Found intends to demonstrate a cross-section of aesthetic interpretation of objects that are generally taken for granted in daily life.  Artwork made from found materials provides the artist with an endless amount of inspiration, as all the necessary components are easily accessible and free to use.  This is the art of the juxtaposition, both complimenting and conflicting itself, as the work is literally born from the streets and transformed into something that is new, exciting and fresh.

Through the usage of mediums such as old beat up currency, abandoned pieces of wood, detached doors and tattered textiles, the artist is able to rebuild forgotten memories and forge them into a new identity. Lost & Found offers the viewer the opportunity to reconnect with the pieces of the past and the chance to begin anew.

OPENING RECEPTION:

Friday, January 13th, 2012

6:00PM – 10:00PM

Check out the wonderful work, available to view at the gallery until January 6th! Dimensions and prices listed in the description for each piece when clicked. If you have any questions or would like to pick up one of these beauties please call us or email us at contact@mightytanaka.com!