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'Papercuts' at Space 301 a 'poetic interplay of light and shadow'

Cover for "Papercuts" exhibit at Space 301. (Courtesy Reni Gower)

The artists who contributed their work to the “Papercuts” exhibit at Space 301 hail from Australia, France, Czech Republic, Canada, and the United States, and they bring a broad range of international perspectives to the contemporary art of paper cutting, says curator Reni Gower.

“Using all manner of tools and paper, the artists create works that range from narrative commentaries to complex structural abstractions,” she says in her curator’s statement. “Their works are bold contemporary statements that celebrate the subtle nuance of the artist’s hand through a process that traces its origins to sixth-century China.

“Light, shadow and color play key roles, transforming this ancient technique into dynamic installations filled with delicate illusions.”

“Narrative metaphor and transformative time infuse all the works. Whether manifested as silhouettes, romanticized fictions, enigmatic re-enactments, cryptic scripts or poetic abstractions, the artists address historical, cultural, and personal identity.

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Visual arts roundup: What not to miss April 19-25

‘Paperwork’ closes at Julia Martin Gallery

Saturday is the last day to check out Julia Martin Gallery’s group exhibition, “Paperwork,” which features mixed media works by four artists: Megan Kimber (Birmingham), Merilee Chalis (Birmingham), Rachel Briggs (Nashville) and Julia Martin (Nashville). Many pieces in the show bring together the human and animal instinct, juxtaposing figures and avian elements with a dark twist. The gallery is at 444 Humphreys St. in Wedgewood-Houston. Hours are 12-6 p.m. Saturdays and anytime by appointment; call 615-336-7773 to schedule. Admission is free.

Tinney debuts Anna Jaap exhibition

This Saturday, Tinney will unveil its latest exhibition, “Thicket,” by Nashville-based painter Anna Jaap. A sharp turn from the last show of meticulous all-white works by New York paper artist Jaq Belcher, Jaap’s bold paintings are alive with color and energetic mark-making that leans toward the spontaneous rather than the calculated. The works are largely abstract, though natural elements can be made out from the forms: leaves, branches, flowers, berries. An opening reception will be held May 2; the exhibition is on view through May 27. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Admission is free.

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