Allegories of the Sun : By Kansiime Brian Lister

4 July - 31 August 2023

"Allegories of the Sun" by Kansiime Brian Lister masterfully captures the essence and emotions of the summer season, inspired by by the optimistic, positive, and joyful connotations associated with summer.

 

Kansiime Brian Lister brings forth a body of works in  Allegories of the Sun which skillfully evokes the feelings and imagery associated with this vibrant season, immersing viewers in a world where bright sunrays, lively colors, lush greenery, and blooming flowers symbolize the essence of summer. Each artwork invites viewers to experience the warmth, radiance, and nostalgia that summer evokes.

 

Toni Morrison beautifully describes the transformative power found within Lister's paintings: "I have only to break into the tightness of a strawberry, and I see summer - its dust and lowering skies. It was the first time I knew beauty. Had imagined it for myself. Beauty was not simply something to behold; it was something one could do." This sentiment emphasizes that beauty is an active experience, not merely a passive observation.

 

Allegories of the Sun invites you to embrace the vibrant and joyful spirit of this cherished season. Kansiime Brian's artworks not only capture the visual essence of summer but also immerse us in its radiant atmosphere, allowing us to appreciate the inherent beauty and revel in the joy of being alive.

 

Allegories of the Sun celebrates the sun-drenched days, blossoming nature, and the boundless possibilities that summer brings.

 

view exhibition on ARTSY here