Exhibitions
Dreams Have Never Made My Bed
September 12th - October 5th
Solo Exhibition by Jonah Jacobs
OPENING RECEPTION: September 12, 6 - 9 PM
Join Us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, September 12 at 6:00 PM Artist Show & Tell on Saturday, September 21 at 7:00 PM
Kaiser Gallery is proud to announce a landmark event in the Cleveland art scene: the opening reception of Dreams Have Never Made My Bed, a solo exhibition by the acclaimed artist Jonah Jacobs. This exhibition marks Jacobs' 100th show, a monumental achievement that underscores his profound impact on contemporary art and the local creative community.
Jonah Jacobs, a cherished figure in Cleveland's art world, is celebrated for his exploration of themes that bridge beauty, complexity, and eco-consciousness. Born in Denmark and educated at Antioch College, Jacobs’ artistic journey has been shaped by a rich tapestry of experiences, including his service in South Korea and with the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army. These diverse experiences imbue his work with a unique depth, offering viewers new perspectives on the world around them.
Dreams Have Never Made My Bed features large-scale works that mesmerize with their intricate details and conceptual depth. Jacobs’ creations, composed of thousands of geometric shapes, echo the complexities of natural systems like fractal patterns and bio colonies. These pieces explore the delicate balance between order and chaos, growth and decay, and the cyclical nature of life—universal forces that resonate with all of us.
A key element of Jacobs' work is his unwavering commitment to sustainability. By repurposing everyday materials such as cardboard, egg cartons, yarn, quinoa, oatmeal, and dryer sheets, he challenges conventional notions of art and waste. His work not only captivates but also inspires a reevaluation of our relationship with the environment, encouraging more sustainable artistic practices.
The exhibition will be on view at Kaiser Gallery from September 12 to October 5. Located in the vibrant Tremont neighborhood, Kaiser Gallery offers a unique fusion of contemporary art and artisan cocktails, creating an immersive and welcoming environment for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This innovative approach ensures that each exhibition is both accessible and engaging, expanding the reach of groundbreaking art while supporting the creative community.
Special Events:
Don’t miss this chance to be part of Cleveland’s vibrant art scene and to experience the visionary work of Jonah Jacobs.
Join us for the opening reception on July 12 from 6 - 9 PM. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
ABOUT THE ARTIST: JONAH JACOBS
Jonah Jacobs is an artist who lives and works in Cleveland Ohio. He was born in Denmark but has lived in the United States for most of his life. A graduate of Antioch College, he is also an Army veteran who served in S. Korea and in the 82nd Airborne Division.
Nature presents itself in a dizzying array of organic shapes and structures. From the graceful spiral arms of galaxies to the nebulous webs created by tree roots, to the hexagonal geometry of honeycomb – the structures of nature are wondrous creations where beauty meets function, and the repetition of simple patterns give rise to an enigmatic complexity. The main emphasis of his artwork is to recreate the grandeur and complexity of natural structures. Whereas some artists paint two-dimensional representations of various flora and fauna onto canvas, his work instead, recreates the structures found in nature by distilling their essence down to an abstracted form and then creating sculptures similar to those forms. Understanding the physicality and how form and function are intertwined in nature is the philosophical foundation from which all of his sculptures are created. I want to know how things are built and not just what they look like.
Jonah's use of unconventional materials and various techniques for creating his work are groundbreaking and unique. Most of his work is breaded with oatmeal. The oatmeal along with sand and plaster gives Jonah's work a textural quality not seen in other works of sculpture.
The oatmeal also acts as a sponge that soaks up the various dyes. This gives Jonah's work a strange vibrancy and natural blending of tones. Many of his organic looking sculptures are created through a method of layering. This is similar to the way rings are formed on a tree, the difference being his sculptures grow vertically from a “genetic blueprint” as opposed to trees which grow outward from an inner ring. Fire also plays a large role in some of Jonah's work. I use fire to create spontaneous and organic shapes. This helps keep his work from becoming too formulaic or geometric in form. Jonah's work also explores how beauty and complexity emerge from the repetition of simple shapes, for many of his sculptures are created by combining thousands of individual pieces to create complex organic forms. Some of the unconventional materials I use are: cardboard, egg cartons, dryer sheets, yarn and other textiles, cardboard tubes, gravel, Styrofoam, Polyfil, sand, salt, various spices, quinoa, and oatmeal.
Jonah's work grapples with how complexity is created out of the repetition of simple shapes, showcases the structural qualities inherent in nature, is a study in the use of unconventional materials, creates conversations about waste, explores the possibilities of sustainable practices in art, and lastly, explores through the repetitive process of labor, the relationship between monotonous work, skill, and the haphazard and organic ways in which forms take shape.
September 12th - October 5th
Solo Exhibition by Jonah Jacobs
OPENING RECEPTION: September 12, 6 - 9 PM
Join Us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, September 12 at 6:00 PM Artist Show & Tell on Saturday, September 21 at 7:00 PM
Kaiser Gallery is proud to announce a landmark event in the Cleveland art scene: the opening reception of Dreams Have Never Made My Bed, a solo exhibition by the acclaimed artist Jonah Jacobs. This exhibition marks Jacobs' 100th show, a monumental achievement that underscores his profound impact on contemporary art and the local creative community.
Jonah Jacobs, a cherished figure in Cleveland's art world, is celebrated for his exploration of themes that bridge beauty, complexity, and eco-consciousness. Born in Denmark and educated at Antioch College, Jacobs’ artistic journey has been shaped by a rich tapestry of experiences, including his service in South Korea and with the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army. These diverse experiences imbue his work with a unique depth, offering viewers new perspectives on the world around them.
Dreams Have Never Made My Bed features large-scale works that mesmerize with their intricate details and conceptual depth. Jacobs’ creations, composed of thousands of geometric shapes, echo the complexities of natural systems like fractal patterns and bio colonies. These pieces explore the delicate balance between order and chaos, growth and decay, and the cyclical nature of life—universal forces that resonate with all of us.
A key element of Jacobs' work is his unwavering commitment to sustainability. By repurposing everyday materials such as cardboard, egg cartons, yarn, quinoa, oatmeal, and dryer sheets, he challenges conventional notions of art and waste. His work not only captivates but also inspires a reevaluation of our relationship with the environment, encouraging more sustainable artistic practices.
The exhibition will be on view at Kaiser Gallery from September 12 to October 5. Located in the vibrant Tremont neighborhood, Kaiser Gallery offers a unique fusion of contemporary art and artisan cocktails, creating an immersive and welcoming environment for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This innovative approach ensures that each exhibition is both accessible and engaging, expanding the reach of groundbreaking art while supporting the creative community.
Special Events:
- Opening Reception: Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 6:00 PM
- Artist Show & Tell: Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM
- 100th Show Celebration Party: Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 8:00 PM
Don’t miss this chance to be part of Cleveland’s vibrant art scene and to experience the visionary work of Jonah Jacobs.
Join us for the opening reception on July 12 from 6 - 9 PM. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
ABOUT THE ARTIST: JONAH JACOBS
Jonah Jacobs is an artist who lives and works in Cleveland Ohio. He was born in Denmark but has lived in the United States for most of his life. A graduate of Antioch College, he is also an Army veteran who served in S. Korea and in the 82nd Airborne Division.
Nature presents itself in a dizzying array of organic shapes and structures. From the graceful spiral arms of galaxies to the nebulous webs created by tree roots, to the hexagonal geometry of honeycomb – the structures of nature are wondrous creations where beauty meets function, and the repetition of simple patterns give rise to an enigmatic complexity. The main emphasis of his artwork is to recreate the grandeur and complexity of natural structures. Whereas some artists paint two-dimensional representations of various flora and fauna onto canvas, his work instead, recreates the structures found in nature by distilling their essence down to an abstracted form and then creating sculptures similar to those forms. Understanding the physicality and how form and function are intertwined in nature is the philosophical foundation from which all of his sculptures are created. I want to know how things are built and not just what they look like.
Jonah's use of unconventional materials and various techniques for creating his work are groundbreaking and unique. Most of his work is breaded with oatmeal. The oatmeal along with sand and plaster gives Jonah's work a textural quality not seen in other works of sculpture.
The oatmeal also acts as a sponge that soaks up the various dyes. This gives Jonah's work a strange vibrancy and natural blending of tones. Many of his organic looking sculptures are created through a method of layering. This is similar to the way rings are formed on a tree, the difference being his sculptures grow vertically from a “genetic blueprint” as opposed to trees which grow outward from an inner ring. Fire also plays a large role in some of Jonah's work. I use fire to create spontaneous and organic shapes. This helps keep his work from becoming too formulaic or geometric in form. Jonah's work also explores how beauty and complexity emerge from the repetition of simple shapes, for many of his sculptures are created by combining thousands of individual pieces to create complex organic forms. Some of the unconventional materials I use are: cardboard, egg cartons, dryer sheets, yarn and other textiles, cardboard tubes, gravel, Styrofoam, Polyfil, sand, salt, various spices, quinoa, and oatmeal.
Jonah's work grapples with how complexity is created out of the repetition of simple shapes, showcases the structural qualities inherent in nature, is a study in the use of unconventional materials, creates conversations about waste, explores the possibilities of sustainable practices in art, and lastly, explores through the repetitive process of labor, the relationship between monotonous work, skill, and the haphazard and organic ways in which forms take shape.