A GOOD RECLUSE IS HARD TO FIND
STEVE DORE
APRIL 6 - MAY 18, 2024
an exhibition of new artwork by
Artist Talk / Opening Reception:
April 6 | 1 - 2 PM
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Transformer is honored to announce A Good Recluse is Hard to Find, featuring new artwork by London based artist Steve Dore in his first solo exhibition. Dore delves into the intricacies of the human experience, where the duality of humor and sadness intersect with the complexities of social life. Through mixed media collage, Dore metaphorically mirrors the fragmented nature of our existence and highlights the thin line between horror & hilarity we experience within our lifetimes.
Steve Dore is a self-taught American artist residing in London, England. He became involved with art by making flyers and record covers for local punk rock bands in his native state of Connecticut. This experience led to further explorations into the visual world informed by a decidedly underground and homemade aesthetic. Music also informs Dore’s intuitive approach, which is most notable in his involvement with Washington, DC based band The Casual Dots. Unencumbered by any traditional training in the art world, Dore has developed his own particular style through experimentation with various mediums, and a healthy sense of irreverence and humor.
EXHIBITION PROGRAMMING
Saturday, April 6 | 1 - 2 PM
Artist Talk / Opening Reception
Join us at Transformer for a conversation with artist Steve Dore on the opening day of A Good Recluse is Hard to Find.
Saturday, April 13 | 2 - 5 PM
3D Collage Workshop
In this 3D Collage workshop, art lovers are invited to explore methods of collaging through cardboard, paper, and found materials. Encouraging imaginative approaches to creating scenes and figurines, everyone will get to take home their own creation. Free & open to the public.