What: Emojis, flowers and beads, oh my! Tying into the Vision Gallery’s current exhibition “So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism,” you can expect an explosion of color and enjoyment from “So Fun!” Day.

Attendees of all ages can create their very own maximalist-themed crafts and participate in giant games, like chess using life-size pieces made from beads. While you’re at the Vision Gallery, tour the exhibit and you’ll see how aptly named it is, with pieces by four artists to explore. Get lost in a sea of saturated color and leave having said, “That’s so fun!” at least 50 times.

About “So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism”

Born out of a rebellion against the Minimalist art movement, contemporary Maximalism counters the prejudice of high culture. From Yayoi Kusama’s polka dots to Kehinde Wiley’s portraits, this complex mode of creation has been used by artists and creatives over the decades to express themselves and transform the historical understanding of maximalist craft. The artists in this exhibition create transformative environments, explore femininity and queerness, celebrate the impact of internet culture, breathe new life into second-hand objects, and recontextualize the legacy of maximalism. Behind the tacky smiley faces, flashy flowers, and bright colors, in this exhibition there are deeply personal, social, and cultural topics being explored that challenge the perception of this playful aesthetic. Through the use of color, pattern, and repetition, “So Fun!” creates an environment rich in storytelling, self-expression, and empowerment that embodies the joyful spirit of the aesthetic of excess.

Participating artists: Lex Gjurasic, Sarah Hurwitz, Emily Spetrino, and Chloe Torri

Admission to “So Fun!” Day and the Vision Gallery is free.

When: Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where:
Vision Gallery
10 East Chicago Street
Chandler, AZ 85225

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For more information on “So Fun!” Day and the “So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism” exhibit, please visit https://www.visiongallery.org/event/so-fun-day/.