Established in 2016, Oliva Gallery is dedicated to showcasing exceptional works from established Midwest artists. Our collection includes paintings, sculptures, mixed-media installations, and other inspiring pieces that provide visitors with a diverse and engaging experience.
(is it) Enough? Paul Wear and Andrea Jablonski
Opening: Friday, November 22, 5 – 9 pm
Through January 4, 2025
(is it) Enough? brings together artists Paul Wear and Andrea Jablonski in a compelling exhibition at Oliva Gallery. Their works explore the convergence of form, culture, and innovative materials to question how we interpret beauty, tradition, and environment in contemporary art.
Paul Wear: A Midwest native, Wear’s abstract paintings pulse with Chicago's architectural energy. Known for his vibrant use of color against dark, textured surfaces, his work emerges through a unique technique of layering and intricate mark-making, channeling the city’s dynamism into each canvas.
Andrea Jablonski: Drawing from her Polish heritage and materials from her commercial work, Jablonski’s sculptures blend tradition and industrial remnants. Her RYA knot-tying technique brings heritage into modern art, using braiding and soft structures to create thought-provoking works that engage with identity, sustainability, and innovation.