The title “Florescence” (not to be confused with fluorescent) is a botanical term meaning “a state or period of flourishing”. Beatnik felt this title was apt for the coming Spring as well as the first show at the gallery in the new year. “Florescence” comes from the Latin word for blooming, and Beatnik is excited to present this show as the first of 2019 and a period of growth and renewal at Beatnik.

The artists chosen exemplify different aspects of the “florescence,” each creating forms that seem to flower and expand. Zahra Ammar, in paper, Jeff Mayry in oil, and Irubiel Moreno in layers of pattern and symbolism.

Spring is a time of growth and flourishing and “Florescence” embodies that.