The Addison Center for the Arts is excited to announce "There and Back (and Back Again)," a solo exhibition featuring the mixed media works of Joseph Hladik. Running from January 10 to February 17, 2024, the exhibition includes a public artist reception on January 13, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm.
Joseph Hladik is known for blending various mediums and styles into evocative art. Trained at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he has showcased his work in numerous solo and group exhibitions, ... view more »
The Addison Center for the Arts is excited to announce “There and Back (and Back Again),” a solo exhibition featuring the mixed media works of Joseph Hladik. Running from January 10 to February 17, 2024, the exhibition includes a public artist reception on January 13, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm.
Joseph Hladik is known for blending various mediums and styles into evocative art. Trained at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he has showcased his work in numerous solo and group exhibitions, merging traditional techniques with modern concepts.
“We are thrilled to host Joseph Hladik’s solo exhibition at the Addison Center for the Arts,” says Communications Director Julie Mars. “His work exudes a young, tactile, and lighthearted charisma, drawing viewers into a nostalgic reverie.”
Hladik’s solo show, “There and Back (and Back Again),” invites art enthusiasts on an evocative trip down Memory Lane, weaving mementos and emotionally charged ephemera into his sculptures.
“As an artist and storyteller, I explore connections between identity, memories, and shared experiences. Nostalgia anchors my work, encouraging nuanced perceptions of the past. I aim to create art that is both familiar and unexpected, challenging our understanding of self,” says Hladik.
The exhibition features a captivating collection exploring the intricate relationship between time, memory, and physical objects. Using familiar materials and playful compositions, Hladik invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences and consider nostalgia’s role in shaping identity.
Joseph Hladik, an artist and educator based in the Chicagoland area, graduated from the University of Missouri and holds a Master of Art in Art Education from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Join us for the public artist reception on January 13, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm, to meet Hladik and gain insights into the inspiration behind his nostalgic creations.
The Addison Center for the Arts, located at 213 N. Lombard Rd., Door #4, in Addison, IL (annexed to Addison Trail High School), offers free admission to the exhibition and the artist reception. Don’t miss the chance to revel in echos of the past with “There and Back (and Back Again)” by Joseph Hladik.
For more information, please contact:
Kateryna Diosdado
Arts Administrator
Addison Center for the Arts
Phone: 630-458-4500
Email: kate@addisoncenterforthearts.org
Website: www.addisoncenterforthearts.org
### About Addison Center for the Arts
The Addison Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit hub for artistic expression and cultural engagement, dedicated to fostering creativity and enriching the community through diverse exhibitions, educational programs, and events. Located in the heart of Addison, the center serves as a platform for both emerging and established artists, promoting a vibrant and inclusive arts community.
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