Paco Pomet's "Last Adventures in Hi Res" at Richard Heller Gallery, Santa Monica
Paco Pomet | The Audition | Oil on Canvas | 130 x 150 cm | 2024
Paco Pomet continues to weave captivating narratives in his latest solo exhibition, Last Adventures in Hi Res.
In this eagerly anticipated sixth solo exhibition with Richard Heller Gallery, Granada, Spain-based artist, Pomet unleashes his singular imagination, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in a world where the laws of physics and logic are delightfully upended. Each painting in Last Adventures in Hi Res is a new surprise, brimming with vibrant colours, intricate details, and a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek humour. Known for his use of irony and humour, Pomet's newest paintings transport viewers on a journey through bizarre scenes populated by unforeseen characters and unexpected twists. His work captivates with its blend of nostalgia, wit, and surreal charm.
Paco Pomet | Same Planet, Different Worlds | Oil on Canvas | 150 x 130 cm | 2024
In most of the works of this new series, the artist playfully incorporates elements from the world of comics, infusing his scenes with a touch of quirkiness. Through humour, he invites viewers to engage with unexpected scenarios, blurring the line between reality and imagination. Scenes unfold like visual riddles, prompting us to decipher hidden meanings and connections. The title, charged with irony, suggests a focus on the concept state-of-the-art, pointing out the blind confidence we offer to the achievements of technology and the deception we might face upon our excessive reliance on it. Hi Res is a term that could turn into an oldie soon after being considered a cutting-edge denotation. Through this idea, Pomet tries to regain attention to what is solid and timeless in his work, especially its painterly presence, devoid of any technological features.
At the heart of this exhibition lies a deep reverence for the comic traditions of Ibáñez and Uderzo, whose iconic characters and whimsical narratives have captivated audiences for generations. Like his predecessors, Pomet infuses his paintings with a sense of playful irreverence, breathing new life into familiar tropes and archetypes.
Paco Pomet | Mia! | Oil, acrylic & marker on Canvas | 60 x 73 cm | 2024
Richard Heller Gallery
2525 Michigan Ave. #B-5A
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Tuesday - Saturday
Website: www.richardhellergallery.com
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