Southampton's Liz Sloan Prepares for International Debut in Tokyo - 27 East

Arts & Living

Arts & Living / 2245086

Southampton's Liz Sloan Prepares for International Debut in Tokyo

icon 3 Photos
Liz Sloan,

Liz Sloan, "Wonder," 2024. Paper, ink, paint, 23 1/2" x 20 7/8" x 1 3/4." COURTESY THE ARTIST

Liz Sloan,

Liz Sloan, "Classic Signature," 2024. Paper, ink, paint, 17 3/8" x 24 5/8" x 1 3/4." COURTESY THE ARTIST

Liz Sloan,

Liz Sloan, "Write Me a Note," 2020. Painted aluminum, 71" x 39" x 15." COURTESY THE ARTIST

Carole Reed on Apr 15, 2024

Liz Sloan, an artist whose work is deeply rooted in the Southampton art scene, is gearing up for her first international exhibition, “Signature Ginza 2024,” at the Ippodo Gallery in Tokyo, Japan. This significant event in Sloan’s career offers an opportunity to reflect on her journey and contributions to local and global art communities.

Sloan’s artistic journey, marked by an exploration of identity and personal expression, has seen her evolve from a local talent to an artist of international interest. Her involvement in the Southampton art community is well-documented through her participation in a series of notable exhibitions across the region and beyond. Sloan’s first solo show at the Mark Humphrey Gallery in Southampton laid the groundwork for her exploration of themes central to her work today. Since then, Sloan has expanded her reach, holding solo exhibitions such as the 2020 show at George Billis Gallery in New York City; a 2016 exhibition at Scope, Miami Beach and a 2016 display at Quogue Gallery. These exhibitions not only showcase Sloan’s evolving narrative and artistic style but also affirm her as an integral part of the Southampton art community, contributing to its diversity and richness.

Furthermore, Sloan’s participation in group exhibitions, including the 2018 Market Art & Design in Bridgehampton, and The East End Group Collective 4 in 2018 curated by Paton Miller at the Southampton Arts Center, underscores her versatility and the recognition of her talent. These exhibitions highlight Sloan’s ability to engage with broader themes and conversations within the art world while maintaining a connection to her local roots.

“Signature Ginza 2024” promises to be a culmination of Sloan’s artistic explorations, focusing on the tension between individuality and universality through a minimalist palette and thoughtful composition. The exhibition represents Sloan’s most ambitious work to date. The series explores the interplay between the universal and the individual, employing a minimalist palette that speaks volumes. Blue, black, and white dominate, with intentional strokes of ink-blue and crimson punctuating Sloan’s narrative. This collection not only showcases her technical prowess but also her deep respect for the Japanese aesthetic — valuing simplicity, harmony and the conveyance of profound meanings in subdued forms.

As Liz Sloan steps onto the international stage, her work invites viewers to ponder the impact of technology on personal identity, emphasizing the enduring significance of the personal signature in the digital age. The exhibition, running from April 12 to April 21 at the Ippodo Gallery, is a pivotal moment for Sloan and a point of pride for the Southampton community, reflecting the universal appeal of local talent.

For more information about “Signature Ginza 2024,” visit ippodogallerytokyo.com or lizsloanart.com.

You May Also Like:

Preservation as a Creative Act

“If we are to preserve culture, we must continue to create it.” — Johan Huizinga From rehabilitation to restoration to public acquisition, the act of preservation requires inspiration and vision. It communicates the values of a culture it looks to preserve, as well as creating standards of culture in the process. It is itself a creative act. On Sunday, February 23, at 2 p.m., The Church in Sag Harbor will explore architecture and design from this perspective with Jess Frost, executive director and co-founder of the Arts Center at Duck Creek in Springs, Matilde Guidelli, curator and curatorial department head ... 12 Feb 2025 by Staff Writer

Guild Hall Announces Its 2025 Museum Schedule

Guild Hall’s 2025 exhibition schedule opens on Sunday, May 4, with a dynamic group exhibition, ... 11 Feb 2025 by Staff Writer

From Nat King Cole to Michael Bublé: Valentine’s Weekend Brings Classic Love to The Suffolk

Love is in the air at The Suffolk leading up to Valentine’s Day, with tribute ... by Leah Chiappino

'Black History On Screen': Revisiting the Impact of the Negro Baseball League

Black History Month is not just a time to honor those who fought for the ... 10 Feb 2025 by Jon Winkler

A Spanish-Language Adaptation of 17th Century Play ‘Fuenteovejuna’ Comes to the East End

OLA of Eastern Long Island (Organización Latino Americana) and Guild Hall in East Hampton are ... by Staff Writer

Bay Street Theater Announces the 2025 Summer Mainstage Season

Bay Street Theater has announced the entirety of its 2025 Summer Mainstage Season. Bringing stories ... by Staff Writer

Hamptons JazzFest Winter Jazz Series 2025: Journey Into the Art of Listening With Mary Edwards

In officially opening the Hamptons JazzFest’s winter season, composer and environmental sound artist Mary Edwards ... by Dan Ouellette

Jackie 'The Joke Man' Martling Returns to The Suffolk

Former head writer for the Howard Stern Show, Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling returns to The Suffolk on Saturday, March 1, at 8 p.m. Opening set will be performed by Long Island comedian Joe Crovella. For 18 years Martling was head writer and a cast member on radio and television’s “Howard Stern Show.” His autobiography, “The Joke Man: Bow to Stern” was released October 2017 and his podcast “Stand-Up Memories” with fellow comic Peter Bales is in its third season. In 1982, after founding Governor’s Comedy Shop in Levittown on Long Island and touring as a national headliner, on a ... 9 Feb 2025 by Staff Writer

Intermediate Weaving With Artist Toni Ross

On Tuesday, February 25, from 2 to 6 p.m., artist Toni Ross leads an Intermediate ... by Staff Writer

A Musical Trifecta at LTV Studios

LTV Studios and the East End Underground Live Concert Series will present “Winter in the Hamptons: A Musical Trifecta” on Saturday, February 22, at 7 p.m. The evening will feature local music, singing, dancing and refreshments with a line-up of East End bands including Astro-Nauto, Two 90s Kids and Whale/Heart. On stage performing as a one man band (more specifically in a band with one human and several robots) with a guitar, analog synth and a ton of pedals setup or in the studio recording most of the instruments himself, John T. Velsor created the group Astro-Nauto as an inventive ... 8 Feb 2025 by Staff Writer