Avery Gibbes
Artist member since 2019
ProToronto, Ontario
It’s inevitable at different points in our lives that we'll be faced with entering worlds that are outside of what we already know. Upon entering one of these new worlds, we can sometimes feel disoriented, disconnected, or isolated for a period of time.
"Paintings of Another Universe" is a series of paintings that explore the “what ifs” of an imaginary situation where a small number of humans suddenly exist within a fictional alien world. This series is about the feeling of being an outsider after entering an unfamiliar world, and about gradually finding one’s place within it. This narrative sits at the core of the series, and each painting serves to further explore this narrative and to further build the world within which it is taking place.
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How long have you been creating art?
I've been making art for as long as I can remember. As far back as kindergarten and first grade I always felt the need to draw whatever it was that I was into at the time. Art was very important for me in those early years given how shy I was. My ability to make art was a real source of confidence and gave me an identity to feel proud of.
Why is it important for people to have art in their home or life?
Art offers the opportunity for emotional connection. When people fall in love with an artwork of any form, it is because something about it speaks to an experience that they've had, aligns with their view of the world, or represents their perspective on life. Art has the ability to make people feel as though their experience is understood and that they are not alone.
What do you listen to when you work?
I like a lot of older rock and metal. I play the guitar so I'm biased in favour of guitar music.
When I'm not making art, I'm (a) ...
outside running, playing my guitar, or following football.
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