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08-02-2025 Vol 2040

Exploring Ancestral Knowledge and Personal Narratives in ‘The Endless Forever’ Exhibition at Luis De Jesus Los Angeles

Luis De Jesus Los Angeles is excited to announce the group exhibition “The Endless Forever,” which will be on view from July 26 to August 30, 2025. This exhibition showcases works from a diverse group of talented artists, inviting visitors to engage with deep narratives rooted in ancestral knowledge and personal histories.

The opening reception, set to take place on Saturday, July 26 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., promises a lively summer celebration as attendees gather to explore the intersection of art, culture, and identity.

At the heart of “The Endless Forever” lies a collection of artworks that encourage a sense of perpetual exploration and discovery. Each piece tells a unique story, often steeped in context that is simultaneously mystical, familial, and intensely personal.

The featured artists include Nena Amsler, Sharon Ellis, Kim Garcia, Lia Halloran, iris yirei hu, Merritt Johnson, Hector Dionicio Mendoza, linn meyers, Luis Emilio Romero, Griselda Rosas, Nadia Waheed, and Marcus Zuñiga, each contributing their distinctive voice to this collective narrative.

Nena Amsler immerses viewers in her holographic artworks that draw from shamanic perceptions and the psychological insights of C.G. Jung. Her works reflect a profound connection to her ancestry, merging the teachings of her Peruvian heritage with the archetypes outlined by her Swiss great-grand-uncle, Carl Gustav Jung.

Meanwhile, Sharon Ellis’s dreamlike landscape paintings evoke the sensation of time passing as she explores the beauty and fragility of nature. Using vibrant color and flowing lines, Ellis creates an artistic practice that intertwines spirituality with aesthetic craftsmanship.

Kim Garcia adopts storytelling as a somatic process, where narratives transform into physical forms that echo the history embedded within her body. By engaging with the adaptability of materials, she confronts the complexities of inherited experiences.

In her studio practice, Lia Halloran combines art and science, creating pieces that explore astrophysics and the mysteries of the universe. Through her cyanotypes and paintings, she offers a female-centric portrayal of cosmic objects, inviting viewers to ponder the beauty of the night sky.

Iris yirei hu takes a unique approach to her installations that engage with themes of loss and transformation. Her labor-intensive works delve into grief and the cycles of life, highlighting the interconnectedness of personal and cultural experiences, and fostering an understanding of both self and others.

Merritt Johnson’s multidisciplinary creations embody care and endurance, addressing themes of oppression and the possibility of regeneration. For over twenty years, she has committed her practice to dismantling violent structures while imagining future connectedness grounded in environmental custodianship.

Hector Dionicio Mendoza’s multimedia explorations use a wide range of organic, synthetic, and recycled materials to reflect on themes of migration and memory. His work is informed by a deep respect for faith and ritual, as well as a testament to the complexities of identity in the context of place.

On her part, linn meyers presents an intricate tapestry of hand-drawn lines and dots, encouraging viewers to navigate the artistic dimensions of time and space. Her work challenges traditional forms of representation, connecting visual art to broader, diagrammatic narratives.

Luis Emilio Romero’s abstract paintings harness patterns and color to convey energy and meditation. Drawing on Indigenous Guatemalan weaving techniques, his art becomes a spiritual journey, resonating with historical context and enriching its aesthetic presence.

Griselda Rosas explores cultural hybridity by dissecting symbols from colonial history and examining their impact in modern Mexico. Her work reflects on motherhood and the amalgamation of diverse cultural elements, underscoring the significance of personal responsibility within shared narratives.

Nadia Waheed’s artworks transport us to contemplative spaces, drawing upon universal themes of existence that transcend time. Her creations resonate with ancient memories and the ongoing human experience that silhouette our understanding of both suffering and enlightenment.

The group exhibition “The Endless Forever” invites the audience to immerse themselves in a rich constellation of artistic expressions, blending the concrete with the abstract, and fostering opportunities for connections across various dimensions of human experience.

As visitors traverse the gallery, they are encouraged to reflect on the intricate tapestry of individual histories, how they interact with broader societal narratives, and the mystical threads that bind us to one another.

This exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of the stories we carry within ourselves and the universal quest for understanding and connection in an infinitely complex world.

Join us at the opening reception to celebrate these exceptional artists and their contributions to contemporary art and discourse.

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Benjamin Clarke