33rd Street Angels: Brigham Larington's New Exhibit Opens at the ArtBank

McCOOK Neb. - Prepare to encounter a unique artistic vision later this week at McCook's ArtBank with the opening of Brigham Larington's "33rd Street Angels" exhibit. This show promises a compelling exploration of nature, perception, and the surprising beauty woven into the fabric of the everyday.

Larington's inspiration draws from unexpected sources, including a burl—a distinctive growth on trees he describes as “like a scab, but a little bit like cancer too...they form when a tree has an injury or an infection, they're all knots, you know, the tree tries to grow a bunch of branches over that.” These singular pieces of wood, sourced by Larington's grandfather, highlight the inherent artistry within nature's imperfections.

In his approach to presentation, Larington reveals a shift in perspective. “This time, I’m doing it differently,” he explains, citing recent artistic encounters as a catalyst for change. This exhibit will feature prints on blueprints, adding an intriguing and unconventional dimension to his work.

The title, "33rd Street Angels," is rooted in Larington's keen observation of his environment. It references 33rd Street in Lincoln, near a cemetery, where he finds an unexpected beauty in how power lines shape the trees: “All the trees under the power line are cut out in the middle. So they look like, well, like angels, especially in the fall and the winter time when there’s no leaves on them.” This convergence of the natural, the spiritual, and a hint of the “creepy” forms a central thread throughout the exhibition. Larington hopes viewers experience "sort of a spiritual moment" in their encounters with the world.

Larington incorporates projectors, a tool integral to his painting process, to add another layer to the experience. This blending of mediums and perspectives further enriches the show's dynamic.

Ultimately, Larington's work encourages a fresh way of seeing, inviting us to discover art in the overlooked corners of our world. In his words, “The important thing about art is that you see something and show it to other people; it's not about how well done it is or how much time it took. It's just the fact that you see something and you want to show it to other people.”

From the intricate textures of burl to the ethereal forms of pruned trees, "33rd Street Angels" promises a thought-provoking and visually striking encounter

Don't miss the opening of Brigham Larington's "33rd Street Angels" exhibit at the ArtBank on Saturday April 26.