Michelle Gearin presents Lux Aeterna, her first solo exhibition at Michael Reid Sydney. The centrepoint of the exhibition is AntiPrism, an installation comprising 42 circular panels. Each individual painting within AntiPrism symbolises a stream of light, collectively forming a polyhedron. The multifaceted ‘lenses’ of AntiPrism extends on themes originating in the 49-panel work Prism, exhibited at Maitland Regional Gallery, AntiPrism is at once an evolution of Prism and its antithesis. Using oils and watercolors, Michelle creates hybrid mythological creatures that exude intricate threads of energy. Through the technique of pointillism these entities radiate vivid displays of colour from their eyes or genitals while appearing shrouded in a protective aura. For Gearin the synergies within her compositions speak to a universal desire for connection, binding humanity to the natural and metaphysical worlds. Frequently drawing from dreams, Gearin offers us a glimpse into these realms. Evoking transformative narratives in an attempt to rewrite her family histories. This authenticity and depth resonates on a profound level, creating an alchemy that connects her audience beyond the visual level. Experiencing Lux Aeterna we are reminded that the multifarious ways we perceive and interact with the world is far from confined to a single archetypal lens. For assistance with an acquisition from this exhibition, please contact [email protected]