Marsha Yi Robinson

Sanctuary

august 7 - september 30, 2020

PRESS RELEASE

Skye Gallery Aspen is pleased to announce MarSha Yi Robinson’s (Strange Dirt) first solo exhibition, Sanctuary, which will open Friday August 7, 2020 from 6:00 to 9:00pm and will be on view until September 30, 2020. 

MarSha, a Denver based self-taught artist, first exhibited with Skye Gallery in June 2019 with a group exhibition called Metamorphosis. Both Aspen locals and visitors fell in love with her detailed drawings of bugs, flora and fauna. A little over a year later, MarSha, is back with an entirely brand new body of work. Here is her show statement for Sanctuary:

What does a Sanctuary offer to those seeking one? Safety and protection? Peace and stillness? A doorway to the spiritual self? 

I want to imagine a world where there is an abundance of sanctuaries encapsulated in flora and natural life in which each element is oriented with the greatest intention. A refuge that cultivates healing and is a safe space to mend emotional wounds and deeply rooted trauma. A heart opening oasis that offers beauty and wonder. I envision botanical havens where time is insignificant and the practice of meditation is encouraged. 

With this body of work, I hope to draw the viewers to the present moment. Direct the focus to the visual landscape & botanical temples that lay before them. I want this living world that I’ve created through imagery to inspire a sense of awe. Those who are walking into this exhibit are walking into my sanctuary. I welcome you to come have an experience and leave the world outside upon entering.