Art

Zio Ziegler’s Reverse Paintings at Almine Rech Brussels

Zio Ziegler's Reverse Paintings exhibition at Almine Rech Brussels, running from September 12 to November 2, 2024, showcases the artist's evolution through a process of indulgence, erasure, and reduction. Known for his vibrant murals and maximalist style, Ziegler’s new body of work strips back layers of oil paint to reveal the raw, essential forms beneath, inspired by the artistic trajectory of Piet Mondrian. This deeply emotional series reflects on time, sacrifice, and spontaneity, offering viewers a meditation on the nature of artistic creation and the complexities of life.

This fall, Brussels welcomes the renowned artist Zio Ziegler to Almine Rech for his second solo exhibition, Reverse Paintings. Running from September 12 to November 2, 2024, the exhibition is poised to be a thought-provoking journey into the relationship between art, time, and the beauty of reduction. Visitors to Almine Rech will experience a new chapter in Ziegler’s ever-evolving body of work, one that showcases his progression from maximalist murals to refined, contemplative pieces that challenge the traditional boundaries of painting.

What to Expect: Layers of Complexity and Reduction

Upon entering the exhibition, viewers will be greeted by a collection of works that echo Ziegler’s unique approach to artistic creation. His Reverse Paintings are the product of an intense process of layering oil paint, marks, and motifs, only to later strip them back, revealing a raw, essential form that reflects both time and labor. It is a process that mirrors life itself, where the complexity of our choices, experiences, and moments is often visible only when we look in reverse.