The Bunker Artspace centers dynamic dialogue and contemporary criticality in art week-debut exhibitions.
Collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody 2024/25 Lobby Installation
An industrial chocolate fountain by Frank Benson flanks photographs of sculptures by celebrated artists recreated in candy and confectionaries by artists Paul Shore and Nicole Root. “Licked, Sucked, Stacked, Stuck” is one of 10 exhibitions and 300+ artworks viewable at reservation at The Bunker Artspace in West Palm Beach from Dec. 8, 2024, to May 1, 2025. Centered on the collection of renowned philanthropist Beth Rudin DeWoody, “The Bunker’s” seasonal rehanging is curated by Laura Dvorkin and Maynard Monrow across its top floor, while featured exhibition “A Wing and a Prayer” curated by Kyle DeWoody and Zoe Lukov debuts with edgy abandon below.
Installation of Frank Moore, “To Die For” (1997).
“Beth collects when drawn to its image, so her acquisitions are non-hierarchal supporting artists in various career stages,” shares curator Laura Dvorkin.
Collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody Installation of “Snakes” (2024/25)
Embracing creative thinking, the exhibitions are an eclectic showcase of meaningful expression. “Snakes” overturns stereotypical depictions of these reptiles, showing traditional artworks alongside artist’s spiritual interpretations. Late artist Frank Moore’s renowned painting of Kate Moss as Medusa, commissioned by Giovanni Versace before his 1977 murder, appears timeless. Completed posthumously, the artist painted in a telegram commemoration with Versace’s date of passing. In the lobby, Julia Scher’s interrogative surveillance camera translates real-time footage to a television commenting on the “big brother” phenomenon of perpetual monitoring. This theme is echoed by artist Erwin Wurm, whose police hat installation activates when standing beneath it. And more.
Collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody; Collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody Installation of “A Wing and a Prayer” (2024/25)
In tandem, Kyle DeWoody and Zoe Lukov expand on their companion exhibition, “Grace Under Fire,” on view at the Shepherd in Detroit through Jan. 11, 2025. “A Wing and a Prayer” explores hope against the odds, highlighting spirituality from various perspectives in the artworks of multigenerational and multidisciplinary artists and activating art as a means for determination. 444 Bunker Road, West Palm Beach, thebunkerartspace.com
Photography by: PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BUNKER ARTSPACE
