Marrie Saplad’s solo exhibition “Vessels and Spirit” was an exceptional year-ender show that celebrated the depth and beauty of the seemingly mundane.
Leon Gallery International, in collaboration with DF Art Agency, offered a contemplative and exquisite conclusion to 2024 with Marrie Saplad’s solo exhibition, Vessels and Spirit. A meditation on the beauty of the everyday, the show underscores the quiet power of stillness and simplicity, marking a moment of reflection and resonance in the ever-evolving narrative of contemporary art. Held as the gallery’s year-ender show, this much-anticipated event exceeded expectations, drawing collectors and enthusiasts to yet another sold out success for the rising Filipino artist.
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International Success
Demand for Saplad’s works has soared following celebrated group exhibits in Paris, Venice, and London. “Vessels and Spirit” marks Saplad’s second solo show at Leon Gallery International, a clear testament to her rising prominence in the art world. Collectors eagerly acquired her works, with notable buyers including a renowned business tycoon known for amassing contemporary art, a legislator, a fashion designer, the president of a major utility company, the owner of an upscale restaurant chain, a prominent banking and automotive industry entrepreneur, and a finance executive based in Singapore. These acquisitions underscore the universal appeal and deep resonance of Saplad’s art, making her an artist with a diverse following.
Vessels and Spirit: A Celebration of the Sublime
At the heart of Saplad’s solo exhibition lies an exploration of the seemingly mundane yet profoundly poetic elements of daily life. As highlighted in the exhibition notes, Vessels and Spirit is a quiet symphony of stillness and simplicity, where everyday objects—cups, glasses, and the interplay of light and shadow—transform into conduits of tranquility and reflection. The works celebrate the often-overlooked beauty in the ordinary, inviting viewers to pause and savor the subtleties of existence.
Through her signature techniques, Saplad captures the fleeting interplay of natural light and shadow, grounding her compositions in serenity and mindfulness. The highlight of the collection, “A Morning Conversation,” epitomizes this ethos, depicting the tender ritual of sharing a drink as an act of connection and calm. Her works evoke an intrinsic harmony between the tangible and the ephemeral, resonating deeply with audiences in a fast-paced world.
Saplad’s Vessels and Spirit reflects her artistic growth and a deeper understanding of still life as a medium of storytelling. She embraces simplicity with precision, uncovering layers of meaning in objects often taken for granted.
The exhibition’s thematic core—a balance between physical sustenance and spiritual nourishment—strikes a chord with audiences. Saplad’s works remind us to find solace and clarity in small moments, a sentiment that resonates universally.
DF Art Agency and Leon Gallery International have curated an unforgettable close to the year with Marrie Saplad’s Vessels and Spirit. With her ability to capture the ephemeral beauty of everyday life, Marrie Saplad’s artistry promises to inspire and captivate audiences far beyond this remarkable year-ender show.
Photos courtesy of DF Art Agency.
