“‘Home In The Present’ points to a reality that you can experience in the belonging of your continual moment. You don't have to wait to become something, you can have a degree of peace, of genuine engagement, of authentic connection with self and others. That’s not to write off experiences that are excruciatingly painful or uncomfortable. I think this concept is important individually and culturally because the way we embody presence impacts the reception of creativity in spaces and the capacity to deal with messiness.”
“Home In The Present” showcases new paintings and mixed media works by Rochester, New York-born and San Francisco-based artist Nathan Foxton. Created between 2023 and 2024, this exhibit highlights Nathan’s innovative approach to space, bridging surrealism, collage, and nomadism through his distinctive plein air painting practice. Foxton’s work is a testament to the power of surrealism to bypass creative blocks and embrace the uncertainty of our finite nature, allowing for spontaneous, novel arrangements that reflect his experiences walking through the city, interacting with people, and observing idiosyncratic details.
The title "Home In The Present" points to the reality of finding belonging in the continual moment. Foxton believes that you don't have to wait to become something; instead, you can achieve a degree of peace, genuine engagement, and authentic connection with yourself and others. His art captures the poetry between the grit of California and symbolic, archetypal figures, reflecting his sense of satisfaction in blending these elements. As a self-described nomad inspired by a DIY ethos, Foxton feels a duty to build a culture that embraces the complexities and difficulties of localized existence, impacting the reception of creativity in spaces and the capacity to deal with life's messiness.
