A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN

"A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN”

Our lives are like trees. A tree goes through several stages in its life cycle as it grows, similar to a human being. Every leaf from a tree is like a dream, and when the leaves fall, dreams disappear. However, when the tree grows new leaves, life creates wonderful new opportunities.

N. Carlos J.'s solo activation "A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN" illustrates memories of chasing dreams, while growing up in Brooklyn, New York, in the late 80’s and early 90’s

A nostalgic time in NEW YORK CITY was exciting and romantic. Rent was relatively cheap, the blistering hot summers felt endless, and the streets were bustling with life, attitude, and creativity. Cell phones didn't exist, and people met up for the simple fact of doing nothing. What a time to be ALIVE!

Carlos introduces many mediums, one of which is heavy-body acrylic paint. His application of saturated hues tells the story of each piece, as he believes colors convey a strong feeling of emotion. The colors in the paintings in this exhibition were selected by his desire to emit a euphoric vibe created from his memories of a golden era.

Each subject matter's expressive figures were carefully chosen to share in the symbolicalness of growth and the everyday people who lived in this Golden Era, which produced many great culturally defining moments.

Host or Publisher Tanya Weddemire Gallery