Reimagine Your World, Through the Eyes of King.
Yuko Taylor
We’re pleased to announce that King is now exhibiting his work at 5 Points Gallery. He is one of just 10 contemporary artists whose work is featured at this premier fine arts gallery in downtown Durham, North Carolina. He will be on hand at the gallery to celebrate the opening of his exhibition this Saturday, 8/29, from 5-8pm. (Masks required.)
Through his art, King expresses his endless love of life. He sees what is true to him, and speaks his feeling through his paintings – sharing images of a beautiful world painstakingly created out of individual numbers. Viewers of his art are invited into this world, welcomed by the vibrant colors and bold shapes. Close observation is rewarded with glimpses of the intricate patterns that are the basic building blocks of his painting and sculpture. By engaging with King’s work, we’re encouraged to look at our surroundings with new eyes, and bring his unique and refreshing perspective into our own lives.
As a person with autism, King is extremely sensitive to and in tune with the world around him. He speaks the language of shapes and colors and numbers, and expresses that in the titles of his work: “The Friends Are Doing Great Because They Are Together With The Goat, 7177;” “The Hat Is Feeling Silver Because It Is In A Good House, 9997.” The numbers dance on his canvas, and they’re his friends. When he paints, he smiles.
As a professional artist, King has been spending much of the pandemic in his home studio, the place where he feels most free. He is taking on commissions of all sizes, and is currently exploring very largest canvas painting. While many of his regular activities and normal routines have been upended, he is loving the challenges he’s facing and staying connected through video chats and social media. You can follow King, and see his latest work, on Facebook and Instagram.
He is especially pleased to be able to support himself through his art. His work can be viewed in the gallery Fridays and Saturdays from 5-8pm, or by appointment. Visit 5 Points Gallery and www.kinggodwin.com to find out how to see and purchase his work.
5 Points Gallery
Hours: Open Fridays and Saturdays 5-8pm and by appointment
Location: 109 E. Chapel Hill St., Durham, NC 27701
Phone: 984-439-8085