'fragments of the dreams' photo exhibition explores the realms of the subconscious in NY

Fragments of The Dreams gathers the work of SuperRare artists

Fragments of The Dreams: A Surrealist Vision is a photo exhibition hosted by the community-oriented NFT gallery 0x.17 Gallery, located at The Seaport in NYC. The exhibition, running from June 22 to July 9, 2023, is curated by An Rong, Senior Curator at SuperRare Labs, and presents a collection of surrealist photography through the lens of SuperRare artists, including Ben Zank, Brooke DiDonato, Cowboy Killer, Iness Rychlik, Israel Riqueros, Samantha Cavet, and Summer Wagner. Each artist delves into the depths of the subconscious, reinterpreting ordinary and mundane actions with an otherworldly perspective. Through the artworks, visitors are transported into a dreamlike realm where reality and imagination intertwine seamlessly.

‘Fragments of The Dreams: A Surrealist Vision is a celebration of human creativity and a testament to the power of the imagination,‘ explains An Rong. ‘It invites you to embark on a journey where surreal photography defies the confines of reality, allowing us to perceive the world in extraordinary ways. As you explore, you’ll find yourself questioning the nature of reality, encountering distorted perspectives, floating figures, and unexpected juxtapositions.’

Cowboy Killer, Lavender, 2023, courtesy of the artist and SuperRare

illogical visuals question the viewer’s perception of reality

Fragments of The Dreams: A Surrealist Vision, organized by SuperRare, a curated NFT marketplace for digital artworks, gathers a collection of works that push the boundaries of traditional photography and dive into the realm of surrealism. The SupeRare artists employ various techniques, whether it’s capturing spontaneous moments, distorting reality, or creating narrative-driven visuals, which sometimes result in illogical compositions.

Each artist seeks to evoke emotions, presenting scenes that are strange, dreamy, or uncanny and often transcending the limitations of language, inviting viewers to explore the depths of their own imagination. Their photographs serve as windows into alternate realities, where the lines between the conscious and the subconscious blur, and ordinary objects and actions take on new and extraordinary meanings. This way, the familiar becomes otherworldly, encouraging us to question our perceptions and embrace the beauty of the unknown.

Ben Zank, i’m tired, 2022, courtesy of the artist and SuperRare