Bold and Beautiful works by Tariq Mix

City Art in Columbia, SC is pleased to celebrate Black History Month with the work of Tariq Mix and his new show entitled “BOLD & BEAUTIFUL” featured in the main gallery February 15, 2018 – March 31, 2018. An opening reception with the artist will be held Thursday, February 15, 2018, from 6:00pm – 9:00pm.

City Art recognizes the variety of the artist imagery as similar to past work but reaching into the future with diversity. “I always create to inspire the world, in the most powerful and positive manner. I aim to give you life, perseverance, power, and strength to move through life’s obstacles, with a strong sense of beauty and boldness. Be bold and be beautiful.” -Tariq
Tariq received his undergraduate degree from Howard University in Washington D.C. The strong African American studies program at Howard had a large impact on his painting. He found himself immersed in the culture and history of Movements like the Harlem Renaissance and jazz figures such as Miles Davis and John Coltrane. They motivated Tariq to create imagery evoking the smooth, laid-back rhythm of jazz.
Most of Tariq’s work prior to arriving in South Carolina was set in a jazz club scene, with the majority of the work focused on musicians. Recently, however, he adjusted the angle of the work to focus more on club-goers: diners, dancers, romancers. This does not mean that Tariq forgoes the music aspect of his work. The essence of jazz is still there, in the contouring lines of the figures and the movement evoked by them. “My work dances with emotion across the canvas,” he said, “I create with bold colors, strong design, and composition and lively characters.”
City Art Gallery is located at 1224 Lincoln St. in the historic Congaree Vista area in Columbia, South Carolina. Gallery hours are Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information, contact Wendyth Wells, City Art Gallery, at 803-252-3613. Visit online at www.cityartonline.com