Tomorrow is not yesterday

For over five decades, Howard Smith has explored the relationship between color and perception, pushing the boundaries of painterly gesture. The exhibition presented at Jane Lombard Gallery offers a novel perspective on his work, from early experiments to more recent pieces. Smith, influenced by Malevich and geometric abstraction, dedicated himself to the study of painted surfaces, the ‘ground’, and the transformative impact of color on light. The exhibition presents a diverse collection of works, ranging from paintings to installations, revealing a consistent interest in ephemeral forms, curved lines, and spatial configurations. The work proposes a profound reflection on time and illusion, questioning how our vision of the world is shaped by visual perception. A unique opportunity to appreciate the legacy of a major figure in abstraction.