Artspace111 - The Space Between | Matt Clark and William Greiner Exhibition on Display: January 19, 2023 – March 18, 2023 | Opening Reception Thursday, January 19 6-8 pm
Artspace111 is honored to present The Space Between from January 19 through March 18, 2023.
The Space Between is a collaboration between Fort Worth native abstract painter Matt Clark
and nationally collected photographer William Greiner. With work focused on the abstract
and organic, Matt Clark brings thoughtful design to the expertly captured landscape
photography of William Greiner.
The series was theorized after a post-pandemic road trip, where the pair gained inspiration
from the rugged elevations of New Mexico and the burnished highways of Texas. Clark and
Greiner explore the space between abstract painting and representational photography by
combining their respective mediums. The original photographs of the American West created
by Greiner meet with acrylic painted patterns by Clark to create intricate routes through
the composition. Exploring new means of collaboration, the duo delves into the space
between past and present, need and want, the physical and spiritual, abstraction and
representation. The resulting work is a landscape of abstracted pathways embracing nature.
The mechanical medium of the camera combined with the abstract gestures of drawing results
in dynamic and energetic compositions.
Alongside The Space Between, Matt Clark and William Greiner will each present a series of
individually created work. Look West, by William Greiner is an ode to the history of
photography of the American West. Since the invention of the camera, photographers have
recorded the changes, development, and evolution of a vast geographical region. In a
period of climate change, population rise, over development and massive human consumption.
Look West, is an acknowledgment and record of these changes. Sacred Spaces, by Matt Clark,
is a series of large-scale abstract paintings on canvas. The work is an exploration of our
presence within space; physical, psychological, and spiritual. As individualized as the
places we go to reflect and lift our spirits, these painted Sacred Spaces offer insights
into ourselves and our surroundings
ABOUT ARTSPACE111
Located in downtown Fort Worth, Artspace111 specializes in the exhibition of
Contemporary Texas Art. In 1980, twin brothers Daniel and Dennis Blagg established
Artspace111, converting a historic 1911 building into artist studios and a small
gallery space in order to support and celebrate the work of local artists. In the
years since, the studio has evolved into a celebrated and distinguished 3,000
square foot art gallery. In addition to the year-round schedule of solo and
group exhibitions, the Artspace111 team designs corporate and private art
collections for clients throughout the country and hosts special events in
its distinctive gallery and sculpture gardens. Artspace111 is dedicated to
making contemporary art approachable to individuals of all ages.
Artspace111 is located east of Downtown Fort Worth at Hampton Street and
Weatherford. Artspace111 is currently open Wednesday - Friday from 11am to 5pm,
Saturday 11-2pm or by appointment. Artspace111 requires face masks in the facility
and requests that all guests maintain social distancing guidelines. To schedule
a private viewing, contact Margery Gossett or Ariel Davis by calling (817) 692-3228
or emailing
art@artspace111.com.
Artspace111
111 Hampton Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
(817) 692-3228
