Sibling rivalry takes a back seat as brother and sister, Kat and Sanford Gore, work together to present a pop-up art show at the Medicine Factory in Downtown’s South Main Arts District.
Though the Gores share a familial familiarity, they have two distinctive styles.
Kat is a well-known painter. A graduate of Memphis College of Art, her work has been a favorite of interior designers, has shown in commercial galleries, and graced a Memphis in May poster. Kat’s style is markedly her own, whether a particular piece is whimsical or pensive. She uses muted color and imagery that may be bold or subtle, coupled with the occasional bit of mixed media. Her fans are always left to wonder what is coming with the next body of work.
Sanford is a bit more enigmatic, lower profile, exploring and creating quietly. Using a near-ancient wet glass technique and a modern camera, his photographic images are haunting or exuberant or both.
Show curator and producer Ken Hall, of Civic Engagement Consulting, says he is thrilled to be working with Kat again after coming out of isolation and months of quarantine.
“We worked on a show together about three years ago, which was a great success,” Hall says. “Her new body of work is really dynamic and exciting. Additionally, the pairing of siblings’ artworks in this show offers a dimension of depth, illustrating individual talents, which are synergistic in the gallery space. After limited social interaction, we will find that many artists have taken advantage of this time to create with more introspection and inspiration than ever.”
Artist reception for “Gore + Gore,” Medicine Factory, 85 W. Virginia, Saturday, Apr. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, free.
