TURBULENCE: Birds, Beauty, Language & Loss | Block Gallery Exhibition

TURBULENCE: Birds, Beauty, Language & Loss, is a solo exhibition at the Block Gallery by environmental artist Deborah Kruger.

TURBULENCE: Birds, Beauty, Language & Loss focuses on Kruger’s current body of work, which is motivated by the extinction of bird species, and the loss of indigenous languages around the world. Human-induced climate change and habitat fragmentation contribute to these problems. 

Saturated colors characterize Kruger’s work which often mimics bird plumage. She hopes to raise awareness and inspire action about these impending losses that affect all of us. 

“Artist Deborah Kruger addresses concerns about the environment through her thoughtful and meticulous studio practice. Block Gallery is proud to present an exhibition of her unique work.” Stacy Bloom-Rexode, Curator of Exhibitions and Collections.

The title piece, Turbulence, evokes the feathers of endangered birds, the swirling energy of murmuration, and the astounding aerial patterns created by flocks of starlings.