Press Release:
The collaboration of sisters Ruth Avra and Dana Lynn Kleinman, a.k.a. KX2, bring us the latest evolution of their work in "VECTOR|vector". Not only has their work been brought to the next level in construction and meaning, but apparently so has the mathematics involved as they now involve advanced algebra in addition to geometry. This leap in complexity is also exemplary of the maturation of the work.

Three dimensional metal construction juts off the wall at the viewer in unexpected ways as hyper pigmented painting demands attention. As soon as the initial strong impact subsides, the viewer is left to become mesmerized in the meticulous attention to detail in both the hand sanding of the metal and the textural paintings on canvas. Thus the work is striking from a distance, yet enveloping from up close.

The viewer is well aware that there are complex mathematical constructs involved in each piece, but the work also seems to talk about a myriad of other issues. The size and presence of the large pieces certainly makes one aware of their own body and personal references begin to emerge. One cannot help but think of the artists' relationship as sisters as dualities are exposed and worked through in each piece.

Perhaps the most unique and exciting addition to this latest work is the introduction of what KX2 refers to as "minis". The binary of microcosm/macrocosm is equalized as somehow these small scale sterling silver pieces hold as strong of a presence as the larger works. The fact that each large scale piece has an "identical" miniature of itself is yet another thing to wrap your brain around as you enjoy the work on yet another level.

VECTOR|vector will be opening December 10, with a private preview of the vector (mini) series from 6-9pm. Public Opening reception will be held December 11, 6-9pm with the debut of the VECTOR (large scale) series, on display for the duration of the exhibition, through January 30.

KX2 has just been asked to represent the United States once again at the 2010 Beijing Biennale after a warm reception at the 2008 Biennale held at the National Museum of Art in Beijing, China. In the past year KX2 has also exhibited in Kolkata, India at "Gen Next IV, Trends in Contemporary Art" and held a solo museum exhibition at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. For more information please visit www.KX2art.com.

KX2 will donate a percentage of proceeds from this show to the American Diabetes Association in memory of their father Joel Kleinman.

RSVP necessary to be added to guest list for Thursday preview dana@kx2art.com