JSL Gallery is pleased to present, Endless Summer, a group show of seven contemporary artists working across various mediums, that explores the transient notions of summer as it is not confined to a specific season or geographical location, but a unique state of mind that transcends time and place. Endless Summer features work by Isabel Bornstein, Edo Costantini, Fitzhugh Karol, Frederic Pinet, Juan Lamarca, Francisca Oyhanarte, and Tati Soko.
The title of the exhibition is borrowed from Bruce Brown’s 1966 American surf documentary, Endless Summer, which follows the adventures of two California surfers, Mike Hynson and Robert August, as they chase summer and surf around the world. The theme of summer has captivated artists for centuries, often standing in as a symbolic representation of vitality, abundance, and growth, as well as the connection with and exploration of nature. We imbue a romantic nostalgia on the events in our lives that are fleeting – joy, beauty, pleasure – even sunshine. Summer becomes a metaphor to explore themes of impermanence, the passage of time, and the cyclical nature of life.
Such feelings are palpable in the works on display. The depiction of nature's abundance, expressions of freedom and leisure, and the evocation of memories and nostalgia converge to create a collective experience that celebrates the intangible. The Endless Summer embodies the epitome of a life well-lived; a life filled with adventure, exploration, and joy. Whether it is a physical journey to exotic destinations or an inward journey towards self-discovery, an endless summer reminds us to seek experiences outside of ourselves and challenge our boundaries.