

Aug 23 - Sep 29, 2024 | Genk (BE)
The exhibition ‘Encounter’, by the international acknowledged artist Lionel Smit, explores the intersection of human emotion and phenomena that transcend immediate comprehension. Through the juxtaposition of softly sprayed backgrounds with the classical medium of oil paint, a unique narrative emerges where the familiar meets the extraordinary.
Each piece serves as a gateway, drawing viewers into a realm where portraits blend into celestial voids, and reality meets the spectral. By integrating street art elements into classical portraiture, these artworks challenge traditional perspectives. A sense of the otherworldly permeates each piece, encouraging a conversation between the viewer and the cosmos, prompting reflections on our place in the universe and the unseen connections that bind us. This exhibition invites a contemplation of the moment of encounter—both with the unknown and the artwork itself— as each image unfolds new depths of profound experiences.