JANUS

Curated by Katharine Dufault – Featuring Idil Barkan, Alexandra Rutsch Brock, Brantner DeAtley, Katharine Dufault, Kiki Dufault, Patricia Fabricant, Guzman, Ellen Letcher, Maggie Mailer, Henry Murphy, Tess Recordon, Noah Schmitz, Denise Sfraga, Julie Torres

Opening Reception
Saturday, Jan. 11, 4-6pm

Susan Eley Fine Art
433 Warren St.,
Hudson, NY 12534 

Susan Eley Fine Art is pleased to present an exhibition organized by guest curator Katharine Dufault. The show includes 15 artists whose works range from sculpture, to painting, to photography.

In the words of curator Katharine Dufault regarding her exhibition concept: “Janus is the double-faced Roman god who looks backward and forward simultaneously. This duality evokes the idea of being on threshold, standing at the entrance to a portal between worlds. It suggests a moment of transition, where the boundaries between realities blur, offering a glimpse into magical realms. It is, perhaps, and opportunity to perceive or even embrace something extraordinary, a fleeting moment of connection to the mysterious and the sublime.

Artists have been selected for their ability to transport viewers to new and imaginative places. Through abstract paintings that capture a sense of movement, photographs offering modern interpretations of the theme, or sculptures that allude to hidden worlds, each piece serves as a portal. These artworks invite the viewer to step through and explore. They challenge perceptions and ignite the imagination, offering a bridge between the tangible and the intangible. Each artist’s
vision contributes to a larger narrative of discovery and transformation. By engaging with these works, the audience is encouraged to embrace the unknown and to see the world—and themselves—in a new light.”