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SLEIGHT OF HAND, Group Exhibition at Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / June 14 – August 2, 2025

Art Show 'Slight of Hand' opening reception Dallas, Art. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA.

As a way of sliding into summer, Barry Whistler Gallery’s group show, titled Sleight of Hand, is a showcase that will utilize the entire facility with art by 36 artists, 12 of whom are not represented by the gallery.  This exhibition was derived through an interest in “exploring notions of trickery and a variety of approaches in making art.”  
 
These ideas revolve around, and even expand beyond a foundational work of art by William Wegman, the photograph One or Two Spoons/Two or Three Forks, 1971, that served as an inspiration for the exhibition.  It clearly presents Wegman’s capacity for visual wit and humor, only equaled by his use of language.  A simple composition, the image depicts two forks and one spoon, and a single utensil that exits the frame to the right- that could be either a spoon or a fork.  As visual misdirection the artist points to an unknowable reality, leaving the viewer to decide what’s really happening.

Each piece in Sleight of Hand has been chosen because of an aesthetic consistency, such that through various approaches these artists elucidate themes and associations related to vibrant expression and creativity that goes beyond mere card tricks.

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Art gallery with four abstract paintings hanging on a white wall, reflected on a smooth concrete floor. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show

Group Show Sleight of Hand, Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025 / Photo: Allison V. Smith

Arrangement of framed artwork on a white gallery wall, including black and white geometric and line art, abstract shapes, and colorful patterns. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela

Group Show Sleight of Hand, Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025 / Photo: Allison V. Smith

Symmetrical embroidery design with intricate loops and swirls in brown, black, grey, and gold thread on white fabric. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art

 Dark Purple, María Valenzuela, Handmade embroidery on paper / 20x14 inch / 51x36 cm / 2024

Assorted embroidery threads in shades of brown, beige, and gold arranged on a white background. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art. Embroidery on paper
Art gallery Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art. Embroidery on paper. Sol Lewitt

Group Show Sleight of Hand, Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025 / Photo: Allison V. Smith

Abstract art pieces displayed on a white gallery wall, with the central piece featuring intricate, flowing lines in gold, black and the side pieces showcasing minimalistic designs in green and brown. Barry Whistler Gallery. Embroidery on paper

María Valenzuela’s Work, Handmade embroidery on paper / Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025 / Photo: Allison V. Smith

Artwork featuring a symmetrical, abstract, thread embroidery design on white fabric, with intertwining black, brown, and gold threads forming floral and organic shapes. Landscape Art. Embroidery on paper. Organic lines

Gold, María Valenzuela, Handmade embroidery on paper / 30x23 inch / 76x58 cm / 2024

Tangled multicolored embroidery threads lies on white paper. Landscape Art. Embroidery on paper. Organic lines. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art. Embroidery on paper
Embroidery on paper. Organic lines. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art. Embroidery on paper. Color pencil.

Binomial Light Earth Green, Handmade embroidery & color pencil drawing on paper / each 20x14 inch / 51x36 cm / 2022

A piece of string on white background, positioned next to a solid brown textured square .Embroidery on paper. Organic lines. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Minimal Art.

Binomial Ochre, Handmade embroidery & color pencil drawing on paper / each 20x14 inch / 51x36 cm / 2022

Colorful trapezoidal prism with black, green, blue, and purple faces on a red background. Sol Lewitt. Barry Whistler Gallery, Dallas, Texas, USA. Group Art show. María Valenzuela artist. Textile Art. Embroidery.

Sol LeWitt: Flat Top Pyramid with Colors Superimposed, 1988, Silkscreen in 20 colors, 29 15/16 x 95 in, Printer’s Proof 1/2

Gallery wall featuring abstract artwork in frames with vibrant colors, and a large black-and-white textured piece on a white wall in an art gallery.

Terrel James & Tom Orr , Group Show Sleight of Hand, Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025 / Photo: Allison V. Smith.

Exhibition poster for 'SLEIGHT OF HAND' at Barry Whistler Gallery, June 14 to August 2, 2025, featuring a list of artists, opening reception details, and gallery contact information.

Group Show Sleight of Hand, Barry Whistler Gallery / Dallas, USA / 2025