Rob Ventura: Spira Mirabilis

Spira Mirabilis: Logarithmic Spirals in Nature by Rob Ventura

Kelly-McKenna Gallery, 1308 3rd Avenue, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Dates: October 10 – November 14, 2024 

Spring Lake, NJ – Kelly-McKenna Gallery is thrilled to announce Spira Mirabilis: Logarithmic Spirals in Nature, a solo exhibition by Rob Ventura, opening October 10, 2024. Featuring oil paintings, gouache on panel, charcoal drawings, and ceramic vessels, Ventura's exhibition delves into the beauty of natural patterns and mathematical harmony. 

Born in 1989, Rob Ventura is a multidisciplinary artist known for his work exploring organic forms. With a background in painting, drawing, and ceramics, his art reflects a fascination with the Golden Ratio, Fibonacci sequence, and the Mandelbrot set, echoing mathematical phenomena in nature. Ventura studied at Boston University, earning his MFA in Painting and Drawing in 2013. 

The exhibition focuses on Ventura’s interpretation of the logarithmic spiral, a form prevalent in nature and first described by mathematician Jacob Bernoulli as "Spira Mirabilis," or "miraculous spiral." The series highlights curvilinear flowers, honeycomb grids, and micro-organic shapes, emphasizing the spiral’s omnipresence in natural structures, from seashells to galaxies. 

This exhibition showcases Ventura’s continued exploration of the intersection of art, design, and mathematics, offering a compelling narrative on how these forces shape our natural world. Spira Mirabilis provides visitors an immersive experience, allowing them to contemplate the intricate beauty that governs both the universe and Ventura’s artistic vision. 

Exhibition Details:
Opening Date: October 10, 2024
Closing Date: November 14, 2024

Artist Talk: October 17, 2024 @ 6-7 PM 

For press inquiries, interview requests, or additional information, please contact:
Caitlin Kelly-McKenna, Gallery Director
Email: info@kellymckennagallery.com