Curatorial notes
Michel Majerus created "Running in Cycles" as a large-scale painting that merges the languages of abstraction and pop art. Majerus came of age in a world saturated with images, from television to the burgeoning internet. He pulls from these diverse sources, layering in references to video games, advertising, and art history. The vibrant colors and bold graphics create a visual overload, mirroring the frenetic pace of contemporary life. Phrases like "fuck the artist" and "burned out" clash with the playful composition. Majerus is capturing the sense of exhaustion and disillusionment that can come with navigating an image-obsessed culture. It’s as if he’s acknowledging the artist’s struggle to remain relevant in a world where everything feels disposable. Majerus tragically died at the age of 35, a moment when he was gaining significant international recognition. "Running in Cycles" serves as a poignant reflection on the cycles of creation, consumption, and burnout inherent in the art world and beyond.