Its been a little while since we’ve seen a solo show from Slicer, but every single show is more than worth the wait. Constantly pushing his style into new realms of abstract graffuturism, Slicers work has been a mainstay on the walls of Melbourne, both inside the gallery and out, for many eyars now – and this is yet another display of powerful shit that you just gotta go and see.

“Melbourne abstract painter and graffiti artist SLICER presents Defence Mechanisms. A collection of new works exploring anti-predator adaptations, materiality and the psyche. 

Employing the use of assemblage and a fearless exploration of new sculptural techniques the artists works explode into physical space armed with conspicuous warning colourations. What was once a two dimensional field of paint on canvas, striving to extend beyond its limits, is now a tangible expression of raw, physical material informed by the battle grounds of the natural world. 

Slicer’s distinct form of abstract mark making is channeled through common construction materials; Corrugated steel, expansion foam, plastic and wood are combined to create an engaging enquiry into automated reaction, and the nature of defence.”

See you all down in Collingwood this Friday night for the freakin magic!

Who: Slicer
What: Defence Mechanisms solo show
Where: Besser Space, 15-25 Keele Street  Collingwood 
When: Show opens Friday 20th of April 2018 from 6pm til 9pm and runs until Saturday 21st of April 2018