Frevo, a Michelin-starred restaurant in New York, and Destinee Ross-Sutton, an art curator, advisor, and gallerist, have collaborated to present artworks by Khari Turner, who drew inspiration from the immersive atmosphere, food, and textures of the contemporary restaurant with his unique water-infused figure painting style.
Frevo, a hidden gem tucked behind an art gallery in Greenwich Village, offers a multi-course intimate dining experience for 17 guests.
The restaurant wanted to work with an artist who could convey what New York means to chef Franco Sampogna and restaurateur Bernardo Silva for its first collaboration, dubbed the Art Curator Series.
Turner used water and its natural elements to create a string of 5 works based on elements — earth, fire, air, and water — to mimic textures like foam, froth, and crunch from the bold and elegant dishes for the exhibition.
As he cultivates a deeper connection to his identity, the Brooklyn-based artist creates works that embody his exploration of his history and roots. He celebrates the link to Black history and pays homage to his ancestors by using water collected from his travels to bring their stories to life.
The exhibition will be up for viewing from September 8 to November 30.
FREVO NYC
48 West 8th Street
New York, NY
