Devon DeJardin's solo exhibition 'Of Dust and Breath' at Ross + Kramer highlights his exploration of creation and spirituality through abstract figures called 'Guardians.' These anthropomorphic forms symbolize protection and are designed to foster a connection with viewers, inviting introspection across diverse belief systems. The exhibition features ethereal landscapes reminiscent of 17th-century Dutch masters, illustrating the dual nature of humanity. DeJardin merges geometric shapes with atmospheric depth, effectively bridging moral and religious themes that resonate across time, while encouraging reflections on divine intention and human transgression.
DeJardin's Guardian figures describe a geometric order that does not exist as a singular form of protective symbolism but reaches to be understood across ideologies.
The exhibition’s title refers to the biblical notion that humanity was formed from the dust of the earth and given life through the breath of spirit.
These figures seem to offer up a path of communication between themselves and the viewer, and in doing so, encourage deep introspection.
DeJardin's landscapes, with their controlled palette and particular emphasis on atmosphere, are evocative of the enigmatic landscapes of 17th century Dutch Golden Age painters.
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