Dirk Janssens @ CATM Chelsea: "Made In Wonderland" (until July 24)

If you're feeling a little blue and in desperate need of a pick-me-up, CATM Chelsea has a cure that involves neither pills nor narcotics. This unique anti-depressant comes in the form of Dirk Janssens' "Made In Wonderland" collection. Janssen accurately calls his work LoveArt. His works bestow compliments on the viewer, such as "You are made of stars!" and "If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything." Goths may want to stay away from this show, but if you embrace the vibe, a walk through the gallery could feel just like attending a jazzercise class led by Richard Simmons.

Lucky for the heartsick: CATM recently announced that they have extended Janssens' exhibition, due to popular demand, until July 24.

CATM Chelsea (http://www.catmchelsea.com)

500 W 22nd Street (cross: 10th Ave)

Hours: T-F: 1-7pm, Sat: 1-7pm, Sun 1-5pm, M: closed

Exhibition open until July 24

Happy Days Are Here Again (2011)

Gold leaf paint, fluorescent and acrylic on canvas

245cm x 200cm (96" x 79")

Loving You (2011)

Acrylic on canvas

200cm x 245cm (79" x 96")

Think Happy Thoughts (2010)

Acrylic, pencil, crayon and varnish on canvas

120cm x 145cm (47" x 57")

Made In Wonderland (2010)

Acrylic, pencil, crayon and varnish on canvas.

120cm x 145cm (47" x 57")

Actions Speak Louder Than Words (2010)

Acrylic, pencil, crayon and varnish on canvas.

120cm x 145cm (47" x 57")

The Big Bang (2011)

Acrylic, pencil, crayon on canvas

120cm x 145cm (47" x 57")

Believe In Love (2010)

Fluorescent paint and acrylic on canvas

120cm x 145cm (47" x 57")

Me And My Ever Changing Moods (2010)

Acrylic and crayon on canvas

100cm x 100cm (40" x 40")

Images courtesy of: http://dirkjanssens.eu/

Contact the gallery at info@catmchelsea.com 

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