Echo Contemporary Art presents three solo exhibitions: Treyvian

Dowell’s “unfamiliarheaven”, Chaice Garner’s “Mystic Treasures”,

and Charity Hamidullah’s “Re:Purpose”. The exhibitions open

Saturday, March 1st from 7pm to 10pm and closes Friday March 28th.

Treyvian Dowell’s “Unfamiliarheaven" is a project that explores

identity, memory, and the emotional weight of personal transformation. Rooted in self-

driven narratives and initially inspired by the monomyth, it is a space to juxtapose

impressionistic portraiture with an influence of realism pressed immediately against

moments of abstraction, creating a visual language oscillating between familiarity and

the flat. Rendered with oil, acrylic, pastel, and colored pencil on paper and canvas,

these works capture friends and others in Dowell’s immediate space with lifelike facial

features framed by abstracted, otherworldly hair and forms. The compositions often

include obscured digital symbols, emulating screens and grounding the work in our

shared cultural memory. At its core, “unfamiliarheaven” preserves moments of

emotional intensity, using color, texture, and form to evoke the complexity of black

interiority and presence.

Chaice Garner’s “Mystic Treasures” is a collection of ceramic

works that weave together symbolism, folklore and animal imagery. Through vibrant

colors and intricate details, these treasures tell stories of protection, wonder,

transformation and reveal the hidden magic in the seen and unseen energies of life.

Inspired by the inherent beauty and complexity of life, Garner aims to infuse her works

with a sense of serenity and protection, warding off evil energy and anxiety.

Charity Hamidullah’s "Re:Purpose" weaves a tapestry of inspiration,

using recycled spray paint cans from past mural installations and found objects to ignite

a journey of self-discovery. Each piece tells a tale of willpower, where the spark of

passion is rekindled, inviting viewers to embrace their own journeys. As various

mediums are intentionally paired Hamidullah begins to assemble narratives which

capture the essence of her subjects, transforming their stories into empowering

beacons. This exhibition not only celebrates the playful nature of rediscovery but also

serves as a catalyst for all who wander through, urging them to find their own build in

the construction of life.