Gallery 612 Presents
“Exposing Pasithea”
~ A solo painting showcase by artist Rachel Berkowitz
Gallery 612, Santa Monica, CA is proud to announce the upcoming solo exhibition by Rachel Berkowitz, Exposing Pasithea, on view from May 9th to May 31st. The opening reception will take place on May 17th from 5 PM to 8 PM at 612 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
Exposing Pasithea:
This series of oil paintings captures the goddess Pasithea’s essence of tranquility, blending soft Romanticism with the fast-paced energy of modern life to highlight the importance of self-care and reflection. Set within intimate, nature-infused spaces, each piece portrays a figure of divine femininity surrounded by contemporary symbols of nurturing. The work evokes a mystical yet playful invitation to pause and embrace rest, offering a visual sanctuary amid life’s chaos.
The artist integrates observational studies of objects from their studio, æsthetíque studio, weaving in references to biophilia and eternal bouquets from their previous works. By incorporating elements of their own paintings into the interior spaces, the artist creates a layered dialogue between past and present, reality and dream, ultimately inviting the viewer into a deeply personal yet universally resonant meditation on identity and transformation.
Each Pasithea is both grounded in the mundane and elevated by the surreal, capturing the delicate balance between self-care and introspection. The goddess acts as a bridge between reality and dreams, encouraging viewers to embrace stillness in a world that rarely slows down.
Join us for the opening reception on May 17th from 5 PM – 8 PM at Gallery 612 for an evening of art, conversation, and reflection.
