
RIDING CURVES EXHIBITION 
  Deep, curvaceous lines slice across each canvas, while radiant,  harlequin waves sweep your eyes up and around the bodies of unusual  creatures. Some have beaks; others bunny ears. But barring physical  distinctions, they each possess a cuteness that’s unsettling, borne  largely from the animals’ equivocality. “Riding Curves” is a retrospective chronicling the past five years of  Arkiv Vilmansa’s career. The pieces showcase his work as a visual artist  and toy designer, with his iconic “Arkiv” character at the forefront of  many paintings, while new characters “Rabbiv” and “Soulbird” make  notable debuts. As the title suggests, the exhibition is centralized on the theme of  overcoming adversity or “rolling with the punches.” Many of Vilmansa’s  characters are seen embroiled in conflict, be it through physical  restraint or combat. “Riding Curves” marks a pivotal turning point in  Vilmansa’s career, where past challenges are overcome and the process of  moving forward begins.       
  
 Opening: Saturday, 23th October 2010 at 5pm        
  
 There will be a special prints given away, only 20 pcs made and handsigned by Arkiv himself.    
  
 Vivi Yip Art Room 2 Annexe 
 
  Ciputra Jl. Prof. Satrio Kav 11  
 
 Casablanca, Jakarta Selatan 12930, 
 
 Indonesia