Constructed Chaos

January 25 - June 1, 2025 Admission

Constructed Chaos explores the dynamic interplay between structure and spontaneity through abstract art. The works on display delve into the dual forces that shape our existence—the inherent order that seeks stability, clarity, and control, juxtaposed with the chaotic, unpredictable energy that disrupts, redefines, and challenges the status quo.

Through various mediums and techniques, the artists reflect on how these opposing forces shape both the external world and our internal landscapes. The exhibition speaks to the moments where chaos and order converge, pushing and pulling against each other, creating a tension that we navigate daily in our personal and collective lives. Some works embrace the flux and freedom of unrestrained experimentation, while others impose rigid lines, patterns, and forms that anchor the viewer’s perception, offering a sense of security amidst the storm.

This exhibition asks us to reflect on the complexity of balance. How does order manifest amid uncertainty? Can chaos ever find structure, and does order need to be disrupted to be truly understood? As viewers move through the space, they are invited to experience the unresolved friction between these forces, and perhaps, to find their own place within this shifting continuum.

This exhibition was curated in collaboration with SFCC student Brooklyn Correa as a part of a special problems exhibition course with Museum Director Garry Holstein. Brooklyn J. Correa grew up in the small town of Centerview, MO. She will graduate in May with her Associate of Arts from SFCC in Sedalia, MO. She currently works at the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art as a museum attendant. She will transfer to Mizzou in the fall of 2025, pursuing a degree in English, with minors in Creative Writing and Art History. Her inspiration for this museum show stemmed from her love of art and the creative aspect that allows both artists and writers to connect.