An article by F. G. (628 words, 3 min. read)
Visiting Lara Agopian’s exhibition: Assembled Chaos, at Rebirth Beirut, Gemmayze, curated by Dr. Tony Karam, is nothing short of magical. The moment you step in, you are transported into the enchanted world of the artist, a world where colors burst, forms intertwine, and imagination takes flight. Each canvas is a window into Agopian’s soul, an expression of her vibrant, spontaneous, and complex mind. The shapes multiply and weave together, creating a kaleidoscope of compositions, fluid yet structured, inviting each viewer to embark on their own journey of interpretation.
Agopian’s art is an explosion of energy, a beautiful chaos where every detail pulses with life. Yet, in this seemingly wild disorder, curator Dr. Tony Karam masterfully unveils an underlying order. His scenography is a feat of storytelling, orchestrating canvases of various sizes and mediums into a cohesive symphony of color and movement. Set against the white walls of an old Lebanese house, the paintings are given the space to breathe, to speak, to resonate.
A Visual Language of Lines and Dots
At the heart of Agopian’s work lies her signature lines and dots in all their forms. They whisper and shout, flow and dance, coming together to capture life’s unpredictability. Within this intricate layering, chaos transforms into harmony. It is a reminder that even in turbulent times, there is light, strength, and inspiration waiting to be found.
One of the exhibition’s standout pieces exemplifies this philosophy. A bold, dynamic canvas, it is a living, breathing entity where abstract forms interlock in a visual symphony. Each shape carries its own intricate patterns—crosshatching, polka dots, textures—that create a tactile rhythm, a vibration that extends beyond the canvas. This is art that doesn’t just exist. It moves, it speaks, it dreams.
Beyond the paintings themselves, the exhibition offers an immersive experience. Light plays a crucial role, shifting perspectives and transforming each artwork as different angles and illuminations reveal new depths, hidden details, and unexpected moments of brilliance.
A Global Perspective, A Personal Journey
Agopian’s artistic vision has been shaped by a life lived across continents—Los Angeles, New York City, London, and Dubai. These experiences have infused her work with a universal language, one that bridges cultures, emotions, and perspectives.
Yet, for all its global influences, Agopian’s work remains deeply personal. Her paintings are shaped by her background in TV production, her love for music, food, and travel, and her fascination with the stories that define us. This blend of the intimate and the universal makes her work resonate so powerfully, allowing viewers to see reflections of their own emotions, dreams, and memories within her creations.
There is a sense of joy when one enters into her exhibition, into her joyful world.
Collector
TIWOLAB: The Inner World of Lara Agopian’s Braintive, A Personal Journey
From her atelier in Naccache, Lebanon, Agopian creates under the name TIWOLAB—The Inner World of Lara Agopian’s Brain. It is a space of experimentation, resilience, and joy, where creativity flows unbound. Her work now graces private collections in cities around the world, including New York City, the Hamptons, Los Angeles, Vienna, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Limassol, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Beirut.
Through her latest exhibition, Assembled Chaos, inaugurated on January 30 and running until February 8, Agopian once again proves that art is a beacon of hope, especially knowing that part of the proceeds will support Rebirth Beirut’s initiative. In a world that so often leans toward darkness, she reminds us that magic still exists. Her work invites us to dream, to wander, and to believe in the fantastic and the poetic.
And in times like these, what could be more essential?
