Periscope: Laura Dargan Solo Exhibition

The Miller Gallery is pleased to present "Periscope," a solo exhibition featuring Charleston-based artist Laura Dargan. The exhibition will be hosted in the pristine white-walled Hed Hi Studio and will showcase Dargan’s artistic progression and style of work over the past few years. Laura Dargan is a self-taught artist known for both geometric abstraction and experimental figurative paintings.

Photograph by Margaret Wright

Linn, 30 x 36 inches, acrylic on canvas

Her work explores the interaction between unexpected color combinations and irregular shapes. She states that her goal is to create “visual energy,” which is evident from her playful use of form and joyful colors on canvas. Each viewer is left to interpret and connect with the paintings on their own terms.

Mangrove, 36 x 96 inches, acrylic on canvas

Dargan states, “Periscope is a collection of works that has evolved intuitively over several years, capturing the essence of transformation and new perspectives. This journey began with two distinct bodies of work that, when viewed together, revealed a perspective that allowed me to see up and through to a different vantage point. 

As my exploration continued, the artwork progressed to a new plane, illustrating a linear development that portrays three levels of existence and thought. Each piece serves as a reflection of the intricate layers of perception, inviting viewers to engage with their own interpretations and experiences.

This exhibition encourages introspection and exploration of the unseen dimensions that shape our understanding of the world. Welcome to Periscope, where art becomes a tool for exploration and revelation.” 

(Left) Bocage | 36 x 48 inches | acrylic on canvas (Right) Bluff36 x 48 inches | acrylic on canvasMesa, 48 x 60 inches, acrylic on canvas(Left) Bright Giant24 x 24 inches, acrylic on canvas, float frame (Right) Outflow, 24 x 24 inches, acrylic on canvas, float frame

Olive Trail, 24 x 36 inches, acrylic on canvas
(Left) Solar, 20 x 28 inches, acrylic on canvas, float frame, (Right) Cafe Au Lait, 40 x 40 inches, acrylic on paper, framed

Plant Based
, 30 x 48 inches, acrylic on canvas
Purple Sky, Midnight BlueTropical Respite II, various sizes, $875 - $1100


Artwork will be available online to collect Thursday, October 24th at 10am ET. The opening reception on Saturday, October 26th from 6-10 p.m. will feature a live DJ and beverages. Beyond the opening reception on Saturday night, visitors can view Periscope during viewing hours on Sunday, October 27th from 1-4 p.m. Questions? We're here to help! You can reach us at info@themillergallery.com.