In a bold move, Pace Gallery has welcomed the talented British painter, Pam Evelyn, to its prestigious roster, making her the youngest artist ever to join the gallery. At just 27 years old, Evelyn’s inclusion in the esteemed art institution represents a remarkable achievement for the emerging artist, whose unique approach to abstraction has been turning heads in the art world.
Unlike many of Pace Gallery’s established artists, known for their well-established market followings, Evelyn is a rising star fresh out of earning her master’s degree last year. The gallery’s decision to take on such a young talent is a testament to Evelyn’s exceptional artistic prowess and the potential that she brings to the art scene.
Evelyn’s artistic style is rooted in abstraction, a genre that allows her to express her creativity through a diverse range of techniques. She often works with layering and removing paint over extended periods, resulting in intricate and captivating pieces. Additionally, she creates works on paper that showcase her ability to produce art with speed and spontaneity.
Speaking about her artistic process, Evelyn explained, “My practice is rooted in instinct and impulse. I’m very attentive to the patterns of structure and color that materialize in each work…it’s a process I like to refer to as ‘a mist rising.'” Her intuitive and innovative approach to art has garnered her significant attention and acclaim in recent years.
Evelyn’s artistic journey has been nothing short of impressive. Prior to joining Pace Gallery, she showcased her talent in a solo exhibition at Peres Projects in Berlin in 2021, followed by another solo show at the Approach gallery in London in 2022. Additionally, her work has been featured in group exhibitions at prominent galleries such as Baert Gallery in Los Angeles and Massimodecarlo in Paris.
Despite her relatively short time in the art world, Evelyn’s pieces have already gained recognition at auctions. One of her paintings, produced in 2020, even before she completed her master’s degree, was sold at Phillips in 2022 for a remarkable £81,900, more than six times its high estimate. Such success at auction further solidifies her position as an artist with immense potential and promise.
Pace Gallery’s decision to add Pam Evelyn to its roster is part of the gallery’s recent trend of embracing emerging talent and diversifying its artist base. Over the past year, the gallery has been actively expanding its lineup, welcoming artists like Grada Kilomba, Hank Willis Thomas, and including the estates of Yoo Yongkuk and John Wesley.
Art enthusiasts and critics alike eagerly await Evelyn’s first show with Pace Gallery, set to take place at its London space this September. With her unique artistic vision and remarkable achievements at such a young age, there’s no doubt that Pam Evelyn’s journey in the art world is just beginning, and her addition to Pace Gallery’s roster is a significant milestone in her promising career.