Power of Colours | Mylands X Shapero Modern

Shapero Modern is delighted to present a stunning exhibition co-curated with renowned interior designer Beata Heuman, who is celebrating the launch of her new range of paints in partnership with Mylands, Britain’s oldest manufacturer of luxury paints. Currently on view at our gallery at 94 New Bond Street, this selling exhibition brings together Heuman’s distinctive design philosophy, Mylands’ rich pigments, and some of the artworks from our current collection, creating a captivating visual experience. 

At the launch, a panel of speakers explored the significance of colour in art and design. Kassia St. Clair, author of ‘The Secret Lives of Colour,’ discussed the cultural history of colours, while Heuman offered insight into how the colour is more than a decorative tool – it’s a language that transforms spaces and conveys emotion. 

In the world of art colour influences not only the aesthetic appeal but also the emotional depth of a piece. For example, let’s look at Peter Doig’s Country Rock, which was selected by Heuman as part of her curated choice of artworks, and which was hung against a Scandinavian blue background (‘Stockholm’) in our Bond Street gallery.  Doig’s use of subdued sepia tones are sharply contrasted by a vibrant rainbow at the centre, honing the viewers gaze and evoking feelings of nostalgia and emotional resonance. 

Similarly, Frank Stella’s Libertinia presents a vivid display of colour that exudes energy and vitality. Stella’s exploration of bold, contrasting colours brings the artwork to life, filling the space with movement and excitement.