forward to migraines.
“To Migraines,
We have never met before, but I’ve heard a lot about you. Based on what I’ve heard from those that know you, I consider myself privileged to never having had the “pleasure.” From staying in bed all day to immense pain, the stories about the issues you cause are seemingly never-ending. I truly dread the day we may meet. However, I had never seen a depiction of you before, until Bhare showed me his artworks for his new series, “to migraines”. To me, the ability to depict something terrible or unpleasant in a beautiful way is one of the greatest abilities an artist can possess, so let’s just say: Bhare did you a big favor. You are beautiful, filled with complexities and intricacies that I never imagined. The pain you inflict can only be compared to the stunning beauty that Bhare sees in you. With many forms but one feeling, Bhare has found a way to repair the damage you have done to your own reputation. You might not believe it, and I certainly never thought it would happen, but I think people might start to think about migraines positively. Not by your doing in any way, but all thanks to Bhare and his art.
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About the Artist
Shareon “Bhare” Blenman is a multidisciplinary artist based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born in 1998 to Barbadian immigrant parents, Bhare initially pursued a career as a chef before transitioning into the art world. His diverse practice encompasses traditional canvas work, digital oil paintings, sculptures, and even ventures into skateboarding design.
Bhare earned his undergraduate degree from Johnson & Wales University, balancing various creative jobs during the early stages of the global lockdown. By the age of 23, his work had already been showcased in traditional and digital galleries across North America and Europe. He has exhibited in more than three professional galleries and sold over 30 pieces in his debut year.
Now at 26, Bhare has been featured extensively in a magazine, completed a 40-foot commission for the Spectrum Center, and even had his work sold through Sotheby’s.
Bhare currently lives and works in Charlotte, North Carolina. He merges his work through both traditional and digital styles, exhibiting with prestigious galleries in New York, Pennsylvania, Los Angeles, Copenhagen and most recently Toronto.