Me, You, and the Sunset

Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Richard Rogers Gallery, Mesler brought a series of new works, including paintings and sculptures, inspired by the luminous Provençal sunsets and the artist’s own personal reflections. Typical of Mesler’s exploration into passages of time, the twelve new paintings trace a lineage of connection, starting with the individual ("the Me") and culminating in a profound engagement with the landscape and those that inhabit it. Inspired by Mesler’s visit to La Coste last summer, the paintings embody the light, beauty, and serenity of Château La Coste, as well as the abundance of plants, herbs, and nature that surrounds the cantilevered gallery. The works invite viewers to contemplate their own connections to the world around them. The paintings feature a range of vibrant colours that mimic the spectrum of a sunset—from the silky smooth collision of Skyburst reds and yellows to the calm greens and blues of the night.

The richly patterned canvases foster moments of introspection and dialogue featuring words such as "Me", "You", and ending with the phrases "Joy", "Love” and “Sunrise”. These words sit on top of bold leaf patterns that are a recurring motif throughout Mesler’s work, and a nod to the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles as well as making reference to the rich greenery found in the soft curling hills of the Luberon Valley. Alongside the paintings, Mesler has created a beach ball sculpture, cast in bronze, inscribed with the words “Me You Us”.