Rena Bransten Gallery is pleased to present 36 views, a solo exhibition of small paintings on paper and canvas by Robert Minervini, on view in our south gallery. These works depict both real and imagined perspectives of Mount Hood in Oregon; the concept and title paying homage to Japanese artist Hokusai (17601849) and his iconic series 36 views of Mount Fuji.

This collection of images continues Robert Minervini's exploration of illusory landscapes, while remaining strongly rooted in the physicality of the natural world. Though small in scale, the intimate, delicate works encompass the grandeur of nature, offering respite for all who allow themselves to linger. The soft palette and gentle composition of these works is intoxicating, reminiscent of the transcendent peace that solitary moments in nature can bring.

Robert Minervini received his MFA from the San Francisco Art Institute, and his BFA from Tyler School of Art. His work has been exhibited internationally, including solo shows with Hirschl & Adler Modern, NYC; Edward Cella Gallery, LA; Rena Bransten Gallery, SF; as well as group and two-person exhibitions with the San José Museum of Art, Torrance Art Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego, the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, Palo Alto Art Center, Schneider Museum of Art, and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Minervini has completed multiple murals and public art commissions nationally and has been a resident artist at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, the Headlands Center of the Arts, and the Vermont Studio Center.

His art has been featured in numerous publications including New American Paintings (No. 91 and No. 109), the LA times, Modern painters, San Francisco chronicle, Art ltd., and The Huffington post. Minervini’s work is in the collections of the San José Museum of Art, the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego, the City and County of San Francisco, and many private and corporate collections. Robert Minervini currently lives and works in Florence, Italy & Oakland, California.