Moremen Gallery is thrilled to announce the opening of Concomitant, a new exhibition featuring the evocative work of Memphis-based artist Jared Small. The exhibition will open to the public on Friday, July 18, 2025, and run through August 23, 2025.

In Concomitant, Small delves into the intricate relationships between beauty in nature and structure, and the intriguing juxtaposition of perfection with the haunting appeal of gentle decay and the impermanence of memory. The subjects in his paintings are rendered with meticulous precision, resulting in near photorealistic depictions of flower petals, brick, chipped plaster, and the human form. Small's masterful use of abrupt smears, drips, and selective omissions invites viewers to focus solely on the subject, on what is truly germane. This artistic approach mirrors how memory functions: we often recall certain aspects with great detail and emotion, while other details fade into an apparition-like state. This is a truly beautiful and thought-provoking body of work that you won't want to miss.

Jared Small, a native of Memphis, Tennessee, brings a unique perspective to his art, which has garnered significant acclaim. Small is an alumnus of the University of Memphis and has an impressive exhibition history throughout Tennessee. His work has also been featured in a major solo exhibition at the Huntsville Museum of Art, further solidifying his standing in the art world. Small’s pieces are held in numerous prominent collections across the country.