Jule Korneffel's third solo exhibition at Spencer Brownstone Gallery in New York, titled 'In Search of Lost Light,' presents a series of paintings that capture the quiet, liminal moments just before dawn. Using artist-mixed natural pigments, Korneffel shifts from her previous twilight-focused work to explore the anticipation of daylight, with pieces like the titular painting (2025) standing out for its playful, musical composition. The show also includes a mural in the gallery's back patio that blends colors into a grey neutral tone reminiscent of early-morning skies.
This exhibition matters because it demonstrates Korneffel's continued evolution as a painter who translates subtle atmospheric phenomena into tangible, sustainable art forms. By employing natural pigments she mixes herself, the artist not only creates visually calming works but also embeds a sense of time and materiality into her practice. The show offers New York City viewers a rare opportunity to engage with the serene, often overlooked moments of the natural world, reinforcing the role of galleries in presenting contemplative, process-driven contemporary art.