Painter Allison Katz, who lived in New York for seven years but hasn't shown in Manhattan for over a decade, returns with a major debut solo exhibition at Hauser & Wirth's Wooster Street location. Titled "Outta the Bag," the show features a suite of New York–centric paintings, including depictions of the city's museums and skyscrapers, as well as an ironically small "Big Apple" composition, marking a significant moment for the mid-career artist.
This exhibition matters because it reaffirms Katz's place as a rising star of contemporary painting, showcasing her playful yet conceptually layered approach. Her return to the New York gallery scene with a powerhouse like Hauser & Wirth signals both her growing market presence and the continued relevance of painting that hides serious ideas in plain sight, engaging viewers with wit and visual intrigue.