The Bruce Lurie Gallery in Santa Monica is set to host "Observed / Imagined," a joint exhibition featuring the work of husband-and-wife duo Gary and Jody Levinson. Opening April 18, 2026, the show juxtaposes Gary’s minimalist, award-winning street photography with Jody’s intuitive abstract paintings. While Gary’s work focuses on the patient observation of solitary figures in sparse environments, Jody’s practice explores internal narratives of gender and power through a physical, multi-media approach.
This exhibition highlights the synergy between two distinct artistic disciplines—photography and abstract painting—within a single domestic and professional partnership. By presenting these contrasting styles side-by-side, the gallery facilitates a dialogue on how external reality and internal psyche intersect. The show also underscores the Bruce Lurie Gallery's continued role in promoting established Los Angeles-based talent with academic pedigrees from institutions like the International Center of Photography and Tufts University.