Fri, February 10, 2023 - Thu, March 28, 2024 at Acadiana Center for the Arts

In Unconscious Place, Sara Hardin embarks on a captivating exploration of the intricacies within the conscious and unconscious realms of the human psyche. Through oil paintings that intertwine architectural structures with fragmented domestic spaces, overgrown with lush foliage, the exhibition unfolds as a delicate dance between the desire for control and the unrestrained exploration of dreams. Born from the artist’s therapeutic journey, these works serve as a visual testament to the extraordinary harmony found in embracing the mysterious and fertile realm of the unconscious, while acknowledging the foundational forces of reason and consciousness. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own internal landscapes, sparking a dialogue about the profound unity that emerges when the conscious and unconscious converge.

Sara Hardin, a New Orleans-based artist and art educator, channels the landscapes of her inner world through captivating oil paintings. Born and raised in New Orleans, she ventured to Lafayette, Louisiana, to pursue her passion for art education at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. In 2016, she earned her bachelor’s degree. After a few years working as an art educator in Lafayette, Hardin returned to her hometown to delve deeper into her artistic journey. She was accepted into the Masters of Fine Arts program at the University of New Orleans, where she concentrated in painting and printmaking. During her academic pursuit, she secured a fully funded residency in Van Cleave, MS, and participated in various group exhibitions across New Orleans.