McIntyre is one of the most closely watched young painters at Zwirner, and a brand-new body of work opening this very weekend is a chance to see the fall's conversation-starter first. Her canvases are seductive in person — oxidized passages, veils of rose and acid green, marks that look grown rather than painted. If you follow contemporary painting at all, this is the opening to catch downtown.
What to expect
A fresh hang of large-scale abstract paintings in a white-box Tribeca space, opening-weekend energy included. Surfaces mix pooled thin washes with crusted, reacted textures, so the paintings change dramatically with viewing distance. It's an easy add-on to the Gordon Parks show a few blocks away on Lafayette Street.
Good to know
- Take the 1/A/C/E toward Canal or Franklin St stations
- Closed Sunday and Monday — opening weekend means Friday or Saturday
- Opening receptions draw crowds; daytime visits are far calmer
- Tribeca has a dozen galleries within a five-minute walk
- Ground-level entry, stroller and wheelchair friendly
- Pair with Jack Shainman's 46 Lafayette St show for a full downtown art loop
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Common questions
Who is Emma McIntyre?
A New Zealand-born painter based in LA, known for luminous poured-and-stained abstractions; this is her new solo with David Zwirner.
Do I need an invite for opening weekend?
No — regular gallery hours are free and open to everyone.
How big is the show?
A single-gallery presentation of new paintings; 20–30 minutes covers it, ideal for gallery-hopping.
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