Paradigm Gallery + Studio is pleased to present Amor Fati, the newest collection of documentary sculptures by Philadelphia-based artist Drew Leshko. In a blowout display of over 50 building facades, hanging signs, and rooftop superstructures, Leshko documents the ever-changing landscape of urban architecture from gentrification while memorializing the influential buildings from his neighborhood and beyond. Leshko works slowly and meticulously in hand-crafting neighborhood bars, corner stores, and music venues, primarily in paper and wood to echo the slow decay he witnesses from rising redevelopment. Instead of condemning the evolving landscape, Leshko reminds his audience to Amor Fati–love your fate–to accept change and move forward, acknowledging the good and the bad. With almost 20 years dedicated to capturing the essence of Philadelphia’s disreputable yet culturally significant sites in miniature form, Leshko’s sculptures are atypical monuments that unveil the emotional ties one can assign to weathered brick, faded signage, or rusted iron.
Amor Fati will be on view on the first floor of the Paradigm Arts Building (12 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106) starting November 7th until November 30, 2025, with a public opening reception on Friday, November 7th from 6PM–8PM.
Please email info@paradigm-gallery.com to receive the Collector Preview for the upcoming exhibition, or submit your request here.
The artist will be in attendance with opportunities to view and collect artwork from 3 floors of the Paradigm Arts Building.
The reception is free and open to all. All artwork will be available to collect during the opening. Please email info@paradigm-gallery for any inquiries prior to the reception.
