Paul Larsen – Founder & Curator, Paul Larsen Gallery Location: Saddle River, New Jersey Website: paullarsengallery.com Email: info@paullarsengallery.com Instagram: @paul_larsen_gallery Phone: (201) 321-4316 ⸻ About Paul Larsen Paul Larsen is an art curator, cultural connector, and founder of the Paul Larsen Gallery in Saddle River, New Jersey. Known for his bold, community-driven vision, Larsen has emerged as a vital voice in the contemporary art scene of the Northeast, bridging the aesthetic energy of New York’s boroughs with the quiet ambition of suburban New Jersey. Raised in West Milford Township, NJ, near the Appalachian Trail and Greenwood Lake, Paul developed a passion for the arts early on. His youth was spent exploring local artist studios and creative enclaves throughout the tri-state area, experiences that laid the groundwork for his mission: to create a cultural sanctuary for emerging and established artists alike. ⸻ Paul Larsen Gallery – Where Artists Gather Located at 11 Barnstable Court in Saddle River, the Paul Larsen Gallery opened its doors with a purpose—to serve as both exhibition space and incubator for creativity, conversation, and cultural growth. With a strong commitment to accessibility and artist empowerment, the gallery provides a rotating platform for bold contemporary voices, offering solo shows, group exhibitions, and community events. The gallery made headlines in 2022 with a grand opening celebrated by the Saddle River Mayor and Council, recognizing its contribution to the local creative economy and its potential as a regional art hub. ⸻ Collaborations & Artist Connections Paul Larsen maintains strong ties to the vibrant artist collectives of Brooklyn and Manhattan, where he regularly scouts talent and collaborates with boundary-pushing creators. Notable exhibitions include: • Alexandra Momin – “Hidden Truths” A dynamic solo show exploring identity, abstraction, and urban metaphysics through vibrant mixed media and paint. • “Color Crush” – Group Exhibition Featuring emerging artists from Brooklyn and Queens, the exhibit celebrated color theory as rebellion, spotlighting underrepresented voices and experimental techniques. • Chelsea & Bushwick Artist Circles Paul is an active participant in artist dialogues within NYC’s Chelsea and Bushwick districts, frequently partnering with curators, muralists, and installation artists. ⸻ Philosophy & Vision “Art is more than aesthetics—it’s a form of social currency,” says Paul. His philosophy centers on giving artists the room to experiment, build, and connect in a space that’s as inclusive as it is intentional. “Whether it’s a seasoned painter or a street muralist fresh from Brooklyn, I want the gallery to feel like home for artists who are saying something real.” Paul continues to advocate for artistic expression that challenges convention and offers a counter-narrative to commercialized, institutional art systems. His gallery acts as a bridge—between states, between generations, and between the raw and the refined.