Synopsis: In this episode of We Talk at the BFAC, we sit down with artist Michael Foster, whose powerful retrospective “Hello… I Must Be Going” is now on display at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre Gallery. Spanning nearly 25 years of work, the exhibit explores memory, anxiety, technology, and the emotional weight of the digital age. Foster opens up about the personal influences behind his distinctive visual language, the evolution of his artistic voice, and why he believes art should be both accessible and reflective. From encrypted notes and fragmented symbols to emotional abstraction, his work invites viewers to pause, question, and engage. We dive into the role of the artist in a time of blurred truths, the challenge of finding meaning in chaos, and the invitation for viewers to see his art as both map and mirror—a guide and a reflection for our times.
Hello…I Must Be Going: A Retrospective
A Solo Exhibition by Michael Foster
Now on display | Reception: June 21, 2–5 PM | Batavia Fine Arts Centre Gallery
“I am excited to have such important content, thought, and conversation around this topic. Our world seems so marred and entangled with technology and the question of fact that to take a moment and visually see these concepts come to life through art in this retrospective is an important guide which can help us reflect on these concepts in our own life.”
— Dominic Cattero, BFAC Director
