THE WHITE ROOM GALLERY
Presents
FIERCE
AUG 18th to August 30th
OPENING RECEPTION THURS AUGUST 20TH 5-7PM
Curators’ Quote
BOLD AND CONFIDENT
INTENSE AND STRONG.
The word fierce was first used in English during the 13th century, coming from the old French word fiers, which means proud and wild.
This exhibit celebrates that spirit with tennis icons hanging alongside Hollywood icons. Center court or center stage, it is all about the performance.
Federer. Nadal. McEnroe. Monroe. Jagger. Bardot.
Forces of nature on the court meet forces of nature of the sea with photographs that capture the dynamic energy of the perfect splash.
A heart made of mousetraps is a fierce commentary on love while paintings and photographs of bikinis take a walk on the wild side right in step with fishnets and stilettos.
A female centric collage captures the fierceness of a woman in power while other female centric mixed media pieces comment on the wild trappings of privilege.
Abstract paintings take the viewer on wild imaginings and pool parties come to life in wild illustrations while people stand proudly on chairs. And what would a fierce exhibit be without a butterfly whose metamorphosis from a caterpillar is about as wild as it gets.
A multitude of creative forces came together for this exhibit. How else would you get to Fierce.’
SPECIAL FEATURE FOR THIS EXHIBITION INCLUDES GAME CHANGERS
by contemporary sports artist TED DIMOND
The Moments. The Matches. The Memories.
Where Were You When History Took the Court?
More than an exhibition of tennis paintings, FIERCE is a visual journey through the matches, players, rivalries, and moments that shaped the history of the sport. Through a collection of original oil paintings, Dimond captures the emotion, drama, and significance of game changing moments that tennis fans remember forever.
From championship points and historic victories to legendary rivalries and breakthrough performances, each painting tells the story of a moment that became part of tennis history. Accompanying every work is a historical reference to the match, an iconic quote from the player, and a short narrative explaining why that moment remains significant in the history of the sport.
Featured throughout the exhibition are some of the most memorable voices in tennis history:
“You cannot be serious!” — John McEnroe
“Pressure is a privilege.” — Billie Jean King
“Champions keep playing until they get it right.” — Billie Jean King
“I never looked back.” — Arthur Ashe
“I hate to lose more than I love to win.” — Jimmy Connors
“Tennis uses the language of life.” — Andre Agassi
“And let that be a lesson to you all. Nobody beats Vitas Gerulaitis 17 times in a row.” — Vitas Gerulaitis
“I never lost a match. I just ran out of time.” — Björn Borg
A highlight of the Opening night will be a special Player Portrait Unveiling Night, where a past/current ATP and WTA professional will appear in person to unveil original Ted Dimond portraits, meet fans, sign autographs, and share stories from their careers.
Recent unveiling events have featured some of the sport’s most exciting stars, including Frances Tiafoe and Flavio Cobolli during the 2025 U.S. Open exhibition, and Jasmine Paolini, Sara Errani, and Jakub Mensik during the 2024 exhibition season. Celebrities from tennis and other sports include Tom Brady, Joe Namath, Lawrence Taylor and Jack Nicklaus to name a few.
As a former professional tennis player, coach, and life long student of the game, Dimond brings a unique perspective to his work. His signature style combines traditional oil painting with multiple layers of clear polymer, creating a sense of movement, depth, and energy that mirrors the intensity of competition.
“Every tennis fan remembers where they were when certain moments happened,” said Ted Dimond. “McEnroe’s outburst. Ashe breaking barriers. Connors fighting until the last point. Vitas delivered one of the greatest lines in sports history. These paintings aren’t just about tennis—they’re about memories. They remind us why we fell in love with the game in the first place.
The paintings tell the stories of tennis history, but the unveiling nights bring those stories to life. Fans have the opportunity not only to see the artwork, but to meet the players who created these unforgettable moments and hear their stories firsthand.”
The exhibition will feature portraits of legendary champions including Arthur Ashe, Billie Jean King, John McEnroe, Björn Borg, Jimmy Connors, Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, and Venus Williams, along with the game’s new generation of trailblazers including Coco Gauff, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and João Fonseca.
FIERCE- The Moments. The Matches. The Memories. will be on view August 18–30, 2026, at The White Room Gallery. Original paintings and select limited-edition giclées will be available for acquisition throughout the exhibition.
ABOUT TED DIMOND
In the realm of sports portraiture, Ted Dimond is a visionary artist whose work bridges
his lifelong passions for both sport and art, resulting in striking portraits of iconic
athletes and cultural legends. Capturing the power and precision of athletes in motion, he has painted the likes of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Muhammad Ali, and Jack Nicklaus. His works have been showcased at Wimbledon, the French Open, MetLife Stadium, and the USTA Tennis Center. With an international perspective honed during a decade living, studying, and creating in France, Dimond brings a unique cultural lens to his work that celebrates sport as both performance and art.
GROUP SHOW ARTISTS
John Joseph Hanright
Bob Tabor
Steve Moors
The Guys With The Same Name
Punk Me Tender
Cabell Molina
Rachel Paxton
And more….
PERMANENT COLLECTION INCLUDES
Russell Young
Nelson De La Nuez
Craig Alan
Greg Lotus
Markus Klinko
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