Brett Bigsbee
A recent artist I've been introduced to is Brett Bigsbee, he is a modern painter who focuses in portraiture. I enjoy his work primarily because, in the present day Photography has become the dominate medium for portraits. I think it is a testament of the time, and illustrates how far Photo as an art has come- Being that painting is considered one of the most classical of art forms, as well as, the fact that the origination of the camera comes from the camera obscura (a tool originally used to assist painters work).
The pupil has surpassed the master, in a sense.
I find in Brett Bigsbee's work however the opportunity for the two mediums to continue to grow & learn from each other. His style is very engaging of the viewer, whether the subjects are looking directly at you or not. Bigsbee uses a soft focus so to speak, that adds to the elegance of each work. This in combination with his skill in using color palettes, allows certain aspects of an image to come right off the page.
Bigsbee is to have a new show open of recent work at the Alexandre Gallery in NYC:
October 20 through December 17, 2011
Reception for the artist, Saturday, October 22nd from 2 to 4pm.
This looks like great work! Does photography directly inform his work...ie. does he paint from photos do you know?There's something uncanny about photo-realism...i think the work will be wonderful to view up close and personal. You mentioned that Rachel Harrison was an influence...the sculptor? Also another artist you mentioned today ? Please post her name/work. thanks!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if he paints from photographs, John Yau is writing an essay for this exhibition so I will ask him in class because he should know.
ReplyDelete& Yes I did mention Rachel Harrison, the sculptor. I think her use of the two mediums is interesting and something I'm going to try & drawl on for my own upcoming work. Also, prior to her sculpture she was known for sound installations, which I am very interested in - the concept of altering environment, engaging the viewer on all levels.