Ryan McGinness
dal 18/5/2011 al 30/6/2011
Segnalato da
18/5/2011
Ryan McGinness
Michael Kohn Gallery (old location), Los Angeles
Recent Paintings. The artist was greatly influenced by the signs and signifiers that defined skate and surf culture
The exhibition includes important pieces from several bodies of work along with new paintings. McGinness is known for his bold and refreshing paintings and installations that layer contemporary iconography to underscore the artist's commentary on language, history, and symbolism. Re-imagining our world as a series of graphic icons, he layers and collages these images to create complex and sophisticated paintings that shed light on our contemporary world. Boldly colorful and slick, the artist deftly merges together digital techniques with more traditional crafts like silk screening and painting. McGinness grew up in Virginia Beach and was greatly influenced by the signs and signifiers that defined skate and surf culture. Opening: May 19, 6-8pm.