Saatchi Gallery presents "Abstract America ~ New Painting and Sculpture" |
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| Written by rubin |
| Thursday, 04 June 2009 04:41 |
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 Now, the Saatchi Gallery’s third show, Abstract
America: New Painting and Sculpture, opened, presenting a survey of emerging art
from the USA. Thirty-two artists are in the exhibition, representing an exciting
new generation of painters and sculptors. With a historical nod to their
Abstract Expressionist predecessors of the mid-twentieth century, these artists
are heavily influenced by the new digital age. Old master palettes, Manga purple
and bubble gum pinks come together in work that embraces Photoshop, TV, the
internet and many other contemporary influences. Abstract America is set to shape our understanding of the work of this vital group of artists, who have absorbed these many aspects of contemporary life and chosen very individual ways to communicate. On view through 13 September, 2009. Abstract America presents works by : Kristin Baker, John Bauer, Mark Bradford, Tom Burr, Joe Bradley, Jedediah Caesar, Carter, Eric and Heather ChanSchatz, Peter Coffin, Guerra de la Paz, Francesca DiMattio, Bart Exposito, Mark Grotjahn, Jacob Hashimoto, Rachel Harrison, Patrick Hill, Ryan Johnson, Matt Johnson, Paul Lee, Chris Martin, Elizabeth Neel, Baker Overstreet, Stephen G. Rhodes, Amanda Ross-Ho, Sterling Ruby, Gedi Sibony, Amy Sillman, Agathe Snow, Kirsten Stoltmann, Dan Walsh, Jonas Wood and Aaron Young. When The Saatchi Gallery first opened over twenty years ago it was only those who had a dedicated interest in contemporary art who sought out the gallery to see work by new artists. The audience, however, built steadily over the years and by the time the gallery left its second home at County Hall, visitor numbers reached 600,000 per annum, with over 1,000 schools organising student visits. Many artists showing at The Saatchi Gallery are unknown when first exhibited, not only to the general public but also to the commercial art world. Many of these artists are subsequently offered shows by galleries and museums internationally. In this effect, the gallery also operates as a springboard for young artists to launch their careers. Visit : http://www.saatchi-gallery.co. Click on logo below to add this article to your favorite Social Website ~ |
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