“DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH” par MARK MAGGIORI
exposition photographies/peintures
du 03 au 08 décembre 2011
GALERIE OBERKAMPF
103 Rue Saint-Maur
75011 Paris, France
Vernissage:
Samedi 03 décembre
A partir de 18h jusque 00h
‘Adam’ by Fintan Switzer
Mural painting that combines a classical style with a modern street art technique.
(Source: mitchdoueihy)
(Source: natatat)
John Martin: Apocalypse exhibition at the Tate Britain
Visionary, eccentric, populist and epic, John Martin was a controversial but key figure in nineteenth century art. Like his canvases, this wildly dramatic artist with his visions of heaven and hell, was larger than life.
Organised in partnership with the Laing gallery, Newcastle, this is the first major exhibition dedicated to Martin’s work in over 30 years. It brings together his most famous paintings of apocalyptic destruction and biblical disaster from collections around the world, as well as previously unseen and newly-restored works.
Hugely popular in his time, Martin was derided by the Victorian Art establishment as a ‘people’s painter’, for although he excited mass audiences with his astounding scenes of judgement and damnation, to critics it was distasteful. In a sense ahead of this time, his paintings - full of rugged landscapes and grandiose theatrical spectacle - have an enduring influence on today’s cinematic and digital fantasy landscapes.
This exhibition presents a spectacular vision, capturing the full drama and impact of John Martin’s paintings as they were originally displayed. Just as in the nineteenth century, these epic and often astounding works must be seen to be believed.
Part of the Great British Art Debate, supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund.
I remember the first time I went to the Tate Britain (way before this exhibition) and saw one of John Martin’s paintings hidden high up on a wall under bad lighting and became totally entranced by it. His stuff is scary, enthralling and unutterably compelling. If you get the chance, go and see this exhibition! Prices aren’t cheap, but they’re quite good for this - it’s worth it.
(Source: emilierosson)
Cows Made From Recycled Car Parts by Miina Äkkijyrkkä
Having spent most of her life working with cows, Miina behan purchasing used cars from around Finland and turning the scraps into giant metal idols of her favorite bovine. Just give them the ability to walk, Miina, and we can march on the rebel base. You and me, let’s do this.
(via: colossal)
Andy Warhol - Acrylic Ink on 24x 18 in. Rives BFK.
“My idea of a good picture is one that’s in focus and of a famous person.”
(via theonlymagicleftisart)
Paul Wright
